Tony Wanderon, CEO of APCO Holdings, discussed the company's acquisitions of Rider’s Advantage and Capital Administrative Professionals, and the evolving F&I landscape post-COVID. Key points include a shift to affordable, bundled ancillary programs, challenges from rising vehicle costs and longer loan terms, and the importance of digital marketing and customer education. APCO's strategy focuses on acquiring companies with strong teams, having made 34 acquisitions in six years to diversify its portfolio.

APCO Holdings, a provider and administrator of automotive Finance & Insurance (F&I) products, has acquired Rider's Advantage, a powersports finance and insurance provider founded in 1999. Rider’s Advantage offers a range of products and training services in the powersports industry and has sold products through over 1,000 powersports, marine, and RV dealerships.

APCO Holdings, LLC, known for its automotive F&I products under EasyCare and GWC Warranty brands, has acquired Crystal Fusion Technologies Inc., a leader in automotive glass protection. The acquisition, announced by APCO CEO Tony Wanderon, aims to enhance APCO's product offerings and market leadership. Crystal Fusion, established in 2007, is distributed through over a thousand dealers and e-commerce under the GlassParency brand. Key personnel, including President Gary LoCicero, will remain post-acquisition.