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How Statewide Ford Simplified Payments & Offset Over 50% of Processing Costs with SmartSurcharge™
For Statewide Ford, the goals were clear: reduce credit card processing costs, maintain full compliance with card brand rules, and simplify payment operations across the dealership. That’s why they partnered with PayJunction, a trusted partner committed to their long-term success. With PayJunction’s SmartSurcharge program and suite of modern tools, Statewide Ford now offsets over half of their total card processing fees annually with compliant technology that protects their CSI. And, after eight years working with PayJunction, the dealership has no intention to go elsewhere. “I couldn’t be any happier,” said Stacy, the dealership’s controller, “We don’t need to look at anything else because the service is that good.”
PayJunction Team
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Strategic Surcharge: How CPAs Turn Credit Card Costs Into Real Business Value
Most businesses don’t realize they are paying 2-3% of every credit card sale as processing fees. For many, that cost quietly piles up month after month and becomes an unnecessary drag on cash flow, EBITDA, and overall financial health, especially for small businesses. CPAs see this erosion firsthand when they analyze financial statements, reconcile expenses, or prepare year-end reports. That puts accountants in a unique position to uncover one of the most overlooked margin-recovery opportunities in today’s economy.
Randy Mondos
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PCI Compliance 4.0: Essential Details Dealerships Should Know
If your dealership accepts credit or debit card payments, you're required to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). The major card brands created PCI DSS compliance to protect sensitive and valuable cardholder data, and the newest version, PCI DSS v4.0.1, raises the bar.
PayJunction Team
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Understanding Payment Options for the Automotive Industry: Third Party Payment Processors vs. MSPs
The Landscape of Payment Processing If you've ever felt like navigating the world of payment processing is unnecessarily complicated, you're not alone. There are numerous moving parts, and many payment processing companies claim to make it easy for you to accept card payments. But beneath the surface, these providers operate under very different models, each with varying pricing models, transaction fees, onboarding processes, and risk factors.
PayJunction Team
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Compliant Surcharge Staff Training Checklist for the Auto Industry
Running a dealership or repair shop means every customer interaction matters, especially when it comes to payments. If your business is adding a credit card surcharge to offset processing costs, it’s critical that your staff understands the rules, communicates clearly, and avoids costly mistakes.
PayJunction Team
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Online Payment Systems for Automotive Dealerships: A Practical Guide to Securely Accepting Payments
Many customers expect dealerships to offer fast, convenient, and secure payment options, whether they're purchasing a vehicle, servicing one, or ordering parts. With modern online payment solutions, your dealership can meet expectations by reducing friction, increasing cash flow, and streamlining operations across Sales, Service, and Parts.
Michelle Wagner
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