Allied Solutions and Mercury Insurance Partner with Finance Express to Provide Integrated Package of Services

CARMEL, Ind., Jan. 31, 2007 -- Allied Solutions and Mercury Insurance Group recently forged an exciting partnership with California-based Finance Express. Allied Solutions is an industry leader in marketing insurance related products to financial institutions. Mercury Insurance Group has been a top provider of vehicle service contracts since 1976. Together they have partnered with Finance Express to deliver an integrated package of services. Finance Express is the premier web-based platform that automates and accelerates the entire dealer relationship, including credit application processing, credit bureau access, electronic contracting and complete licensed escrow services.

Finance Express' dealer management system is the first-ever system created exclusively for the independent dealer that fully integrates local, regional and national lenders. This creates a level playing field for independent dealers and ensures a safe and secure environment for them to compete in this tough market. Their system is a complete end-to-end solution that provides auto dealers access to lenders, credit bureaus and dealer management tools with no investment in additional hardware or software. This powerful partnership combines the integrated menu of services from Finance Express with the proven products and delivery system of Allied and Mercury.

David Huber, President of Finance Express, commented, "This relationship is a very valuable piece to the continued growth of the FEX system and dealer opportunity and once again adds new opportunity for more dealer profits."

Pete Hilger, Executive Vice President of Allied Solutions, commented, "Allied has always taken pride in being an innovative provider of technology and insurance services to the financial industry. Teaming with Finance Express is just another step in that direction. They are a dynamic company that has developed a robust platform complete with the capacity to seamlessly quote and issue vehicle service contracts. This will ultimately increase production and bottom line revenue - it's a win-win for everyone involved."

About Allied Solutions

Allied Solutions is one of the largest providers of insurance, lending, and marketing products to financial institutions. With over 3,000 clients nationwide, it is their goal to work with their clients every step of the way, utilizing technology-based solutions that are customized to fit their needs. In addition to their dual headquarters, they maintain more than 20 regional offices and service centers around the country. For more information about Allied Solutions, visit http://www.alliedsolutions.net/.

About Mercury Insurance Company

American Mercury Insurance Company, a subsidiary of A+ rated Mercury Insurance Group, has been offering vehicle service contracts to the dealer and financial institution marketplace for over 30 years. Competitive rates, backed by a state of the art claims system, and ASE certified claim adjustors, make AMI an excellent choice for a long-term partnership. For more information about Mercury Insurance, visit http://www.mercuryinsurancegroup.com/

About Finance Express

Finance Express provides auto financing programs for all levels of credit through its relationship with both national and regional lenders. They provide an integrated menu of services including credit application processing, credit bureau access, inventory management, electronic contracting and dealer management tools and licensed escrow services. Their system is a complete solution that provides auto dealers access to lenders, credit bureaus and dealer management tools with no investment in additional hardware or software. For more information about Finance Express, visit http://www.financeexpress.com/. Independent auto dealers or lenders interested in more information may contact David Huber at dhuber@financeexpress.com.

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