DriveTime is one of the United States leading pre-owned car and financing companies. Founded in 1992, the company owns and operates more than 75 dealerships in over 15 U.S. metropolitan areas. It assists individuals with credit problems in obtaining financing options. DriveTime is a private company that manages nearly 10 inspection and reconditioning centers. With a work force of approximately 2,000 people, the company offers vehicles of several makes, such as Buick, Ford, Dodge, Toyota, Nissan and Mitsubishi. Its dealerships also sell Mazda, Kia, Jeep, Honda and Hyundai vehicles. The company offers various financing options through the RateAdvantage program. DriveTime has been recognized as the Hot Growth Companies by bizAZ Magazine.