NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 — Octane® (Octane Lending, Inc.), the fintech company unlocking the power of financial products for retailers and consumers, and The Huntington National Bank (Huntington) announced a new strategic relationship with Husqvarna — makers of forest, park, and lawn and garden outdoor power equipment (OPE) — to deliver an innovative, full-spectrum financing and technology experience to dealerships and customers of its portfolio.
The Huntington Bank Powered by Octane program allows Husqvarna dealerships to use a single platform to manage the entire sales and financing process. This simplifies the buying process for both dealers and customers from prequalification through closing. Qualified applicants will receive prime options through Huntington, while near-prime financing offers will be provided by Octane’s in-house lender, Roadrunner Financial, Inc.
“We’re excited to further expand our relationship with Huntington to bring streamlined financing and a better technology interface to Husqvarna OPE dealerships,” said Jon Vestal, EVP and general manager of recreational lending at Octane. “The arrangement provides an innovative, technology-forward finance solution that improves the buying experience for dealers and customers alike.”
“Our relationship with Octane continues to deliver the speed and simplicity dealers need at the point of sale,” said Tim Skinner, managing director of consumer lending at Huntington. “As more customers join the pipeline, we’re seeing strong momentum with manufacturers and dealers who value a streamlined, digital-first financing experience—and we’re pleased to welcome Husqvarna as our newest customer.”
The Huntington Bank Powered by Octane Dealer Portal uses the same technology as Octane’s innovative dealer portal. Dealers and customers can navigate more quickly through the finance process with short and simple loan applications, near instant credit decisions, and a streamlined way to manage loan terms and documentation. Dealers can customize terms, manage workflow with user-friendly navigation, and move customers seamlessly through the finance journey.
“We are excited to begin the Huntington Bank powered by Octane program for our customers and dealers,” said Richard Bennett, director of sales, Husqvarna Group North America. “With this new partnership they are bringing to retail financing, we will be able to provide our dealers and customers an enhanced selling and buying experience that will help grow our business.”
