It is now replacing its U.S. fleet with purchased vehicles under the ABS (Asset-Backed Security) facility that provides it access to cheaper vehicle financing.

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"Auto and credit-card ABS performed well during the crisis, " said Scott Krohn, vice president and treasurer in the financing arm of 3M, based in St.

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