NET INVESTMENT IN OPERATING LEASES (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Vehicles, at cost	$ 93.0	$ 92.2
Accumulated depreciation	(8.3)	(7.6)
Net investment in operating leases	$ 84.7	$ 84.6

Net Investment In Operating Leases. Accumulated Depreciation

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