Daniel Chu, Founder of Tricolor Holdings

About Daniel Chu

Daniel Chu is the founder and CEO of Tricolor Holdings, an American sub-prime auto lender and used car retailer. The company collapsed amid fraud allegations in September 2025. Chu faces federal charges including conspiracy, bank fraud, and running a Continuing Financial Crimes Enterprise.

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• Company: Tricolor Holdings

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