Car buyers are stretching loans to afford payments — it's a 'potential warning light,' analyst says
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October 6, 2026 · 05:15
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A record number of car buyers took out 84-month or longer loans in the third quarter, but rising amounts financed are pushing monthly payments to new highs.
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