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Paying for a car has become increasingly expensive: In the first quarter of 2026, the average loan payment for a new car sped past $800 for the first time. If you're having trouble making payments, ...

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Lenders use FICO auto scores to determine consumers' creditworthiness for car loans Carrie Pallardy has more than nine years of experience writing about a range of topics, including healthcare and ...

If you're looking for a smaller monthly car payment, now's your chance. A recent Kelley Blue Book report found that lenders were more likely to approve loans with longer repayment terms (think 72+ ...