AI, tariffs, EVs, compliance take center stage at AFS East 2025
Uncertainty defined much of the conversation at Auto Finance Summit East 2025 last week in Nashville, Tenn., with auto lenders highlighting affordability, auto tariffs, EV dynamics and technology as t...
19 Mai 20254min
Synchrony’s Medrano, Broward Motorsports’ Reyes talk financing support
Powersports lender Synchrony is working closely with dealerships to align financing options with consumer appetite and sales goals. West Palm Beach, Fla.-based Broward Motorsports of Palm Beach, for o...
5 Mai 202521min
Capital One’s Annie Fallows talks AI evolution
Capital One is looking at ways to expand the use of AI-based agents on the heels of launching its agentic AI-based tool, Chat Concierge, earlier this year.Chat Concierge answers customer queries and c...
28 Apr 202516min
Ally Financial, Huntington originations rise in Q1
First-quarter bank earnings highlighted mixed results as some banks saw an uptick in originations and leasing volume, while credit performance largely improved. Ally Financial’s auto originations inc...
21 Apr 20255min
Pre-tariff car prices hold, Q1 earnings kick off
Credit access improved and vehicle prices were steady in March before tariffs took effect, while the first wave of first-quarter earnings point to growth for auto lenders.Auto loan approval rates and ...
14 Apr 20255min
Weekly Wrap discussion as auto tariffs kick in, industry responds
The auto industry is rapidly responding to tariffs that took effect last week, while subprime lenders continue to navigate risk and credit performance. Shares of the three major U.S. automakers — Ford...
7 Apr 20254min
Weekly Wrap discussion on looming auto tariffs
The auto industry is bracing for impact as tariffs on vehicles take effect April 3. Auto stocks slumped on March 26 after confirmation that the tariffs will take effect as planned. The Big Wheels Stoc...
31 Mar 20254min
AFN and Experian talk affordability, credit, EVs
The fourth quarter highlighted still-elevated auto delinquencies, growing lease share and competitive market conditions. Credit performance worsened in Q4, with 60-day delinquencies up 4 basis points...
24 Mar 202515min
