The resumption of student loan reporting has pushed many borrowers into subprime lending, reshaping risk metrics and tightening auto credit availability.

Auto loan market shifts as student loan delinquencies distort subprime scores

Jaelyn Campbell - July 21, 2025

The reactivation of student loan repayments in late 2024 is transforming the auto finance landscape, especially within the subprime credit segment. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York,...

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Mercedes-Benz expands collaboration with Microsoft to boost in-car productivity with enhanced meetings for Teams app, Intune integration and Microsoft 365 Copilot

CBT News Editorial Team - July 21, 2025

Mercedes-Benz sets a new standard for in-car productivity with the latest suite of Microsoft business and collaboration tools. Starting with the all-new CLA, customers will be able to access the...

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Is this the right time to sell your dealership?

George Pero - July 21, 2025

The U.S. auto industry is on the brink of another major inflection point. For dealer principals paying attention, the signals are clear: we are moving into a period of structural...

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Stellantis post $2.7B loss, NHTSA ends Nissan probe, Rolls-Royce expands SC plant

CBT News Editorial Team - July 21, 2025

Top Stories Stellantis posts $2.7 billion loss amid weak demand, tariffs. Read More NHTSA closes engine failure probe into nearly 455K Nissan vehicles. Read More Rolls-Royce invests $75 million to expand South Carolina...

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NHTSA closes engine failure probe into nearly 455K Nissan vehicles

Ashby Lincoln - July 21, 2025

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed a preliminary investigation into 454,840 Nissan vehicles following a recall issued by the automaker in June. The probe, initiated in December...

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Rolls-Royce announced a $75 million investment to expand its engine manufacturing facility in Aiken, South Carolina.

Rolls-Royce invests $75 million to expand South Carolina engine plant

Ashby Lincoln - July 21, 2025

British automaker Rolls-Royce announced a $75 million investment to expand its engine manufacturing facility in Aiken, South Carolina, aimed at increasing production of its MTU Series 4000 engines. These engines...

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Fixed ops leaders John Fairchild and Shon Kingrey share proven strategies for performance, coaching, and accountability.

Fixed ops leaders can’t afford to ignore accountability and coaching — John Fairchild & Shon Kingrey

Colin Fitzpatrick - July 21, 2025

The fixed operations department stands as a vital profit powerhouse for dealerships, making its success essential. In this latest episode of Service Drive on CBT News, Shon Kingrey, VP of...

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UTAC announces major global facility investments to support next generation mobility

CBT News Editorial Team - July 19, 2025

UTAC announces major facility upgrades across its sites in the UK, US, Morocco, Finland and France Global investments strengthen UTAC's support for electrification, autonomy, and sustainable mobility Centennial Building in...

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Weekly roundup: Scout, Alliance eye franchise laws, EU and Mexico face 30% tariffs, Chinese graphite slapped with 160% duties

CBT News Editorial Team - July 19, 2025

ICYMI: Scout Motors and the Alliance for Automotive Innovation is urging the U.S. DOJ to eliminate state franchise laws. President Trump announced 30% tariffs on the European Union and Mexico....

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U.S. hikes graphite tariffs, Rivian expands in Georgia, GMC unveils luxury Acadia

CBT News Editorial Team - July 18, 2025

Top Stories Commerce Department hikes tariffs on Chinese graphite to 160%. Read More GMC reveals 2026 Acadia Denali Ultimate trim with luxury upgrades. Read More Rivian to open East Coast headquarters in Atlanta...

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