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

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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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Stellantis reported a preliminary net loss of $2.7 billion for the first half of 2025, driven by weak North American sales.

Stellantis posts $2.7 billion loss amid weak demand, tariffs

Jaelyn Campbell - July 21, 2025

Stellantis reported a preliminary net loss of €2.3 billion ($2.7 billion) for the first half of 2025, driven by weak North American sales, program cancellations, and a €300 million tariff...

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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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Mitsubishi refreshes 2026 lineup with Outlander hybrid, PHEV upgrades

Colin Fitzpatrick - July 21, 2025

Mitsubishi Motors has announced updates to its 2026 model-year lineup, led by a new mild-hybrid powertrain for the Outlander, a mid-cycle refresh of the Outlander Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV),...

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Doug Eroh shares how Longo Toyota is navigating tariffs, EV rules, and hybrid demand while keeping sales momentum in a shifting market.

Longo Toyota’s Doug Eroh on winning in a shifting market

Jasmine Kiniklis - July 21, 2025

As affordability concerns, policy shifts, and consumer preferences evolve, dealers are working to adapt in real time. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Doug Eroh, president and GM of Longo...

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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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On today's episode of CBT Now, Matt Easton asserts that AI can serve as a powerful tool when making sales calls.

Matt Easton reveals how to beat Apple’s AI call screening and win more sales

Jaelyn Campbell - July 21, 2025

As Apple rolls out its new AI-based call screening features, similar to, but more advanced than those already offered by Android and Google devices, sales teams may find it harder...

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Auto loan market shifts as student loan delinquencies distort subprime scores

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

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

Stellantis posts $2.7 billion loss amid weak demand, tariffs

NHTSA closes engine failure probe into nearly 455K Nissan vehicles

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

Mitsubishi refreshes 2026 lineup with Outlander hybrid, PHEV upgrades

Longo Toyota’s Doug Eroh on winning in a shifting market

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

Matt Easton reveals how to beat Apple’s AI call screening and win more sales

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