As car prices continue to rise, Americans are turning to longer loans and affordable models to stay within budget, reshaping the auto market landscape
Published Jun 22, 2026, 1:29 PM EDT
As car prices continue to rise, Americans are turning to longer loans and affordable models to stay within budget, reshaping the auto market landscape
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Published Jun 22, 2026, 1:29 PM EDT
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