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Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Ally leans further into nonprime and Carvana

Ally's third-quarter 10-Q shows borrowers with FICO scores below 620 made up 11% of consumer originations (versus 9% a year earlier) and Carvana-sourced loans 15% (versus 11%), after Ally raised its Carvana purchase commitment by $2.0 billion to $8.0 billion. The consumer auto net charge-off rate held at 1.9% and delinquency rates trended lower this year, per its SEC filing on Nov. 2. The mix shows Ally taking more exposure to lower-score borrowers and one large retail channel.

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Honda has its best October in six years

Honda posted its best October since 2020, with record light-truck and hybrid sales. Toyota also reported higher U.S. sales.

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OPENLANE volumes jump in Q3

OPENLANE posted more dealer and commercial wholesale activity in Q3 and raised its buyback authorization.

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Mercedes pushes U.S. GLC production to 2030

Mercedes delayed Alabama GLC production until May 2030. U.S. supply will keep coming from Europe under the existing import tariff.

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Automakers press Congress on Chinese-vehicle ban

Automakers asked Congress for a permanent Chinese connected-vehicle ban. The legislation still needs to pass.

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Honda weighs return to European production

Honda is considering a return to European production depending on proposed EU rules. There is no confirmed plant or start date.

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Assurant's auto business grows on better claims

Assurant's auto earnings benefited from better loss experience, service contracts and partner growth. It also raised its full-year outlook.

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CPO appeal holds as shoppers stay confused

Many shoppers will consider CPO but do not understand the difference from ordinary used vehicles. Clear explanations may matter before the price discussion.

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VW skips year-end Sign Then Drive lease event

Volkswagen will skip its usual year-end zero-due-at-signing lease event, removing a familiar payment offer for stores.

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