June 2026
Auto Finance Trends
🚘 Affordability pressures persist as more buyers tap longer loans, used vehicles
This article highlights that as affordability pressures continue to shape vehicle buying decisions, more consumers are stretching loan terms and turning to used vehicles to keep monthly payments within reach. Their takeaway? “…dealers may need to focus more on flexible financing, payment-driven selling…” This is exactly what AFG’s programs deliver.
🚘 Used-vehicle prices spike 3.1% in May
Used vehicle prices jumped 3.1% in May as consumers continue to shift toward used vehicles while new vehicle affordability remains a challenge. According to CARFAX data highlighted in the article, used vehicle prices increased by an average of $870 in just one month. Affordability clearly continues to be one of the biggest concerns for today’s buyers. That’s where AFG’s programs can make a difference as a lower payment option for used vehicles.
Events
AFG will be in attendance at this event. If you’d like to learn more about our programs, you can make an appointment with an AFG representative.
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Sync1 Systems Lendtopia
September 21–23, 2026
Indianapolis, IN
ACU Lending Council Conference
November 3-6, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
🎥 You can review the recording of our previous educational webinars on Residual Based Financing: Watch here.
AFG Partner Experience
Why sign up for the AFG program?
Hear from Hudson River Community Credit Union and why they chose to join the program.
Spotlight on Affordability
Affordability is a critical concern for many borrowers in a highly fluctuating vehicle market. AFG will highlight a vehicle each month that showcases how the AFG walk-away balloon and vehicle leasing programs offer a more affordable payment compared to conventional financing.
