Get to Know Your Subprime Auto Lenders

There’s no doubt that competition is spurring subprime auto lenders to stretch their underwriting guidelines for new customers, which could lead to another bust. In February, 5.16% of securitized subprime auto loans were at least 60 days past due, according to Fitch Ratings. That slightly exceeded the level of late payments at the height of the Great Recession. Here’s a guide to who’s doing what.