Auto loans stretch to four years reshape car payments
Detroit AP reports buyers extend new car financing to 42 and 48 months as prices rise. Federal Reserve data show one fifth of loans exceed three years, led by Chrysler Ford and GM financing shifts. longer terms reduce monthly costs but raise total interest and may delay reentry to new car market.
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Mazda charged with shady ad practices
The DMV in Sacramento filed false and misleading advertising charges against Mazda Motors of America Inc. The suit claims Mazda advertises 42 1 a gallon while California cars with stricter smog devices rate only 37 miles per gallon. Mania spokesman Compton could not immediately comment. The DMV noted a prior suit against General Motors led to changes in its ads.
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