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Riding with the repo man (update)

Feb 4, 2026 · 29m
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  • A record 3 million cars are estimated to be repossessed in 2025, matching Great Recession levels, with many Americans behind on car payments
  • Follows the lifecycle of delinquent car loans from the perspectives of salespeople, drivers, and repo men to understand the crisis
  • Updates from 2026 explore why so many Americans are struggling with car payments despite economic recovery claims

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