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EV residual values concern lenders

Limited range of early EVs, such as the Nissan Leaf, led to low demand that hurt resale values.
Limited range of early EVs, such as the Nissan Leaf, led to low demand that hurt resale values.
March 07, 2020 05:00 AM

There are an estimated 46 new electric vehicles slated for production in the next three model years, according to Cox Automotive. While that number will be celebrated in some corners, it is generating concern among auto lenders that worry about residual values and incurring big losses similar to what happened during the financial crisis a dozen years ago.

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