Money $1,000 a month for a car loan payment? Why auto loans are soaring for many buyers July 3, 2023July 4, 2023Jamie L. LaReau, Detroit Free PressComments Off on $1,000 a month for a car loan payment? Why auto loans are soaring for many buyers The number of car buyers paying $1,000 a month in auto loan financing has hit an all-time high, driven up by car shortages and high interest rates.