The automotive industry faces financial distress, with rising consumer auto loan defaults, supplier bankruptcies, and widespread high-risk conditions. Recent PAYCE® Score data from SupplyChainMonitor™ revealed four private company bankruptcies and identified over 600 U.S. automotive firms in High Risk status. Sourcing professionals can map suppliers, monitor financial health, and receive early alerts on critical disruptions - such as the Novelis plant fire and financial strain at HP Pelzer and Superior Industries.