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What Should I Do When My Car Is Stuck in Snow or Ice?
Most people living in areas with cold, dreary winters have dealt with their car getting stuck following a snowstorm or stretch of freezing temperatures. Although the situation isn’t ideal, there are measures you can take to try to free your car without having to call a tow truck or, even worse, wait for the snow to melt.
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When Is It Time to Get a New Car?
‘Shiny Object Syndrome’ pertaining to new cars can be hard to overcome as automakers are pumping out updated models on an annual basis. However, your current car might still have enough life to keep you on the road while also saving you money in the foreseeable future.
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How Long Does a Car Last and How Can I Maximize Its Lifespan?
While the lifespan of a car will vary by model and depend on several factors, the average age of a car in 2019 is 11.8 years, according to research from IHS Markit.
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Can You Buy a Car With a Credit Card?
Though buying a car with a credit card seems like a savvy idea to reap whatever rewards your credit provider offers, there are only limited circumstances where it's doable and makes sense.
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Can You Lease a Used Car?
While not nearly as common as leasing a new car, it’s certainly possible to lease a used or certified pre-owned car. So, the question becomes: Should you lease a used or CPO car?
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Hybrid Cars?
Hybrid cars are a “best of both worlds” in the automotive landscape as they employ two power sources: a gasoline-powered engine and an electric motor or motors.
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Should I Buy an Extended Warranty on a Used Car?
The peace of mind that accompanies an extended warranty might alone be worth it to overcautious folks who have the necessary financial means to afford one. But those who need to be more financially strategic should consider the data that will help them arrive at the right decision.
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How Long Does It Take to Buy a Car?
Buying a car takes quite a bit of planning, so it’s understandably common to wonder how much time it’ll take before you can drive off the lot in your new vehicle. The answer first depends on your context of “buying a car,” then on different factors relating to that context.
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Should I Sell or Trade In My Car?
Learn about the pros and cons of selling versus trading in your old car to see which option is right for you.
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How Much Tax Will I Pay for a Car?
The taxman will certainly get his share from your car purchase, but the amount you’ll owe depends on where you live.
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Should I Buy a Car With a Rebuilt Title?
Vehicles with rebuilt titles can offer up to thousands of dollars' worth of savings compared with their clean-title counterparts, but they come with a significant amount of added risk that can’t be ignored.
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How Much Should I Spend on a Car?
The answer to how much money you should spend on a car, like the answer to many car-buying questions, varies based on a handful of factors. It’s important, though, to figure out an appropriate amount to pay on a monthly basis so you don’t cripple yourself financially.
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What Is a CPO Car?
CPO stands for “certified pre-owned," a phrase that’s generally used to classify used cars that have passed a thorough an inspection prior to being listed for sale. Manufacturer CPO programs are the most common and dependable, though some dealerships employ a certification process separate from the automaker-sanctioned type.
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Buying a Car With Cash
Buying a car with cash has some advantages, but it’s not always a better option than financing. The right choice varies depending on your financial situation and the car you’re buying.
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How to Negotiate a Car Deal
With thorough preparation, you can confidently negotiate a car deal to your liking. Here are some tips to help you strategize.
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How Long Can You Finance a Car?
You may be debating what the length of your loan term should be. We’ll go through the details to help you decide, but the quick and easy answer is that you should pick the shortest length that your budget allows.
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Can I Return a Car?
You may have uncovered major problems, realized your monthly payments surpass your budget or just decided the car isn’t all that you thought it’d be. In these situations, your first question probably is: “Can I return it?”
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Buying a Car Out of State
Whether you need to cross state lines to find the nearest dealer, best incentives or a private seller’s home, you can certainly buy a car outside of your home state.
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How Does Trading in a Car Work?
Trading in a used car to a dealership is the easiest way to pass it off for an upgrade. The process is much simpler than finding a buyer and selling it yourself, but there are some guidelines you should follow to maximize the dealer’s offer.
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What Car Should I Buy?
Deciding on the right car for you requires a cohesive balance of what you want, what you need and what you can afford. Figuring that out may seem overwhelming at first, but making smaller decisions based on these three components can help you pinpoint the car you should buy. Here are some questions to consider as you shorten your list of options.
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