Shopping for a car can be a lot of things — exciting, frustrating, complicated — none of them easy, and there are loads of considerations that go into the often time-consuming process. That’s where ...

Buying from a dealer may cost more, but a private seller isn’t always the bargain it seems. Here’s what you need to know. These days, I spend anywhere from 50 to 60 hours a week at the car dealership ...

Review your credit report, know your credit score and, yes, freeze your credit before stepping on a car dealer's lot. Dealer-arranged financing is convenient but it will limit your options. Typically, ...

Using a tax refund at the dealership can lead to rushed decisions and higher payments. Here’s how to avoid costly car-buying ...

One of the things about buying cars that people complain about the most is how long it takes to actually buy one. Well, if you read my last article, Why Does It Take So Long to Buy a Car?, you now ...

One of the most important decisions you’ll make during the car-buying process is how to finance your vehicle. Finance through the dealership or get an auto loan? Try This: 4 Low-Risk Ways To Build ...

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CR advises on what products and services to buy in a car dealership's finance office, looking at extended warranties, VIN ...

You spend weeks picking the right car – the trim level, the color, whether you really need the sunroof. You research ...