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How to Buy a Car With Bad Credit

How to Buy a Car With Bad Credit

by Craig Fitzgerald | October 27, 2025

Your credit score is a critical element when acquiring a car loan. Particularly if you have poor credit, it’s important to un...

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How to Calculate the Out-the-Door Price and Avoid Fees When Buying a Car

How to Calculate the Out-the-Door Price and Avoid Fees When Buying a Car

by Ryan Lane | September 30, 2025

Even great negotiators often pay more than the sticker price when it comes to car shopping. That's because the dealership and...

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All the EVs That Use Tesla's NACS Plug

All the EVs That Use Tesla's NACS Plug

by Robert Duffer | September 19, 2025

Tesla's NACS (North American Charging Standard) has taken over the world of electric vehicles, with most automakers saying th...

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What to Know About Electric Vehicle Tax Credits in 2025

What to Know About Electric Vehicle Tax Credits in 2025

by Andrew Ganz | August 25, 2025

What tax credits are available for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles and are you eligible? Our guide has all the details a...

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Are Electric Cars Worth It? Pros and Cons

Are Electric Cars Worth It? Pros and Cons

by Mark Takahashi | August 25, 2025

Discover the pros and cons of electric cars in our in-depth guide. Explore the cost, maintenance, environmental impact, and f...

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Is it Better to Lease or Buy an EV?

Is it Better to Lease or Buy an EV?

by Jill Ciminillo | August 23, 2025

Leasing an EV gives you specific benefits over buying that don't exist for gas cars. Check out our complete guide to learn ab...

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Announcing the CarGurus Top Dealer Awards 2025

Announcing the CarGurus Top Dealer Awards 2025

by CarGurus Editorial Team | August 6, 2025

The 2025 CarGurus Top Dealer Awards highlight the businesses that are going the extra mile to drive trust and transparency wi...

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Truck Cab Sizes: A Complete Breakdown and Comparison

Truck Cab Sizes: A Complete Breakdown and Comparison

by Drew Johnson | July 22, 2025

Confused by all the different truck cab sizes and names? Our guide breaks it down for you, explaining what the various truck ...

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How Do Hybrid Cars Work?

How Do Hybrid Cars Work?

by Drew Johnson | July 11, 2025

How does a hybrid car work? And what are the different types of hybrid? Our guide has the answers to these questions, and mor...

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Buying a Used Car: Negotiating with Dealerships vs. Private Sellers

Buying a Used Car: Negotiating with Dealerships vs. Private Sellers

by Dave Pankew | July 10, 2025

Whether you’re buying from a dealership or a private seller, you can use these helpful tips on how to negotiate when buying a...

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Buying a Car Sight Unseen: A Comprehensive Guide

Buying a Car Sight Unseen: A Comprehensive Guide

by Matt Smith | July 10, 2025

With the internet and websites like CarGurus, choosing to buy a car sight unseen can earn you a great deal with little risk. ...

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The Best New Car Warranties in 2025

The Best New Car Warranties in 2025

by John Graham | July 1, 2025

Getting a manufacturer warranty is a major perk of buying a new car, but not all warranties are equal. Our guide runs through...

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The Truth About How to Buy A Car Online

The Truth About How to Buy A Car Online

by Matt Smith | May 12, 2025

Most car purchases still involve working with a dealership, but when it comes to buying a car online, we can boil the dealers...

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How to Negotiate a New Car’s Price

How to Negotiate a New Car’s Price

by Ryan Lane | May 12, 2025

There’s no question that having a new car in your driveway is a lot of fun. But for the vast majority of people, buying that ...

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How to Read a Car Window Sticker

How to Read a Car Window Sticker

by Andrew Ganz | April 30, 2025

Every new car sold in the U.S. has a 'window sticker' that tells you various useful information about it. Our guide has all t...

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When to Walk Away from a Deal (Even if You Love the Car)

When to Walk Away from a Deal (Even if You Love the Car)

by Chris Teague | April 24, 2025

Car dealershipsmake money many ways. One of the most surprising? By leveraging your emotions. Walking away from the table i...

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Buying a Car Out-of-State: How to Bring it Home

Buying a Car Out-of-State: How to Bring it Home

by Andrew Ganz | April 7, 2025

When you're planning a car purchase, some deals are just too good to pass up, even if they require you to travel out of state...

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How to Buy a Car With Non-Dealership Financing

How to Buy a Car With Non-Dealership Financing

by John Graham | March 22, 2025

It is possible to buy a car with non-dealership financing, and it could save you money. Our expert guide tells you how to go ...

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Understanding MSRP vs. Invoice Price

Understanding MSRP vs. Invoice Price

by John Graham | March 22, 2025

What does MSRP mean and what's the difference between it and a car's invoice price? Our expert guide answers these questions ...

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What Is a Dealer Doc Fee?

What Is a Dealer Doc Fee?

by John Graham | March 22, 2025

What is a dealer doc fee, how much is it and why might you have to pay one? Our guide to dealer doc fees has the answer to th...

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Can You Return a Car You Just Purchased?

Can You Return a Car You Just Purchased?

by John Graham | March 22, 2025

Is it possible to return a car you've just purchased and what are the consequences if you do? Our guide has all the info you ...

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Regular Tires vs Run-Flat Tires: Which Are Best?

Regular Tires vs Run-Flat Tires: Which Are Best?

by John Graham | March 22, 2025

Run-flat tires can help you avoid the stress of getting a flat tire, but are they better than regular tires and are they wort...

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What’s an Out-The-Door Price on a New Car?

What’s an Out-The-Door Price on a New Car?

by John Graham | March 21, 2025

New-car dealers commonly use phrases like these to draw prospective buyers into showrooms; yet, as with anything, the devil i...

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