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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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What is Range Anxiety?

What is Range Anxiety?

by Alex Wagner | March 21, 2025

Discover what range anxiety is and why it's becoming less of a concern for EV owners. Learn about factors affecting electric ...

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What to Know About CVT Transmissions

What to Know About CVT Transmissions

by Andrew Ganz | March 20, 2025

Here’s what you need to know about CVT systems, which are commonly found in used and new cars from Ford, Honda, Mitsubishi, N...

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The Ultimate Used Car Buying Checklist

The Ultimate Used Car Buying Checklist

by Drew Johnson | March 20, 2025

Buying a used car is a big task, with lots of steps between browsing and parking a new-to-you car in your driveway. To ensure...

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When Did Backup Cameras Become Standard?

When Did Backup Cameras Become Standard?

by John Graham | March 20, 2025

Backup cameras became mandatory equipment in U.S.-market vehicles as of May 2018—nearly 30 years after they first began to ap...

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Why Aren’t All Car Dealerships Open on Sundays?

Why Aren’t All Car Dealerships Open on Sundays?

by John Graham | March 20, 2025

Many car dealerships are closed on Sundays, despite it seeming to be the perfect day for car shopping. Our guide looks at th...

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Everything You Need to Know About Car Registration

Everything You Need to Know About Car Registration

by Drew Johnson | March 20, 2025

Once you've bought a car you’ll need to register it with the state to be able to drive it legally on the road. Our guide give...

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What Is a Good Mileage for a Used Car?

What Is a Good Mileage for a Used Car?

by John Graham | March 20, 2025

The mileage that a used car has covered can make a big difference to how much it’s worth, its desirability and potentially it...

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What is a Rebuilt Title and What You Need to Know

What is a Rebuilt Title and What You Need to Know

by John Graham | January 16, 2025

Thinking about buying a vehicle with a rebuilt title? From insurance to repairs, here is everything you need to know.

What Does EV Stand For?

What Does EV Stand For?

by Alex Wagner | December 17, 2024

Learn what EV stands for and explore different types of electric vehicles, including BEVs, HEVs, PHEVs, and FCEVs. Understand...

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Types of Electric Cars Explained: EVs vs PHEVs vs HEVs

Types of Electric Cars Explained: EVs vs PHEVs vs HEVs

by Cherise Threewitt | December 14, 2024

Learn about the different types of electric cars, including Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle...

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Rivian: Everything to Know About This EV Brand

Rivian: Everything to Know About This EV Brand

by Alex Wagner | December 14, 2024

Explore the pros and cons of Rivian EVs, including their advanced technology, off-road capabilities, and sustainable design. ...

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Renting an Electric Car: What to Know

Renting an Electric Car: What to Know

by Alex Wagner | December 14, 2024

Renting an electric car? Learn everything you need to know about EV rentals, including benefits, charging options, range cons...

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Considering an EV? Here's Every Electric Car Brand in the US

Considering an EV? Here's Every Electric Car Brand in the US

by Alex Wagner | December 14, 2024

Anyone with cash or a decent credit score can purchase an electric car from these automakers.

AWD vs 4WD: Which is Right for You?

AWD vs 4WD: Which is Right for You?

by Andrew Ganz | December 2, 2024

Many shoppers view all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) as the same thing. However, there are important differenc...

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