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What to Consider When Buying a Car for Commuting
When gasoline prices rise, many car shoppers begin to consider the cost of their daily commute as a critical factor in their ...
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Front-Wheel Drive vs. Rear-Wheel Drive: Which Is Better?
Trying to decide between a rear-wheel drive car and a front-wheel drive car? Both drivetrains have their pros and cons. We'll...
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Understanding the Levels of Self-Driving Cars
Self-driving cars exist in some capacity already, but these features don’t qualify a vehicle as autonomous. SAE International...
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CVT vs Automatic vs Dual Clutch: What's the Best Type of Transmission?
Manual transmissions are simple enough, but you might also see continuously variable transmissions, conventional automatics, ...
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Dealership CPO vs. Manufacturer CPO
Not all CPO programs are created equal. A dealership CPO vehicle might seem like a great deal and cost thousands less than on...
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Should You Buy a Car With Cash?
After weeks (or months) of research and test drives, you've finally found the new or used vehicle that perfectly fits your ne...
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How Important Is Mileage When Buying a Car?
Shoppers often rely on a vehicle's odometer reading to get a quick idea how far along it is in its lifespan. This may seem li...
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The 6 Levers of a New Car Deal
The research you did to find the right car, trim level, and options will also prove useful when you negotiate the price. Let ...
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How to Find a Great Car Dealership
Finding a great car dealership requires a bit of time and effort, but the payoff is huge: You'll do business with a company t...
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How To Select a Family Car
From cargo space to powertrain, there are several factors to consider when shopping for a family vehicle. It pays to do your ...
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How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car?
There are three different levels of electric vehicle charging, all of which charge at different rates. We use a Nissan Leaf P...
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Is It Smart to Buy a Salvage Car?
You may come across used cars for sale that appear to be in great condition but have a salvage (or a branded or rebuilt) titl...
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How to Negotiate a Car Price
Negotiating a car price can save you hundreds of dollars. Here's how to haggle with the best of them.

How To Get Financing For A Used Car
Vehicle financing often involves loans or leases. There are many factors affecting the type and amount of financing offered, ...
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Certified Pre-Owned Cars vs New Models: How to Decide
CPO vehicles can offer a lot of benefits to the used car buyer, but should you consider one over a brand new car?

How to Negotiate the Best Deal on a New or Used Car
Car buying and negotiating go hand in hand. No one ever pays sticker price, right? And yet it can be tough to feel comfortabl...
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Drew Brees & CarGurus Team Up to Boost Car-Buyer Confidence
A CarGurus survey recently found car shoppers' top stress points; NFL legend Brees offers tips

Is It Time to Buy a New Car?
If you’re considering buying a new car, you may be wondering if it makes more sense to invest in keeping your current vehicle...
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What to Look for When Shopping for a First Car
Buying a first car can be one of life’s most exciting experiences for a young driver, but it can also be scary—especially for...
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What Does a New Vehicle Warranty Cover?
All new vehicles are covered by some sort of warranty, but it's important to understand what they cover – and what they don't...
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How To Find the Right Car for You
Shopping for a car can be overwhelming. Luckily, the number of choices means that there’s a perfect car for everyone, and the...
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How To Choose Between Gas, Diesel, Hybrid, and Electric Cars
A gas powertrain is no longer the no-brainer decision, so here’s a look at the four basic types of powertrains—gas, diesel, h...
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How do Electric Cars Work?
Despite having been around just as long as gasoline cars, battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are still in their infancy, and th...
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What’s the Best Time of Year to Buy a Used Car?
Timing the purchase of your car just right can make a difference to how much you pay. Here's some tips to guide you on what's...
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