Car Shopping

Helping you become a better informed new- and used-car shopper

An illustration of car-buying days on a calendar.
October 17, 2024

When is the best time to buy a car?

The best time to buy a car might simply be when you need it most. But if your purchase is not urgent and maximizing savings is your goal, there are some dates on the calendar that it helps to know…

Illustration of person in car waving out the window next to a pillar with Principal and Interest written on it.
June 13, 2024

What is a simple interest contract in auto financing?

Just because auto financing involves simple interest contracts doesn’t mean everyone understands them. Asking the question “What is a simple interest contract?” is not unusual. To help you understand how simple interest contracts work, we’ve produced a short video that…

Illustration of two people with thought bubbles saying loan-to-value ratio and credit report
April 12, 2024

8 more key terms to know when buying or leasing a car

Music has its own language. As does the medical field, technology, types of sports, even food. And the car buying world is no different. You may be familiar with the auto financing terms Annual Percentage Rate (APR), down payment and…

Who makes the most reliable cars – Consumer Reports
January 2, 2024

Who makes the most reliable cars – Consumer Reports

They are the best of the best. The brands that pass the test of who makes the most reliable cars as ranked by Consumer Reports (CR). The Lexus and Toyota brands rated first and second, respectively. This is a reversal…

7 things to know about buying a car in 2022
January 26, 2022

7 things to know about buying a car in 2022

If you’re in the market for a new (or new to you) car in 2022, the typical strategies to getting a bargain may not be a sure bet. Many people have gotten used to the higher price tag on new…