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Video: How to Shop at an Auto Show

CARS.COM — While test drives are an important way to narrow down that list of potential new cars, they aren’t necessarily the most efficient way because all those competing cars are seldom at the same dealership. That’s where auto shows come in as an invaluable resource for shoppers, as they allow you to compare an entire class of cars under one roof without any pressure of having to sign papers.

For our real-world demonstration of how to shop at an auto show, watch the video above.

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