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High-mileage oil can include additives to reduce wear, corrosion and leaks, but stick with the manufacturer's recommendation and only switch if such signs appear.
By Rick Cotta
October 12, 2025
Find out what half-ton, three-quarter-ton, one-ton, etc. mean when you are talking about pickup trucks.
By Aaron Bragman and Joe Bruzek
October 6, 2025
If you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, you may be wondering if you should get a gas engine or a diesel engine since there are significant differences between the two.
By Aaron Bragman and Matt Barnes
October 6, 2025
The rules for buying a used electric car are surprisingly different from — and in some ways the opposite of — those for conventional cars.
By Cars.com Editors
October 3, 2025
There are several scenarios where shoppers can qualify for a tax deduction or a tax credit for a vehicle purchase.
By Cars.com Editors
October 2, 2025
Want to lower the cost of your next EV purchase? Here are some ways beyond the federal tax credit to save.
By Jennifer Geiger
October 1, 2025
The federal tax credit is done, but there may still be state and local incentives available, depending on where you live, and some automakers will also likely be using incentives to clear out old model-year inventory in the coming weeks.
By Aaron Bragman
September 30, 2025
Our experts answer the questions you have and detail the steps you should take when buying a car to ensure you get the right one for you at the right price.
By Jennifer Geiger
September 30, 2025
Most defrosters rely on the heat from a car’s engine, but some vehicles have electrically heated windshields, while EVs rely on electric sources for their heating and cooling systems.
By Rick Cotta
September 28, 2025
With so many EVs for sale, we felt it important to highlight our top picks for several specific types of vehicle, including two- and three-row SUVs, cars and luxury vehicles.
By Cars.com Editors
September 18, 2025
