Advice

Just when it looked like the whirlwind of used-car shopping had settled into a gentler breeze after a few months of falling prices, some signs indicate the storm hasn’t passed just yet.

Current auto loan rates have climbed substantially following the Fed’s recent interest-rate hikes, with the average new-car loan rate reaching 6.07% in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Darker mornings along with the drowsiness that drivers experience after daylight saving time lead to a significant increase in traffic accidents and fatalities, according to a 20-year study published in Current Biology.

Here is a ranking by brand of 2023 new-car warranties for retail buyers based on three main types of coverage and grouped from outstanding to average.

Damage from road de-icing methods cost U.S. drivers more than $3 billion a year in rust repairs. Here are ways to avoid the issue.

Shoppers should find it generally easier to get their hands on some of the most popular nameplates compared to the same time in 2021.

Winter weather throws some chilling challenges at motorists — and we know you have questions about preparing your car for winter.

With EVs, when the temps drop, driving range drops — sometimes by a lot. It’s important to understand your EV’s range limitations and the need to charge more often in cold weather.

While replacing a cracked windshield is the obvious solution, it’s also an expensive one. But it’s possible the windshield can be repaired — either by a professional or by yourself.

We talked with used-car dealers, wholesale vehicle buyers, auto repair mechanics and other dealership experts to find out what they look for when buying a used pickup.