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The 72-month loan has become commonplace as consumers buy ever-pricier vehicles.
By Cars.com Editors
June 27, 2025
Whether you’re looking to replace your car or offload an extra one to take advantage of elevated used-car values, selling a vehicle privately can get you more money than trading it in to a dealer.
By Jane Ulitskaya
June 23, 2025
There are a few steps you should take before heading to the dealership to make the selling process go smoothly and to get the best offer.
By Cars.com Editors
June 19, 2025
When someone asks if a car “gets good gas mileage,” one logical response is: Compared to what?
By Nick Kurczewski
June 10, 2025
A general recommendation is to replace the positive crankcase ventilation, or PCV, valve every 30,000 to 50,000 miles.
By Rick Cotta
June 8, 2025
It’s possible to sell your car when you still owe money on the loan, but your best course of action will depend on how you plan to sell it and your equity in the vehicle.
By Cars.com Editors
May 28, 2025
An illuminated battery light means there’s something wrong with the car’s charging system, which primarily consists of the battery and alternator, along with some associated components.
By Rick Cotta
April 27, 2025
Not only is finding a vehicle under $30K going to be tough, but they may become even more scarce if tariffs on imported cars stick around for the long haul.
By Stef Schrader
April 23, 2025
How can you tell if a vehicle was built in the U.S.? The vehicle identification number is one place to start, as well as a car's Monroney label, or window sticker.
By Jennifer Geiger
April 22, 2025
The Trump administration’s tariffs will likely raise the prices of new (and, by extension, used) vehicles very soon, so buying out your leased vehicle might make more sense in the near future than it did in the recent past.
By Damon Bell
April 9, 2025
