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All-wheel drive is great to have, but buying and driving a vehicle with it can entail significant cost premiums.
By Fred Meier
June 20, 2024

There are points to consider before choosing to buy a CPO vehicle instead of an extended warranty (or, more correctly, an extended service contract).
By Rick Popely
May 30, 2024

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Consumer Reports have released their annual list of recommended vehicles for teens, and the 2024 list offers more safety for less, as used- and new-car prices stabilize.
By Jennifer Geiger
May 21, 2024

If you’re one of the millions hitting the road and you need a new ride, check out our list of Cars.com editors’ favorites by vehicle category.
By Jennifer Geiger
May 21, 2024

CPO, or certified pre-owned, vehicles are generating lots of used-car buzz, but what does the term actually mean?
By Cars.com Editors
May 15, 2024

Can you get a car loan with poor credit? Yes, most people still can borrow money for a car, but you should expect to pay additional interest.
By Fred Meier
April 22, 2024

How long brakes last depends on factors like how the car is driven and the condition of the rest of the braking system.
By Rick Cotta
April 14, 2024

Although original-equipment tires can last for 50,000 miles or more, how long any tire lasts is dependent not only on the tire itself, but on how that car is maintained.
By Rick Cotta
March 24, 2024

Here is a ranking by brand of 2024 new-car warranties for retail buyers based on three main types of coverage and grouped from best to industry average.
By Fred Meier
March 19, 2024

Our Editorial team provides tips to make buying a used car simpler.
By Olatunji Osho-Williams
March 12, 2024