Buying a car

A drop in the federal interest rate indirectly affects what consumers pay, so here’s what you should expect if rates go down as predicted.

Should you buy a new or used car? It depends on your needs and preferences as a buyer, but there are plenty of good vehicles out there either way.

Find out which seasons you should keep an eye on if you’re shopping for a new car.

Used cars tend to have fewer warranty options than their brand-new counterparts, but the policies can be just as daunting to understand.

In all, a car can leave the dealership with 10 or more warranties — which can be a mess for its new owner to wade through.

If you might end up living with the car, the test drive is the opportune time to see if it works for you.

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

Determine as many of the following points as possible before you visit any 
 dealerships, starting with the price you expect to pay.

Despite discouraging news on the inventory front, there’s good news that could warm the hearts of SUV and pickup truck shoppers. Find out four of February’s best new-car deals here.

With minimal changes for 2022 other than a $100-$700 price increase, a 2021 Accord may be a better buy.