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The Trump administration’s tariffs are likely to raise the prices of both new and used cars in the coming months. Here are some ways you can potentially save money on your next car purchase.
By Damon Bell
March 14, 2025

To get the best possible interest rate on a car loan, it’s important to understand the current marketplace for interest rates and your financial situation.
By Cars.com Editors
March 11, 2025

As EVs gain mainstream adoption, one challenge remains clear: Insuring them is significantly more expensive than traditional gasoline-powered cars.
By Vaishali Prayag
March 3, 2025

You can buy a car with a credit card, but it won’t be easy and, for many buyers, it’s not a great idea.
By Fred Meier
October 21, 2024

Considering leasing a car? Here’s everything you need to know to help you make that decision.
By Brian Normile
October 18, 2024

To get the best leasing deal, it's imperative to understand leasing's complicated vocabulary.
By Cars.com Editors
October 18, 2024

One lesser-known perk to choosing a CPO car is the potential for lower financing costs — an important consideration as auto loan rates are on the rise.
By Jane Ulitskaya
October 18, 2024

Placing a dollar value on the CPO treatment is a calculus fraught with variables. We’ll explain.
By Kelsey Mays
October 17, 2024

It's important that you be prepared before entering the finance and insurance room, because what's discussed in there is negotiable and, depending on the driver and the car, sometimes unnecessary.
By Joe Bruzek
October 17, 2024

Most manufacturers provide discounts on cars to current employees and retirees, and they often reduce transaction costs to near or below the price on the invoice sent to the dealer.
By Rick Popely
October 15, 2024