Coronavirus advice for car shoppers

Several signs point to a plateau in the current upward trajectory, but it's unlikely used-car prices will fall anytime soon to the levels seen before the shortage began.

We interviewed three industry experts about the drivers of the shortage, its impact on auto brands and when we can expect to see inventory stabilize.

New-vehicle supply has been sinking fast due to plant shutdowns, an ongoing microchip shortage and relentless shopper demand, which has led to soaring used-car trade-in values.

The most recent Consumer Price Index report from the U.S Department of Labor shows the highest overall annual inflation rate in 13 years, with used-car prices climbing a staggering 29.7% over the past 12 months.

As automakers and dealers continue to make it easier to shop for and buy a car online, Toyota is jumping into the fray with its SmartPath program.

After a tumultuous 2020, what does 2021 look like for car shoppers? Cars.com identifies three key trends for the new calendar year.

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced automakers to get creative when it comes to vehicle shopping; Nissan is the latest brand to launch an online shopping program.

Volkswagen has developed a new tool that enables car buyers to finish their dealership paperwork from anywhere.

More than 55% of respondents to a recent Cars.com survey said they’re actively considering buying or leasing a car, and 7% said they recently acquired a vehicle due to the coronavirus pandemic.

As the world continues to adjust the realities of the coronavirus pandemic, car dealerships and manufacturers are taking steps to safely reopen dealerships to customers.