Sell and trade

As the vehicle shortage drags on, we’re updating you on the current status of the market and addressing whether or not you should buy a car, plus what your options are if you can’t afford to wait.

Amid car inventory shortages, these 18 models have high sales, better-than-average availability and current listings at least as numerous as November’s estimated sales on Cars.com’s platform.

Honda and Lexus top J.D. Power’s 2022 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards, which rank car brands based on their forecasted resale value after three years of ownership.

We list the top 25 vehicles of the 2021 model year with above-average availability.

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.

If you’ve been holding onto a used car, there’s a good chance you’ll find generous returns on it right now thanks to the global microchip shortage.

If you’ve decided to take the plunge on leasing, one question you might have, particularly if it’s your first time, is whether you can trade in the old car you own.

There are plenty of buyers looking for a car in decent running condition that costs less than $5,000. Learn how to sell an old car with these instructions.