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    What to Look for When Buying a Used Car

    Buying / Selling December 16, 2022

    In the market for a used car? Here’s what you need to know while you’re looking.

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    Safety Features to Consider When Buying a Car [Infographic]

    Buying / Selling March 9, 2021

    When it’s time to buy a new car, we all have our own ideas about what makes it the right fit. Some of us want more legroom, others want more cargo space. Then there are those who just want a killer sound system and great rims. While many of the features offered by manufacturers may...

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    10 Tips for Buying a Business Car

    Business February 16, 2021

    Depending on the type of business you own, buying a company car could provide some noteworthy benefits. It might come in handy for deliveries or driving between work locations, and the tax benefits of owning a business vehicle are substantial. But like any major purchase, there are several things to consider before you sign on...

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    Tips for Buying Your Teen’s First Car [Slideshow]

    Buying / Selling August 8, 2019

    Most teenagers dream about their first cars long before they get the keys, and they remember it for the rest of their lives. Whether it’s a brand-new ride or just new to them, there’s nothing quite like that first experience of owning a car. While teens may have certain features in mind, such as a...

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    Buying a Car? Learn What Documents You’ll Need to Bring [Infographic]

    Buying / Selling January 22, 2019

    Buying a car has become more streamlined, making the buying process faster than ever. However, not bringing the proper documents with you can hold up a purchase. Knowing what paperwork you need to bring along when you’re buying a car can keep the process moving. In addition to your driver’s license, there are a few...

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    How to Improve Gas Mileage Without Buying a New Car

    Maintenance June 21, 2013

    Sure, buying a hybrid vehicle can increase your fuel efficiency – but what if you can’t afford a new vehicle right now, or don’t like any of the current hybrid offerings? There are a lot of ways to reduce your fuel consumption, even if your daily ride’s been in the driveway for a few years.

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    Should You Lease or Buy a Car?

    Buying / Selling February 22, 2023

    If you’re in the market for a new car, you may be debating whether to buy or lease. It’s a big decision. After buying a house, a new car is the second biggest purchase most people will ever make. To help you through this milestone, here are the pros and cons of each option:

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    First-Time Car Buyer’s Guide: Tips and Tools

    Buying / Selling December 22, 2022

    Want to buy your first car but don’t know where to start? Follow these tips to set yourself up for success.

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    How Does Inflation Affect Car Prices?

    Buying / Selling December 13, 2022

    Just like many other goods and services, car prices are not immune to the impacts of inflation. Discover how inflation affects car prices.

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    What is a Car Tune Up?

    Maintenance February 24, 2022

    Ever heard someone say their car needs a tune up? What exactly do they mean? What is a car tune up? In years past, cars used to regularly require intricate procedures wherein many engine parts were replaced, adjusted, and tuned. This extensive process was aptly referred to as a “tune up”, but it gradually became...

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    Why are Rental Cars so Expensive?

    Technology & Trends December 15, 2021

    There’s nothing quite like being in a new place and having the freedom to go wherever you like, whenever you like. Sure, public transportation is an option, and you can certainly call a cab in most places, but being the master of your own transportation is whole new degree of freedom. That’s where having a...

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    Tire Buying Guide: How to Choose Tires

    Maintenance August 25, 2021

    Buying new tires can be a confusing chore. What do all those numbers mean? Should I go with winter tires or all-season? And, of course, how do I know when I need new ones? Taking care of your tires and maintaining good driving habits can help extend the life of your tires, but eventually you’ll...

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    What Is the Total Cost of Car Ownership?

    Buying / Selling March 16, 2021

    The automotive market, online and off, is saturated with new and used cars that you can review with just a few clicks. Often overlooked during car research, the total cost of ownership is essentially a calculation of all the costs involved in buying and using a car over a period of time.1 This total cost of...

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    Jet Ski Buying Guide: What to Know Before You Purchase

    Recreational Vehicles January 28, 2021

    Whether you’ve owned one before or you’re new to riding a personal watercraft (also known as a PWC), selecting a PWC that best suits your lifestyle and budget requires research and time. To help make the selection process easier for you, we put together these buying tips for personal watercraft. Knowing What to Look For...

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    How to Stop Impulse Buying

    My Money January 25, 2021

    Any sudden, unplanned decision to purchase a product or service is considered to be impulse buying. These spur-of-the-moment purchases can be big or small, but they are never planned. If you’re standing in line at the supermarket checkout and suddenly decide to purchase a candy bar, that’s an impulse purchase. But the same can be...

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