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Most-popular SUVs, trucks, cars in America right now
April 29, 2019

Most-popular SUVs, trucks, cars in America right now

Popularity isn’t the only measure of an SUV, car or truck. But looking at the most-popular SUVs and other vehicles isn’t a bad place to start shopping. After all, there probably are reasons the most-popular are, well, the most popular….

When to buy a new car (or used) and not mess it up
April 22, 2019

When to buy a new car (or used) and not mess it up

How will I know when to buy a new car? That’s a question many Americans ask themselves every year. For almost 170 million the last three years, the answer was “yes,” whether that meant new or used. Almost 33 million…

Dynamic dozen: The best 2019 cars based on Autotrader tests
April 17, 2019

Dynamic dozen: The best 2019 cars based on Autotrader tests

Call them the “dynamic” dozen. They are the best 2019 cars among hundreds of available models, according to Autotrader online automotive marketplace. The vehicles represent a dozen different automakers and most are priced from $20,000 to $40,000. “Finding your perfect…

9 reasons buying a used car may be a better choice than new
April 15, 2019

9 reasons buying a used car may be a better choice than new

Buying a used car is looking better and better to many shoppers. About $14,000 better on average, according to Experian Automotive and others, as the average new-car transaction price surpasses $37,000 and the typical loan comes in around $31,000. “New…

2016 Lexus RX 450h
April 8, 2019

Best used-car brands based on J.D. Power dependability survey

Flawless. Even with the best used-car brands, it’s a word you usually won’t read. And, really, you won’t read it here except for the mention above, because it’s a practically impossible standard to apply to car brands, especially for three-year-old…