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Used cars can offer some strong financial advantages. Beyond a lower purchase price, used vehicles can help owners offset the depreciation, higher insurance rates, and registration fees that typically come with new-vehicle purchases. If you’ve already weighed the pros and cons and are now ready to shop, Capital One Auto Navigator, an online car shopping

After years of hearing about Gen Z putting off getting a license, does the next generation have the same attitude about driving? As the oldest members of Gen Alpha are getting ready to drive, CarMax commissioned a survey of 1,000 teens ages 14-16 to get their thoughts about getting that first car.   Nearly all

How long you finance a car makes a big difference in not just how much you pay every month, but also how much it costs you over the life of the loan. Longer loan terms have become increasingly common as drivers try to keep monthly payments manageable. Caribou explains how to weigh the trade-offs when

  Remember those days when going to work meant rolling out of your bed, grabbing a cup of coffee, checking your phone, and then ambling a few feet to your home office? Those days are fast disappearing because the commute is back. And it’s more expensive than ever. The number of workers who commute five

  The pickup truck is America’s most iconic vehicle—so deeply ingrained in its culture and lifestyle that it’s difficult to imagine a drive without spotting several pickups on the road. For decades, trucks have topped sales charts, defined regional identity, and served as a symbol for blue-collar America—work, land, self-reliance, and freedom. But truck culture

  If you’re planning to leave your vehicle idle for an extended period of time—whether exiting the country or overwintering your ride in a Northern climate—the process isn’t as simple as parking it in the garage, lowering the door, and forgetting about it. Failing to complete the proper prep can introduce a laundry list of

  Labor Day weekend is often a great time to snap up a new car for several reasons. Demand tends to wane as customers start thinking about the upcoming school year or saving up for the holidays, and as summer comes to a close, many dealerships are trying to make room for the 2027 models

  For years, the used market served as a reliable alternative for first-time buyers, consumers looking to avoid steep new-car depreciation, and shoppers priced out of the new-car market. But second-quarter 2026 data from Edmunds shows a used market that has fundamentally repriced itself, and the entry level is where the squeeze is hurting consumers

  Many boaters appreciate bowriders for their versatility. With open bow seating, spacious cockpits and layouts designed for everything from watersports to leisurely cruising, they appeal to a wide range of boating enthusiasts. But when you start shopping, the options can feel overwhelming. Hull designs, engine configurations, seating arrangements, premium tech packages — the choices

  Take a wild guess at the state with the most auto repair shops. If you said California, you’d be wrong. Here’s what the data shows. California has the highest number of repair shops, at 20,998, but compared with its population of 39,355,309, the state ranks No. 24. Wyoming has 494 establishments, but with the

  One of the most daunting parts of your teen learning to drive is sitting beside them as they merge into highway traffic at 65 miles per hour. But next is waiting to see how much your car insurance rate will increase. On average, adding a teen driver to your insurance policy could increase your

  In most cases, insects aren’t too unsettling to find roaming your vehicle. Whether it is a trapped fly buzzing through the interior or a sleepy honeybee hitching a ride on a windshield wiper, most automotive insect sightings aren’t a cause for concern. However, catching a bed bug scurrying between the upholstery of your seats

  Independent drivers and fleet owners alike are feeling the squeeze of rising truck repair costs in 2026. Inflation and supply chain disruptions are making both buying a new diesel truck and keeping an old one on the road increasingly more expensive. Without rates rising to match costs, small operators are being left with fewer

  Ready for a new ride? If you’ve weighed the cost of fixing your car versus upgrading and decided you’re looking to sell your car, you could use some help to do everything from figuring out its value to closing the sale. CarMax compiled this step-by-step guide to selling your car yourself to show you how to get

  Choosing the right auto insurance is important for many reasons. From complying with state law to putting yourself in the best financial position, your auto insurance can affect many aspects of your life. Choosing well can lead to peace of mind for years to come. But finding the perfect auto insurance for you may

  Financing a car can be a confusing experience, and it often leads drivers to choose a deal they later regret or overpay on. Refinancing their auto loan has emerged as a way for drivers to get some of that money back each month. The total value of refinanced car loans reached $3.4 billion at

  Riding a motorcycle offers freedom, excitement, and a unique sense of adventure. Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle also comes with significant risks. Motorcycles lack the protective features of cars, leaving riders more vulnerable in a crash. If you’re a motorcyclist — or considering becoming one — you may be wondering how common it is for

  Rain guards are slim, aerodynamic accessories that mount above your vehicle’s side windows. Their main job is to redirect rain, wind, and road debris away from partially open windows, allowing you to let in fresh air—even in bad weather—without soaking your interior or dealing with loud wind noise. They also help reduce window fogging,

  Car ownership consumes a major share of many household budgets. Between loan payments, maintenance, fuel, and auto insurance, the cost of owning and operating a vehicle now averages more than $11,000 per year. Even as U.S. cities and counties increase investment in public transportation, more than 90% of American households own or lease at

  With new car prices averaging $50,000 and inflation squeezing household budgets, more Americans are holding on to their car for longer. Findings from Caribou’s 2026 Car Loan Sentiment Survey of 2,000 U.S. auto loan holders suggest that this decision to stay put raises the financial stakes on loans most borrowers have never revisited. Only