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Rows of Toyota Corolla vehicles await buyers at the Toyota Corolla showroom in Tokyo, Japan, on Monday, March 5, 2007

3 Best Used Toyota Models You Can Buy on a $5,000 Budget

Car shopping can be a challenge when you’re on a tight budget. That’s what makes buying used an attractive option. However, it doesn’t come without risks. When buying used, you want to make sure you pick a reliable vehicle. Used Toyota cars are excellent choices. Though no used vehicle is perfect, some inexpensive models hold …
The black steering wheel and instrumentation panel of a 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid compact crossover SUV

Ford Had a Difficult Time Selling Most of Its SUVs in 2020

If you’re looking for a great deal on a new SUV, stop by your local dealership and ask to see a 2020 model. There will probably be a pretty good selection of Ford SUVs. That’s because last year wreaked havoc on the auto industry during the nationwide shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Ford had a …
A trailer truck transporting cars being shipped.

How Much Does Shipping a Car Actually Cost?

Maybe you’re in the midst of a cross-country move. Or, perhaps you’ve just purchased your absolute dream car but live too far away to pick it up yourself. In such cases, shipping a car could be your best option. But how much does shipping a car actually cost? Let’s find out. How does shipping a …
New Ford dealership pictured.

The Right Way to Maximize Your Car’s Trade-In Value

Shopping for a new car? You may be considering trading in your current vehicle. Chances are, you want to maximize your current vehicle’s trade-in value too. Fortunately, we’ve got the inside scoop on how to maximize your car’s trade-in value. What is a trade-in anyway? The odds are, you already know what a trade-in car …
Gettacar's main competitors are CarMax and Carvana. Seen here is one of Carvana's eight-story car vending machines.

Used Car Buying Site Gettacar Is Here to Take On CarMax and Carvana

Well-known online retailers such as CarMax and Carvana now have a new rival. Gettacar is looking to take advantage of the recent surge in used car buying. And the site boasts some features that may allow it to do just that. CarMax and Carvana: The old guard Any new online car retailer faces stiff competition …
Close-up of the upper corner of a consumer credit report from the credit bureau Equifax, with text reading "Credit File" and "Personal Identification" on a light wooden surface on September 11, 2017

Does Buying a Car Build Your Credit Score?

For most people, buying a car is a big deal. It takes time to save enough money for such a large expense. But car loans make it possible to purchase a vehicle without having to scrape together the entire amount. How does car financing work, what effect can it have on your credit score, and …
An areal view of a large parking lot filled with Subarus

Off-road Subaru Wilderness Sub-brand Announced

The Subaru Wilderness sub-brand is coming. Wilderness branded Subarus will offer more off-road capability for active, young families. As a result, the launch hopes to attract a new generation of Subaru drivers. A more rugged brand for outdoorsy families RELATED: The 2021 Subaru Outback Isn’t the Only Model Getting a Seriously Rugged Off-Road Package Subaru …
A customer inspects the window sticker of a 2011 Toyota Sienna at Fred Anderson Toyota in Raleigh, North Carolina

The Dealer Destination Charge: Do You Have to Pay It?

Car buying can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to get the best price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price, or MSRP, isn’t the final price you end up paying. There are usually several fees and additional costs like the dealer destination charge. Do you have to pay the destination charge, and what other fees can you …