Car Tips & Advice

Our "Tips and Advice" stories cover all aspects of car buying and selling, as well as important vehicle ownership issues. Looking to purchase or lease your next car? Will you be trading in your old car or selling it yourself? Have any safety, warranty or maintenance concerns? We'll provide the information you need to make safe and economical decisions.

Featured Articles

- How To Buy a Car
  
  Buying a car doesn't have to be hard work. Here's how to buy a car at the right price by utilizing Edmunds.com's easy-to-use tools and resources.
- The Future of Car Airbags
  
  Improvements in airbag placement and technology have reduced injury and fatality rates. Future car airbag technology could make driving even safer.
- Tips for Used Hybrid Car Shopping
  
  If you want a used hybrid vehicle, you'll need to add some new aspects to your shopping. This used-hybrid shopping guide can make it easier.
- 10 Steps to Leasing a New Car
  
  The following steps will tell you how to locate and negotiate a fair lease rate on the car you want.

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Family and Car Safety

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Insurance | Warranties

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Fuel Economy

Engine Stop-Start Systems Save Fuel at Low Cost

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Car Technology

Car Tech 101: How To Test-Drive a Bluetooth System

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Driving Tips

10 Things Teens Should Know About Cars and Driving

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