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The Safest SUVs for 2025 and 2026
Sep 19, 2025
These SUVs and crossovers offer both safety and a good ownership experience. Check out Edmunds’ list of safest SUVs to find the right one for you.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
The 11 Biggest Mistakes Car Shoppers Make
Sep 15, 2025
As you start your search for your next car, stay away from these buying blunders. They can really cost you.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
Test-Drive Your Car Salesman
Sep 2, 2025
What if the car salesman or saleswoman who first approaches you at the dealership isn't treating you right? Are you stuck with them? Not necessarily.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
How to Get Out of a Bad Car Loan
Aug 5, 2025
If you've got a high interest rate on your auto loan, or have extra insurance you don't need, why not rearrange the terms to something better? It's pretty easy to do, even long after you've signed your deal.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
Negative Equity: Upside Down on a Car Loan
Jul 29, 2025
About a third of car drivers are upside down on their car loans, meaning they owe more on their car than it's worth. Here are suggestions on getting right side up.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
How long before the repo man takes your car? Who is the repo man and how does he find your car? These and other questions about car repossessions are answered in this consumer advice story.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
When Is the Best Time to Trade In a Car?
Jun 16, 2025
Here's what you should know when it comes time to trade in your car: There are good and bad times of the year to trade in, and ways to determine if it makes sense for you to trade now or wait. Read our guide to learn more.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
When Is the Best Time to Buy a New Car?
Jun 10, 2025
The best time of year to buy a new car doesn't boil down to just one weekend, month or season. You have lots of opportunities to find great deals and discounts on cars, and we list them here, along with some pros and cons for holiday weekends.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
How Often to Replace Tires
May 21, 2025
These guidelines, including monitoring treadwear, tire age and tire damage, will help you know when to replace tires on your car, truck or SUV.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski
What Is a Doc Fee?
May 21, 2025
What's the documentation fee that dealers apply when you buy a car? How much is it? Do you really have to pay it? Here's what you need to know.
By Jeremy Korzeniewski