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Car Negotiation Playbook and Strategy
Learn how to negotiate a car’s price, counter common dealer tactics, prepare for your purchase, and know when to walk away.
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Selling or Trading In? How to Buy Your Next Car
Learn how to budget for your next car, compare new, used, and CPO options, understand financing, and prepare to buy.
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End of Car Lease Options: Return, Buy Out, Sell, or Negotiate
Learn your end-of-car-lease options, including returning, buying out, selling, negotiating, extending, and comparing payoff with market value.
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Hybrid vs. Electric Cars: Why Hybrids Make More Sense
Whether an EV or a hybrid vehicle is the better option for you will depend on where you live, how far you drive, where you park, and what you can afford.
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How Long Do Electric Cars Last?
Electric vehicles (EVs) typically last for an average of 15 to 20 years, while ICE vehicles have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years.
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I Checked for Recalls. I Still Missed One.
A NHTSA recall check may not show every open campaign. Learn how to check a used car for safety, emissions, and service recalls.
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How to Buy a Used Car in 10 Steps
Learn how to buy a used car, from setting a budget and finding the right vehicle to financing, test drives, negotiation, and paperwork.
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Milestones in Tire History
As Kelley Blue Book celebrates its 100th Anniversary, we look at milestones in tires, from early pneumatic tires to run-flats and beyond.
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Everything You Need to Know About Recalls
Car recalls can involve minor issues with a vehicle or major safety concerns. Here’s what leads to recalls and what to do if you receive a notice.
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How to Sell a Car Online
Selling a car online involves deciding where to list the car, preparing it for sale, interacting with potential buyers, and then finalizing the sale. Here’s a step-by-step guide.