Car Advice for Buyers, Owners, and Sellers
Expert advice and pro tips on buying, selling, financing, leasing, negotiating at the dealership and more. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned car owner, we’re always here to help.
1926: The Used Car Market Got a Pricing Foundation
A dealer’s buy list became a pricing manual in 1926 that helped standardize used-car values. Tracing Kelley Blue Book’s rise as the trusted reference back to its 1918 Los angels roots.
When Will New Car Prices Drop?
May saw a slight dip in average transaction prices, but SUV and pickup truck segments remain on the uptick. Inventory levels remain generally balanced.
Is Now the Time to Buy, Sell, or Trade in a Car?
Affordability is top of mind for car shoppers in 2026. Here’s what to expect for new and used car prices, incentives, loans, and the best strategies for buying, selling, or trading in now.
Car-Seat Friendly Features
Car-seat-friendly vehicle features like LATCH anchors, sliding seats, automatic doors, and read-seat accessories can make family driving easier.
How Rear-Seat Dimensions Affect Car Seat Fit
Rear-seat legroom, headroom, and hip room can affect car seat fit. Learn what dimensions matter before buying a family-friendly car.
A Hot Car Can Turn Deadly in Minutes
Hot car deaths can happen in minutes. Learn the risks, warning signs, prevention tips, and what to do if you see a child alone in a vehicle.
Car Lemon Laws: What To Know by State
Lemon laws protect consumers when purchasing vehicles at auto dealerships, and car warranties often add a layer of protection for buyers.
How to Read IIHS Safety Rankings for Family-Friendly Cars
Learn how IIHS LATCH ratings can help you choose a vehicle with easier car-seat installation, plus key differences between LATCH and seat belts.
Preparing Your Car for a Hurricane: An Emergency Checklist
Prepare your car for hurricane season with maintenance tips, storage advice, EV precautions, and an emergency kit checklist for safer evacuations.
Latest News
Delay Sought for Vehicle Tracking Law in California
Automakers say an extension is to make cars safer for domestic abuse survivors, saying sales in California are at risk.
Refreshed 2027 Audi A3 Leans Into Tech
The refreshed 2027 Audi A3 subcompact sedan receives a digitized cockpit and more advanced driver assistance systems.
Report: Honda Plans to Revive Element as a Hybrid
An industry report says Honda will bring back the Element, a practical, boxy SUV that has become a cult favorite since it was last sold 15 years ago.
