New and Used Car Buying Tips

Learn what you should know before buying a new or used car. We'll help you make the best decision possible whether you're purchasing from a dealer or in a private-party sale.

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Driving School Cost: Average Prices to Expect for Driving Lessons

How much does driving school cost? Learn more about the typical price range of driving schools, and how to get the best deal.

August 08, 2024
Coupe vs Sedan: Which One Is Right for You?

The coupe vs sedan dilemma involves more than the number of doors. Learn about cargo capacity, passenger comfort, price, and insurance differences.

August 08, 2024
Most-Reliable Car Brands

With automakers packing more high-tech features and more advanced turbocharged and electrified powertrains into new cars than ever before, shoppers may be wondering if certain automakers have more reliable vehicles than others. Consumer Reports put out its annual auto reliability brand rankings and Japanese

Joel Patel • Automotive Editor • December 07, 2023
Least-Reliable Car Brands

For the most part, modern cars get more reliable and sturdier every year. Unfortunately, while some automakers make strides toward making their vehicles more reliable, some continue to struggle with reliability. Consumer Reports has released its annual auto reliability brand rankings and things aren’t

Joel Patel • Automotive Editor • December 07, 2023
What Is The Average Car Dealer Markup Fee?

The average dealer markup fee on a car is typically determined by local pricing and demand. In normal circumstances, cars & trucks can be purchased for MSRP or less, especially with the help of manufacturer incentives. However, you may encounter cases in which limited availability can require paying

Alex Bernstein • Senior Pricing Analyst • March 31, 2022
How to Reduce Fuel Consumption

With the seemingly ever-rising prices of gasoline due to market conditions and world events, engine fuel consumption is a concern for most drivers on the road these days. Because the price at the pump is affecting more people every day, many are looking for ways to cut consumption and costs. This article

CarsDirect Staff • March 07, 2022
8 Main Causes Of Bad Gas Mileage

Despite advances in fuel efficiency and technology, bad gas mileage can be caused by a number of possible reasons. If you're looking to get better fuel economy on your car, truck, or SUV, there may be ways to avoid losing money at the pump. Here are some of the main causes of poor gas mileage in new

CarsDirect Staff • January 03, 2022
Car Rebates: Understanding Car Dealer Rebates and Incentives

When shopping for a new car or truck, car dealer rebates can save you a lot of money. Car dealer or manufacturer rebates and incentives are provided by the manufacturer in order to stimulate sales of a particular make and model new car or truck. However, there are a lot of misconceptions about what car

CarsDirect Staff • November 04, 2021
Types of Traffic Citations and Penalties

Learn about 10 types of traffic citations, consequences of out-of-state tickets, and how multiple tickets in a short period of time affects your record.

June 17, 2020
How Long Do You Have to Wait to Retake a Driving Test

How long you have to wait to retake a driving test varies from state to state, but there are some common guidelines.

June 17, 2020

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