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General Advice
Browse our articles for practical, easy‑to‑apply general advice that helps you understand, maintain, and get more out of your car.
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Used Car Guides
Browse our articles for straightforward guidance on choosing, inspecting, and confidently buying a used car.
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Private Sellers
Browse our articles for practical guidance on buying or selling a car privately, from evaluating vehicles to completing a safe, smooth transaction.
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How to Sell a Car: A Step-by-Step Guide
Sell you car with confidence using this step-by-step guide–compare dealer, private-party, and instant cash offer optionis, prices and prep your vehicle, list it effectively, and complete the sale safely.
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How Long Has a Dealership Had a Car?
Learn how to estimate days on lot, identify aged inventory, and use floorplan pressure to negotiate a better car price.
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Car Invoice Price and Dealer Markup: Tips for Buying a Vehicle
Dealer invoice pricing, MSRP, and even markups can greatly impact the price you pay for a new car.
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I’m Way Over My Car Lease Miles, What Do I Do?
If you’re leasing a vehicle and realize you’ve exceeded the number of car lease miles in your agreement, we’ll tell you what you need to do.
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Can You Return a Car You Just Bought?
Most car purchases are usually final, with no return period for buyer’s remorse. Exceptions can include lemon laws and a dealer’s written return policy. If you can’t return, contsider refinancing, selling, or trading.
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Why Doesn’t Rear-Wheel Drive Work in the Snow?
Learn why rear-wheel drive can be tougher in winter, from weight distribution and fishtailing risks to why snow-rated tires and stability systems matter most.
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What Is Tesla NACS?
Tesla’s North American Charging System (NACS) is expanding beyond Tesla, bringing more EVs Supercharger access via factory ports or adapters–plus details on speeds, supported automakers, network size, and key pros/cons.