Used Truck Buying 101: Everything You Need to Know
Buying a used truck will save you money, but what do you need to know? Use our used truck buying guide to see what to consider.
Should You Buy a Used Car in February/March 2026?
Forecasts show 2026 could remain a good time to buy a used car, but tight inventory and higher loan rates may limit options. Get pricing trends, pros and cons, and buying tips.
Buying a Used Car Online: How to Find the Perfect Vehicle
Find out the steps to take when buying a used car online. Here’s what to look for, what questions to ask, and how to know if it’s a good deal.
Buying a Used Car: Does Mileage Matter?
When you’re buying a used car, low mileage can be seductive. But as our editors explain, the odometer reading is just one factor among many.
Why Are Highway Miles Better When Buying a Used Car?
Highway miles can be easier on your car than city miles, where traffic and road conditions can stress your vehicle.
Check for Rust Before You Buy a Used Car
Avoid costly surprises when buying a used car—learn where rust hides, how to spot early warning signs, and when rust damage is a dealbreaker.
What Is More Important When Buying a Used Car: Miles or Age?
Maintenance history beats age and mileage when judging a used car. Learn what miles mean, why low mileage an be risky, which safety features matter, and how financing limits may apply.
Should You Buy an Extended Warranty for a Used Car?
Considering buying an extended warranty for a used car in 2025? Learn when it’s worth it, what it watch for, and tips to save money.
Buying a Used Car: Can You Get Service Records from a Dealer?
Buying a used car? Learn when maintenance records matter, how to request them from dealerships, why privacy can limit access, and why a mechanic’s inspection still matters.
Buying a Used Car Under $10,000: Should You Do It?
Find out what you need to know and look out for when buying a used car under $10,000.
Used Car Buying Guide
Smart 2025 used-car buying guide: prices and rates, budgeting and preapproval, inspections, CPO vs. private sales, negotiation, and closing the deal.
Is the Factory Warranty Transferable When Buying or Selling a Used Car?
We explain whether a car’s factory warranty is fully transferable to a new owner.
