Financing

Car loan interest rates make affordability challenging.
More lenders are willing to consider financing older cars now because vehicles last longer than in earlier generations.
0% APR loans apply to very few car models and borrowers need gold-plated credit to qualify.

Car loan interest rates make affordability challenging.
More lenders are willing to consider financing older cars now because vehicles last longer than in earlier generations.
0% APR loans apply to very few car models and borrowers need gold-plated credit to qualify.

Car financing advice at your fingertips

We’ve compiled the most useful articles to guide you through the basics of car financing.

Car Shopping

Chris Hardesty–July 26, 2024February 8, 2025

If you may miss a car payment, you’ll need this information to find out how car repossession works.

Car Shopping

Doug Demuro–January 27, 2025February 25, 2025

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.

Car Shopping

Colin Ryan–August 1, 2024December 3, 2024

Wondering whether you should lease or buy? We’re answering the age-old question of whether leasing is a good idea.

Car Shopping

Renee Valdes–May 16, 2024November 21, 2024

You can sell your car to a dealer or a private buyer, even if you still owe money on the auto loan.

Car Shopping

Doug Demuro–October 1, 2025October 1, 2025

Find out if you can return a car after purchase, key exceptions, and your options if returns aren’t allowed.

Car Shopping

Chris Hardesty–September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

Learn how 0% APR car financing works, who qualifies, pros and cons, and when it’s smarter to choose rebates with a low-interest loan instead.

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