Finance Reviews & News

Car Financing Glossary: Finance Terminology Explained

Chantel Wakefield-January 26, 2023December 4, 2024

We know it can be intimidating to buy a car — so we’ve explained some of the more complicated terms.

Rob Douthit-February 22, 2021February 8, 2025

You want to trade in your old car, but you still owe money on it. Can it be done? Here’s the answer.

Doug Demuro-June 30, 2019May 14, 2024

Where can you go to get the best interest rate on your next car: a dealership or a bank?

Russ Heaps-June 30, 2019February 5, 2025

What troubled borrowers can do to avoid repossession even after missing a few payments.

Christian Wardlaw-June 30, 2019December 3, 2024

To get a good deal on a new car, consumers must consider more than just the price. Learn more about the hidden costs.

Doug Demuro-June 30, 2019December 3, 2024

You’ve probably heard about GAP insurance — but what is it? And when should you buy it? We have the answer.

Doug Demuro-June 30, 2019February 8, 2025

Ever wonder why you end up paying so much more than the MSRP when buying a car? We have the answer.

Autotrader-June 9, 2019April 29, 2025

Done with college and ready to buy a car? Awesome! Here are five excellent tips on the car-shopping process from AutoTrader’s editors.

Jessica Shea Choksey-March 27, 2018December 18, 2024

A consumer poll tells us just how important test drives are to a vehicle purchase decision.

Doug Demuro-July 31, 2014December 18, 2024

We explain why your insurance premiums might be a little higher if you finance your car.