Category: Auto Buying
Does Car Color Affect Resale Value?
Vivid colors like orange, purple and lime green may look good now but could become dated fast.
How to Minimize Depreciation When Buying a Car
One of the biggest costs is hidden from view when purchasing a car or truck: depreciation.
Best Models and Years to Buy Used
As cars and trucks age, they are prone to mechanical and electrical failures. Maintenance costs rise. Learn the sweet spot.
Difference Between an SUV and a Crossover
You’ve found the local car dealerships on the DexKnows site and now you’re heading out to look for a new SUV. When you get there, the salesperson might try to steer you toward a crossover. Before you cross the showroom floor, it would pay to know the difference: One might suit you better than the other. More [...]
Five Tips When Test Driving a New Car
About 1 in 9 new car buyers skips this important task. That’s a mistake that leads to buyer’s remorse.
Fuel-Saving Innovations to Look for When Buying a Car
Car makers are improving the efficiency of the gasoline engine and they’re adopting new electric technologies.
New vs. Used: Buying a Car or Truck
Absence of grunge and low maintenance costs argue for a new car or truck. A preowned car is less expensive and the depreciation is already taken.
What’s Telematics? Benefits of the Safety Feature
Telematics enables a two-way connection to a central control center that knows the vehicle’s location.
Is High Mileage on a Used Car a Bad Thing?
What matters more than the number of miles is how those miles got on the car.
Downside of Low Mileage When Buying a Used Car
Low mileage isn’t always a good thing. Here’s a look at some of the problems to watch out for.
