Ready for a new ride? Before you hit the lots, check out this essential auto buying advice.
Minivan 101Fairly or not, the public persona of the minivan is currently that of a vehicle driven solely by harried suburban mothers ferrying their kids to and from school, soccer games and piano recitals. While there is some truth to the public image – many mothers (and fathers) of young children have enthusiastically embraced the minivan as the ultimate in practical, safe and fuel efficient transportation for families – the minivan has more to offer than most people realize.
How to Detect a Flood Damaged CarMost flood damaged cars, trucks and SUVs are sent to a salvage yard, but some are cleaned up and put into the auto market where they'll be bought by unsuspecting buyers who think they're getting a deal. Use these tips to avoid buying a flood damaged vehicle.
Car Body Styles ExplainedHaving trouble choosing between one body type and another? Here's a brief rundown on the advantages and disadvantages of everything from a coupe to a crossover.
Top 10 Modern Muscle CarsThe real muscle car era is long gone but by expanding the definition to include imports, V-6's, front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive, we've come up with a list of modern cars just loaded with muscle. An About Cars Top 10 Pick.
Buying a New Minivan?In the market for a new minivan? We'll take a look at some things you'll need to look for while visiting car dealers and perusing the newspaper classifieds for your new vehicle.
Should you Lease or Buy your Next Truck or SUV?The expense of operating a car or truck are a permanent way of life for most of us, but we don't all choose the same method to deal with the costs. Some of us buy vehicles, some of us lease them, and there's no standard answer to which choice is "best."
Top 10 Deals on WheelsThe lowest price doesn't always make for a bargain; it's more like "what you get for what you pay." This Top 10 list from About Cars offers ten cars that deliver value for money.
Top 10 Cars for StudentsHere are ten cars that are easy to drive and affordable to buy, insure and run. Another Top Picks list from the road testers at About Cars.
Transmission Choices Rival Engine OptionsNowadays you can order a car with a choice of up to four types of transmission, even if there's only one engine available. In the long run there's just one winner, though: the CVT.
Top 10 Features Your Next Car Should HaveUsed to be that power windows and locks were the epitomy of luxury; today, they're standard on even the most humble econoboxes. Technology has gifted us with a great many more goodies and gadgets. Here are ten features and options that could make life with your next car a great deal easier and safer.
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