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New Cars With The Highest Dealer Markups in Each State

Consumers Should Avoid Buying These New Cars Amid Supply Shortages
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These Are the Best Cars for Teens

Best Used Cars for Teen Drivers Based on Safety, Reliability, and Fuel Efficiency
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Electric Car Prices Continue to Increase Much More Than Gas-Powered Models

Electric car prices went up 54.3% in July from last year compared to 10.1% for conventional/internal combustion cars
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Used Car Prices Rise in July, Demand Remains High for Fuel-Efficient Vehicles

Average 1-5-year-old used car price in July is $34,291, up 10.9% from last year
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How Much Have Used Car Prices Risen in Your State?

Average used car price increase by state, used cars with the highest price increases
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The Fastest-Selling New and Used Cars in Today’s Market

Which vehicles were the hottest sellers in June amid a 10.5% Used Car Price Increase
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New and Used Cars Most Likely to Bring Deals in Today’s Market

The slowest-selling new and used cars could bring negotiation opportunities even in today’s market
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Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Demand Skyrockets in Rural America

You Might Be Surprised by Where Alternative Fuel Vehicle Demand is Growing the Fastest
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Used Car Prices Fall in May, Demand Remains High for Fuel-Efficient Vehicles

Average 1-5-year-old used car price in May is $34,199, down from $34,392 in April
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Car Color and Its Effect on Value

Which Colors Help and Hurt a Car's Resale Value?
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The Longest-Lasting Trucks Most Likely To Reach 250,000 Miles

The Ram 3500 leads all trucks, while Toyotas top the midsize and full-size pickup categories
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These Used Cars Have Had the Biggest Price Increases Since 2019

Luxury and performance vehicles had the largest price hikes, while entry-level cars’ prices also rose by over 50%
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What Trim Is My Car? How To Find a Car’s Trim Level

These are the best ways to identify a vehicle’s trim when it’s missing, incorrect, or unclear
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The Most Colorful Car Brands and Models

More than half of Fiats are painted a non-grayscale shade, with the Fiat 500e and Volkswagen ID. Buzz colorful nearly three-quarters of the time
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Cities and States With the Biggest Drop in Used Car Affordability

Used car prices are up nearly 50% in Rhode Island, Utah, Atlanta, Charlotte, and Miami
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America’s Most and Least Colorful Car Markets

Alaska and Cleveland are the most colorful car markets, but black, white, gray, and silver still dominate everywhere
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How To Get a Replacement Window Sticker for Your Car

A missing window sticker doesn’t mean you can’t verify a car’s original price and equipment
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How To Verify Installed Options Before Buying a Used Car

Make sure what the seller says matches the vehicle’s equipment and price
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How To Buy a Used EV: Range, Battery Health and What To Check

A 10-step guide to finding a used electric vehicle that fits your driving needs and budget as gas prices surge
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Window Sticker vs. Build Sheet: What’s the Difference?

What a vehicle originally cost and came with vs. how it was built at the factory
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The 5 Best Free Window Sticker Lookup Tools for Car Shoppers

Where to find free window sticker lookups to easily check a car's original options, price, and more
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What Is a VIN Generator and Why Car Buyers Should Care?

Protect yourself from fake VINs and costly used-car scams to ensure you're buying a legitimate car

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