
Auto Deals and Incentives: What to Know
Carmakers offer incentives to entice you to buy or lease their brand. These auto deals, like cash rebates or special financing, can save you money.


What’s the Average Car Loan Length?
Your car loan term is the length of time you have to repay the loan. The average car loan term is close to six years, but a wide range of terms are available.


What Is an Auto Loan Grace Period?
A car loan grace period can enable you to pay after the due date without penalties.


What Is a Captive Auto Lender?
Know the pros and cons of choosing captive auto loan financing.


Can’t Get a Car Loan? You Still Might Have Other Options
From learning why your loan was denied to using special car-buying programs, here are suggestions when you can’t get a car loan.


Auto Loan Debt Relief: Know Your Options
Auto loan relief includes various approaches to managing and reducing auto loan debt.


What Is a Car Warranty?
Car warranties can reduce the cost of expensive repairs, and they’re included with most new cars. Here’s what the most common ones cover.


Buying a Car With No Down Payment
It’s possible to buy a car with zero down payment, but weigh the pros and cons.


NerdWallet’s Guide to Buying a Car
We break down everything you need to know about buying a new or used car.


How to Negotiate Car Prices
Negotiating car prices can be daunting. Doing your research and knowing what you can afford before going to a dealership can help level the playing field.


Auto Loan Delinquency: What It Is and How to Avoid It
Know when late car payments become delinquent and what to do before reaching that point.


Should I Buy an Electric Car?
Buying an electric car can result in lower ownership costs, but electric vehicle (EV) owners might experience growing pains, too.


When Is the Best Time to Buy a Car?
Knowing the best time to buy a car can help you save with greater discounts and incentives.


Carfax vs. AutoCheck: Which Vehicle History Report is Better?
Both sources offer trustworthy and in-depth vehicle history reports, but it depends on how much money you want to spend and what details are important to you.


Auto Loan Hardship Programs: What To Know
Some lenders offer assistance such as payment plans or deferments that can help consumers struggling to make their monthly car payments.


Vehicle History Report Scams and How to Avoid Them
Knowing these vehicle history report scams can help keep your money and your identity safe.


How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car?
Charging an EV can take a half hour — or more than a day — depending on the type of vehicle and charger you use.


Can I Refinance an Auto Loan With Bad Credit?
It’s possible to refinance a car loan when you have bad credit. Here's how to know if it might make sense for you.


What Does MSRP Mean?
A vehicle's MSRP or manufacturer's suggested retail price can help you estimate what's fair to pay when buying a car.


What Is a Reconditioning Fee on a Used Car?
Used-car dealers may charge you a reconditioning fee to cover their costs of getting cars ready for sale.
