It’s the Worst Time to Buy a Car — But What If You Have To?
The same thing that happened with toilet paper last year — shortages and panic buying — is now happening with cars. “In my 28 years in the business, I’ve never…
Philip Reed
Philip is an automotive expert who writes a syndicated column for NerdWallet. He has appeared on national TV and radio and once wore a hidden camera for ABC News to show how to haggle for a used car. His passion is helping people save money in their automotive budgets.
Posts by Philip Reed:
Take an Electric Car Road Trip and Leave Anxiety Behind
While the first electric vehicles were great for commuting, their limited range — about 100 miles on a charge — kept them close to home. Now a bumper crop of…
In This Hot Used Car Market, Used Plug-Ins Can Be a Deal
With used car prices soaring and the cost of gas up nearly $1 over last year, a used electric vehicle — either a plug-in hybrid or an all-electric car —…
So You Think You Know How to Start a Car
Has this happened to you? A rental car shuttle van drops you off in a distant corner of a vast parking lot with a key fob but no instructions for…
How to Buy an Electric Car
I recently made a good deal on my third electric car, and it reminded me of how different the process is than shopping for an ordinary gas-powered vehicle. While much…
How to Keep Your Parked Car Road Ready
While you left your car parked for long stretches during the coronavirus lockdown, it might have had some unwelcome visitors: rats, mice, squirrels or even possums. These critters like building…
Buy the Car You Loved in High School (Without Losing Your Shirt)
A few decades late, you’ve finally got the cash to buy the car you coveted in high school. You can picture yourself behind the wheel, finally looking really cool. But…
Can You Still Buy a Used Rental Car at a Bargain?
Will a bargain-priced former rental car become yet another casualty of the pandemic? Rental car companies, which frequently refresh their fleets, have long been a reliable source of reasonably priced…
How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car?
While I commuted in an electric car for six years people often asked me, “How long does it take to charge your EV?” It was a tricky question to answer…
Put the Cap on Gas Prices: 6 Ways to Save at the Pump
Earlier this year, I started using a gas price app and was amazed to find that the cost of fuel in my area varied by 70 cents a gallon. By…
