Car Buying Tips, News, and Features
In Pictures: Is Your Car Making You Fat?
With a payload capacity of 1,910 pounds, the Ram 1500 can accommodate passengers of almost any size. It’s a good thing... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Nov. 11, 2010
2011 Chrysler 200 in Pictures
Forget the teasers, Chrysler has officially dropped photos of its all-new sedan (and Sebring replacement), the... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Oct. 13, 2010
Best Cars for Tailgating
Unless you’re from some shantytown five miles south of Podunk, parking lots don't usually call to mind the thought of... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Sep. 14, 2010
Cars That Do Crazy Things
Because of the need to compete, automakers are becoming increasingly innovative, differentiating themselves with... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Sep. 13, 2010
Don't Buy These Cars Just Yet
Imagine spending thousands of dollars on a new car, only to find out later that an even better model will soon be... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Aug. 23, 2010
Best and Worst Used Cars
Call it what you like: used, pre-owned or new-to-you. The fact is, forgoing a brand new car for a slightly older one... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jun. 25, 2010
Are Pickup Trucks Really Dead?
With retro muscle cars and quirky subcompacts hogging the spotlight, many car shoppers may be left wondering, “Whatever... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jun. 16, 2010
Cars With the Most Horsepower Per Dollar
While no one wants to buy a car that’s underpowered, not everyone can afford to drop big bucks on a mighty powertrain... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jun. 1, 2010
8 Great Cars and SUVs for Under $25K
Unless you’ve recently inherited bags of money, buying a luxury car probably isn’t an option. That, however, doesn’t... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi May. 14, 2010
The Mini Car Wars Heat Up
While suburbanites battle over whose giant SUV rules the carpool lane, city dwellers are preparing for a war of their... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Apr. 15, 2010
5 Affordable Cars That Make You Look Rich
You don’t need to mortgage your soul to afford a car that makes you look rich. There are plenty of new cars that look... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Apr. 7, 2010
5 Car Repairs You Can't Afford to Skip
No matter what strange noise your car is making, it almost always turns into the ca-ching of your mechanic's cash... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Mar. 26, 2010
Car Myths That Could Cost You a Bundle
What if a common car myth that you thought to be true was costing you time and money? Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Mar. 19, 2010
What to Buy Instead of a Toyota
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that it may not be the best time to buy a Toyota. With an... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Mar. 1, 2010
Toyota Recalls: How Worried Should You Be?
Toyota, the world’s largest auto manufacturer, has recently come under fire for engineering defects that have... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Feb. 10, 2010
5 Small Car Money Pits
Shopping for a new car on a budget is simple -- just pick the cheapest one that you can afford, right? Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jan. 26, 2010
Best and Worst New Cars for the New Year
Just because a car is brand-new doesn’t mean that it’s a good buy. In fact, many 2010 models suffer from the same woes... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jan. 19, 2010
The Costliest Car-Buying Mistakes
Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, you should never buy a car on impulse. The buying process takes... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jan. 5, 2010
Get These Cars Before They're Gone
The auto market experienced turbulent times in ’09. The national credit crunch forced cash-strapped would-be car buyers... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Dec. 15, 2009
How to Test Drive a Car Like a Pro
Forget catchy slogans and funny car commercials. Buying a new vehicle is never as easy as “Sign then Drive.” Your John... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Nov. 25, 2009
6 Roads to Drive Before You Die
There are better ways to have fun in a car than jumping curbs or racing your buddies from stop light to stop light... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Oct. 14, 2009
5 Best Cars Under $15K
Most people think you get what you pay for. Whereas a $100,000 car is luxurious and prestigious, a $15,000 car must be... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Aug. 7, 2009
5 Cars to Buy Before They're Gone
Unless you've been hiding under a rock for the last year, then you know that the American auto industry is in turmoil... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jun. 22, 2009
5 Great Budget Convertibles
Summer's here and the sun is out in full force, leaving everyone hot and sticky. While the average Joe is melting to... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi May. 26, 2009
Hot Rides for Cool Moms
Being a mom is the hardest and most important job of all. You're a teacher, a doctor, an accountant, and a chauffer all... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi May. 4, 2009
The 5 Most Dangerous Cars for Teens
Correction & clarification: a previous version of the article stated that the Mini Cooper had "better" crash test... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Feb. 23, 2009
Best Cars for Your Zodiac Sign
Have you ever seen an ugly car and thought to yourself, "What on Earth would possess someone to buy that?" The decision... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jan. 14, 2009
Most Fun-to-Drive Cars for the Money
With the economy on the fritz, shoppers are increasingly basing their car buying decisions less on impulse and more on... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Dec. 11, 2008
Pimp Your Ride for Less Than $500
Just because you can't afford to buy a new car doesn't mean that you're doomed to drive an old school clunker for the... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Dec. 9, 2008
How "Affordable" is Your Affordable Small Car?
If you base your car buying decisions on what you pay at the dealer, you're in for a shock. Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Dec. 4, 2008
Best Cars for Tailgate Parties
So long as you're not from some shantytown five miles south of Podunk, parking lots don't usually call to mind the... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Oct. 6, 2008
How to Convert Your Car to a Hybrid
If necessity is the mother of invention, then it should come as no surprise to learn that two Palestinian engineers in... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Aug. 22, 2008
Best and Worst Cars Under $13,000
Still, that doesn't mean that buyers who don't want to spend much will end up with terrible cars. On the other hand, an... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jul. 17, 2008
Best and Worst New Cars Under $13,000
There are a few car-buying assumptions you shouldn't forget: salesmen lie, minivans aren't cool, and you get what you... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi Jun. 20, 2008
10 Affordable Convertibles for Summer
The Ford Mustang has been an automotive icon ever since it was introduced in 1964. With muscle car styling, the 200... Read More »
Nadeem Muaddi May. 6, 2008
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