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Buying a car is a big financial commitment, and how you finance it can significantly affect your long-term budget. Whether you purchase a new or used vehicle, the terms of your auto loan play a key ...

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At the 2008 Detroit auto show, Sara Lacey could not help but notice the barrage of new car terminology introduced to the common car lexicon. Say goodbye to the simple days of “sedan” and “SUV” and say ...

Understanding the difference between a driver-assist feature and a self-driving system is a life-or-death matter. Unfortunately, the terminology used to describe them has devolved into a morass of ...

Well-qualified borrowers can refinance below 5% ...

Understanding the definitions of automotive terminology can help you understand your vehicle better. It will also help with auto service department communication. For starters, here’s some autospeak ...

When your car payment outlasts who was in office when you bought it, you know we’ve entered a troubling era of automotive financing. Remember the time when a four-year car loan felt like forever? In ...

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