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  You probably know that car insurance can help pay for car repairs or part replacements in the case of an accident or other damage. But what if your car gets totaled or stolen? Your auto insurance may cover the cash value of your vehicle prior to the damage or loss, but it won’t necessarily

  Take a wild guess at the state with the most auto repair shops. If you said California, you’d be wrong. Here’s what the data shows. California has the highest number of repair shops, at 20,998, but compared with its population of 39,355,309, the state ranks No. 24. Wyoming has 494 establishments, but with the

  Ready for a new ride? If you’ve weighed the cost of fixing your car versus upgrading and decided you’re looking to sell your car, you could use some help to do everything from figuring out its value to closing the sale. CarMax compiled this step-by-step guide to selling your car yourself to show you how to get

  Choosing the right auto insurance is important for many reasons. From complying with state law to putting yourself in the best financial position, your auto insurance can affect many aspects of your life. Choosing well can lead to peace of mind for years to come. But finding the perfect auto insurance for you may

  Financing a car can be a confusing experience, and it often leads drivers to choose a deal they later regret or overpay on. Refinancing their auto loan has emerged as a way for drivers to get some of that money back each month. The total value of refinanced car loans reached $3.4 billion at

  Riding a motorcycle offers freedom, excitement, and a unique sense of adventure. Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle also comes with significant risks. Motorcycles lack the protective features of cars, leaving riders more vulnerable in a crash. If you’re a motorcyclist — or considering becoming one — you may be wondering how common it is for

  Rain guards are slim, aerodynamic accessories that mount above your vehicle’s side windows. Their main job is to redirect rain, wind, and road debris away from partially open windows, allowing you to let in fresh air—even in bad weather—without soaking your interior or dealing with loud wind noise. They also help reduce window fogging,

  Car ownership consumes a major share of many household budgets. Between loan payments, maintenance, fuel, and auto insurance, the cost of owning and operating a vehicle now averages more than $11,000 per year. Even as U.S. cities and counties increase investment in public transportation, more than 90% of American households own or lease at

  With new car prices averaging $50,000 and inflation squeezing household budgets, more Americans are holding on to their car for longer. Findings from Caribou’s 2026 Car Loan Sentiment Survey of 2,000 U.S. auto loan holders suggest that this decision to stay put raises the financial stakes on loans most borrowers have never revisited. Only

  The best time to buy a used car is in October and November, according to Edmunds sales data and our analysts. That’s the simple answer, but what if you can’t wait until then? Are there other good times to buy a used car? Are prices trending high or low now? There are many factors

  According to a Capital One Auto survey, Generation Z members currently between 18 and 28 years of age accounted for the largest share of first-time car buyers and led in near-term buying. The survey results go on to show young car shoppers typically spend more time looking for a car, visit more dealerships during

  Even in the face of challenging economic conditions and tepid sales, many automakers are forging ahead with all-new products that could help revitalize the market. Coming in the next year or so are dozens of all-new or redesigned vehicles, representing everything from cheap and cheerful EVs to high-dollar supercars. If you’re not absolutely desperate

  Your car, truck, or SUV may not always perform as expected. If your vehicle is sputtering, hesitates when you press on the gas, or feels like there’s insufficient power, your fuel pump may be to blame. The signs of a failing fuel pump are varied, but your driving experience is the best place to

  If you’re looking for a family-friendly SUV but want something a bit more special than what brands like Honda, Toyota, and Kia offer, you might want to consider a used luxury SUV. Two great examples are the 2023 BMW X5 and the 2023 Volvo XC90. Now that they’re a few years old, both of

  We’ve all been there: driving toward a setting sun, squinting through a glare so intense it makes your dashboard hot enough to cook dinner on. Your instinctual response may be, “I should just tint the whole windshield.” However, windshield tinting is a tangled web of legality and permissibility. Unlike side windows, which offer a

  A manufacturer’s warranty covers vehicle repairs for a defined period after you buy. Once that period ends, most owners assume they’re on their own. However, sometimes manufacturers will offer to cover repairs after the warranty period, at no cost or at a discounted rate for the owner. This is called a goodwill repair. LawtonCates

  Imagine this—you’re cruising down the highway on a hot summer afternoon, trailer in tow, when you glance at the dashboard and see the temperature gauge climbing outside its normal range. Maybe you notice a warning light or steam billowing from beneath the hood, urging you to pull over soon before serious damage occurs. Either

  The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 was the most popular new vehicle bought by Capital One customers in the first half of 2026. From January to June 2026, the Silverado 1500 had an average sales price for those customers of $56,259. Here are the top five new vehicles financed by those customers from January to

  Car shows are one of the highlights of the summer season and the warm weather that comes with it, allowing enthusiasts to showcase their labor of love to fellow gearheads. While auto shows should be enjoyed by attendees of all ages, demographics, and walks of life, there are certain unspoken rules of etiquette every

Edmunds reports the best affordable luxury SUVs of 2026, including the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLB, all under $50,000.