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Warranty Warning

You must read the fine print on your car warranties.

More for Your Money

There are plenty of great deals on 2010 cars. Here are some of the best bargains.

Secrets of Selling a Used Car

Find out what tricks dealers and car buffs use to help you get top dollar for your vehicle.

Right Time To Buy A Saturn?

Several models are worth a look, as long as you're looking to hold on to the vehicle for the long term.

Crash Tests for Dummies

School yourself on the car tests and learn how to read the results.

How to Find a Deal On a 2009 Car

September is a great time to pick up a bargain on an outgoing model – but this year, you have to look a little harder.

The Payback on Diesels

I put three all-new diesel models through their paces and then applied the <i>Kiplinger’s</i> value test.

Don't Count on Cash for Clunkers

The long-anticipated program launches July 27, but it doesn't benefit very many car buyers

Keep Your Clunker

Don't get swayed by all the new dealer incentives. Bottom line, keep your car.

5 Essential Summer Car-Care Tips

Before hitting the road this summer, make sure your ride is in good condition.

Leasing Is Alive and Well

Despite great deals on new cars, leasing is still popular.

Carmakers Sweeten the Deal

Can you really return the car if you lose your job?

A Tough Call on Hybrids

With cheap gas on every corner, it's harder to justify the premium you pay for a hybrid.

La Dolce Vespa

Is a scooter commute for you?

Best Midsize Sedans

Take a peek at the winners for 2009.

Should You Buy a Detroit Car?

Troubles in Motown are mounting, and that could mean a rough road for purchasers of a Detroit vehicle. My advice: Wait for the dust to settle.

Car Review: Volvo XC70

Family friendly, not flashy

It's All About MPG

A look at the rise of subcompact vehicles.

Real-Life Experiences in a Fantasy Car

Driving a Lamborghini that costs more than the median-priced U.S. home isn't all fun and games.

Hybrids Worth the Price

From a dollars-and-cents perspective, the decision to buy a hybrid is never simple.

Diesel Cleans Up Its Act

The New Models are green, fuel-efficient and may be a better choice than a hybrid.

Junk Your Gas Guzzler?

There's nothing like $100 fill-ups to put your big bruiser on the endangered list.

Save Big on New Cars

The economic slump has many vehicles going for near-invoice prices. Plus, rebates and low-rate financing deals abound.

Guilt-Free SUV?

Hybrid versions of the GMC Yukon and Cheverolet Tahoe get a test drive.

Car Review: Infiniti G37

The affordable BMW fighter

Car Review: Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Great Compromise SUV

Car Review: Cadillac CTS

Cadillac Scores One for the Home Team

Car Review: BMW 535xi

Value, elegance and (unfortunately) iDrive

Car Review: Mazda CX-9

Learning to love a big crossover

Five Myths on Leasing a Car

You can negotiate a smart car lease: here's how.

Detroit's Car Industry Shows Signs of Life

Will Motor City rev its engines for American car buyers?

The Accord Gets Comfy

Honda spins this growth much the way you'd tell a man he hasn't grown heavy, he's now "husky,"

Best Midsize Sedans

The models may look similar, but distinctions in value, power and comfort can be striking.

Dropping the Top on BMW

Safe? That's a given. With the 3-series convertible, you'll also get plenty of power, fun in the sun and not too much wind in your hair.

Best Value in Luxury Cars

The Lexus LS 460 created a buzz because it parks itself. But high style and top quality are the real reasons it is winning buyers' hearts.

What's New With Hybrids

Carmakers are responding to consumers who want more environmentally friendly vehicles.

Finally, Your Real MPG

Fuel economy ratings haven't always lined up with actual drivers' results. Now, new estimates for 2008 will reflect real-world miles per gallon.

ABCs of a Great Car Loan

A few simple strategies will prevent you from being fleeced in the dealer's finance office.

The Lure of the Crossover

These car-like SUVs are filling showrooms and winning drivers' hearts. Here are our favorites for 2007.

Detroit Auto Show: Tech and Environment in the Driver's Seat

Power and speed are no longer the mantra in Motor City. Reporting from Detroit, columnist Mark Solheim names six of the best new concept cars and shows you what to expect for the 2008 model year.

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