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Dealership Says “Another Buyer is Coming” — Here’s What to Do
"We've got another buyer coming in an hour." "There's someone else who's very interested in this car." "I need to know if you're serious because we have other offers." Sound familiar? If you've spent any time negotiating at a car dealership, you've probably heard some...
NEVER Answer These 5 Questions at the Dealership (2026 Update)
After 43 years on both sides of the dealership desk, CarEdge co-founder Ray Shefska has seen every negotiation tactic in the book. And here's something most car buyers don't realize: the questions a salesperson asks in the first five minutes can cost you thousands of...
5 Big Mistakes Spring Car Buyers Make, and How to Avoid Them
Whether or not April showers bring May flowers, your tax return could help you buy a car this spring. But before you start spending some serious green on a slick new ride, stop to smell the roses and do your due diligence. Check out these five mistakes spring car...
Toyota RAV4 Markups in 2026: What Dealers Are Charging vs. What You Should Actually Pay
If you've walked into a Toyota dealership recently and asked about a RAV4, you probably felt your stomach drop. The markups on America's best-selling SUV are, frankly, insane right now — and dealers are counting on you not knowing any better. But here's the thing: you...
Car Market Update for Spring 2026: Is It Still a Buyer’s Market?
If you're planning to buy a new or used vehicle this spring, understanding the current state of the car market is essential. With average new car prices hovering near $50,000, used car interest rates exceeding 10%, and wildly different inventory levels across brands...
The Most Reliable Luxury Cars and SUVs in 2026 According to Consumer Reports
Luxury vehicles are packed with features and performance, but not all of them are built to last. In fact, luxury models tend to rank lower for reliability than their more affordable counterparts. That doesn’t quite make sense, does it? Often, the saying ‘you get what...
Finance & Insurance
NEVER Answer These 5 Questions at the Dealership (2026 Update)
After 43 years on both sides of the dealership desk, CarEdge co-founder Ray Shefska has seen every negotiation tactic in the book. And here's something most car buyers don't realize: the questions a salesperson asks in the first five minutes can cost you thousands of...
5 Big Mistakes Spring Car Buyers Make, and How to Avoid Them
Whether or not April showers bring May flowers, your tax return could help you buy a car this spring. But before you start spending some serious green on a slick new ride, stop to smell the roses and do your due diligence. Check out these five mistakes spring car...
The Auto Loan Crisis Just Hit a 32-Year Record: What It Means for Car Prices
The numbers are in, and they're alarming. Subprime auto loan delinquencies have reached their highest level in 32 years — a record stretching all the way back to January 1994. According to data published by Fitch and analyzed by industry expert Bill Ploog, the January...
3 Used Car Horror Stories That Could Happen to Anyone
Drivers are increasingly getting pushed into the used market. In January, the average transaction price (ATP) for a new vehicle was $49,191, a 1.9% year-over-year increase and an all-time high for January. Adding to the pain, automakers lowered sales incentives last...
Every Zero Percent Financing Offer For February 2026
In a clear sign that we've entered a strong buyer's market, 0% APR financing offers are more abundant than at any point in at least the last few years. In February 2026, there are 26 offers of zero-percent financing. Why agree to today's typical 6-8% APR rate when...
Every Cyber Monday 0% APR Offer [2025]
Cyber Monday marks a turning point in year-end car sales. Most November deals last through December 1, meaning that Cyber Monday is your last chance to take advantage of today's best incentives. But on the other hand, fresh sales will arrive this week. If you see the...
Car Buying
Dealership Says “Another Buyer is Coming” — Here’s What to Do
"We've got another buyer coming in an hour." "There's someone else who's very interested in this car." "I need to know if you're serious because we have other offers." Sound familiar? If you've spent any time negotiating at a car dealership, you've probably heard some...
Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs — What It Means for Car Prices
On Friday, February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority when imposing sweeping global tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). That decision immediately reshapes U.S. trade policy, and it has...
NEVER Answer These 5 Questions at the Dealership (2026 Update)
After 43 years on both sides of the dealership desk, CarEdge co-founder Ray Shefska has seen every negotiation tactic in the book. And here's something most car buyers don't realize: the questions a salesperson asks in the first five minutes can cost you thousands of...
5 Big Mistakes Spring Car Buyers Make, and How to Avoid Them
Whether or not April showers bring May flowers, your tax return could help you buy a car this spring. But before you start spending some serious green on a slick new ride, stop to smell the roses and do your due diligence. Check out these five mistakes spring car...
Toyota RAV4 Markups in 2026: What Dealers Are Charging vs. What You Should Actually Pay
If you've walked into a Toyota dealership recently and asked about a RAV4, you probably felt your stomach drop. The markups on America's best-selling SUV are, frankly, insane right now — and dealers are counting on you not knowing any better. But here's the thing: you...
Car Market Update for Spring 2026: Is It Still a Buyer’s Market?
If you're planning to buy a new or used vehicle this spring, understanding the current state of the car market is essential. With average new car prices hovering near $50,000, used car interest rates exceeding 10%, and wildly different inventory levels across brands...
