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Are Online Car Prices More Accurate Than Dealership Prices?

Compare online car prices vs dealership prices in the US—which are more accurate, when to trust them, and how to use both when buying.

January 31, 20264 min read
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Best Time of Year to Buy a Car for the Lowest Price

When is the best time of year to buy a car in the US for the lowest price? Season, model year, and incentives—what the data suggests.

January 31, 20264 min read
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Dealer Invoice Price vs MSRP Explained

Understand dealer invoice vs MSRP in the US—what they mean, how they differ, and why neither alone defines a fair new car price.

January 31, 20265 min read
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Dealer Price vs Market Price What's the Difference

Dealer price and market price are not the same in the US. Learn the difference—MSRP, invoice, asking price, and what you should actually pay.

January 31, 20266 min read
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End-of-Month Car Deals Myth or Reality

Are end-of-month car deals real in the US? Learn when dealers have more room to move and how to use timing without falling for myths.

January 31, 20265 min read
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How Dealers Mark Up Cars (And How to Beat It)

Learn how dealers mark up new and used cars in the US—MSRP, market adjustments, add-ons, and how to avoid overpaying.

January 31, 20264 min read
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How Inflation Is Changing Car Prices

How inflation is affecting car prices in the US—new and used, interest rates, and what buyers can do to protect themselves.

January 31, 20264 min read
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How Much Room Is There to Negotiate a Car Price?

Learn how much negotiation room exists on new and used cars in the US—by segment, market, and how to find out before you make an offer.

January 31, 20265 min read
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How Timing Affects Car Prices

Learn how timing affects car prices in the US—season, month, model year, and inventory—and when to buy or sell for better deals.

January 31, 20264 min read
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