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AI vs human negotiation outcomes in the US—when buyers use data and scripts vs when they negotiate on gut. What the outcomes show.
Car buying myths that cost you money in the US—payment focus, 'best price today,' and 'you have to negotiate'—and the truth so you don't overpay.
Credit vs cash buyers who gets better deals in the US—dealers sometimes prefer financing (rate markup); cash can simplify but negotiate OTD first.
Dealer prep fees real or fake in the US—PDI is real cost but sometimes inflated or already in price; negotiate or refuse.
Extended warranties worth it or not in the US—depends on car, price, and coverage; decide before you go and negotiate price.
How dealers manipulate trade-in numbers in the US—bundling, inflating allowance, lowballing value so you negotiate separately.
How long should you negotiate a car deal in the US before walking away? When to push one more time and when to leave.
How much dealers undervalue trade-ins in the US—dealers pay below market so they recondition and profit; know market so you negotiate.
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.