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AI + Smart Buying

AI vs Human Negotiation Outcomes

AI vs human negotiation outcomes in the US—when buyers use data and scripts vs when they negotiate on gut. What the outcomes show.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Conversion & Decision Support

Car Buying Myths That Cost You Money

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.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Credit Score & Approval

Credit vs Cash Buyers: Who Gets Better Deals?

Credit vs cash buyers who gets better deals in the US—dealers sometimes prefer financing (rate markup); cash can simplify but negotiate OTD first.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Dealer Fees & Add-Ons

Dealer Prep Fees: Real or Fake?

Dealer prep fees real or fake in the US—PDI is real cost but sometimes inflated or already in price; negotiate or refuse.

January 31, 20261 min read
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Dealer Fees & Add-Ons

Extended Warranties: Worth It or Not?

Extended warranties worth it or not in the US—depends on car, price, and coverage; decide before you go and negotiate price.

January 31, 20261 min read
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Trade-Ins & Vehicle Value

How Dealers Manipulate Trade-In Numbers

How dealers manipulate trade-in numbers in the US—bundling, inflating allowance, lowballing value so you negotiate separately.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Negotiation & Dealer Psychology

How Long to Negotiate Before Walking Away

How long should you negotiate a car deal in the US before walking away? When to push one more time and when to leave.

January 31, 20265 min read
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Trade-Ins & Vehicle Value

How Much Dealers Undervalue Trade-Ins

How much dealers undervalue trade-ins in the US—dealers pay below market so they recondition and profit; know market so you negotiate.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Car Pricing & Fair Value

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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