Expert advice to help you make smarter car buying decisions. From budget planning to ownership costs, we've got you covered.
Showing 9 articles matching your filters
Car depreciation calculator explained for the US—how it works, what it shows, and how to use it so you see true cost.
Car loan amortization explained for the US—how principal and interest are paid over the term so you see true cost.
Car payment calculator mistakes in the US—forgetting tax/fees, using payment-first; use OTD first then payment calculator so you see true cost.
Hidden costs in car leases most people miss in the US—acquisition, disposition, mileage, wear-and-tear so you see true cost.
How interest rates affect true ownership cost in the US—APR and total interest over the loan so you see true cost.
How much interest you'll pay over a car loan in the US—APR, term, and total interest so you see true cost.
How much is this car really costing me in the US—OTD plus 5-year total cost; use OTD calculator and total cost of ownership so you see true cost.
Mileage limits how leases really penalize you in the US—overage fees and true cost so you know what you pay.
Rolling negative equity into a new loan in the US—increases loan amount and payment; use calculator so you see true cost.