Buying or Leasing a Car
If you are thinking about buying a new or used car or leasing a car, start here. You'll find information on negotiating with car dealers, avoiding scams, getting the best deal on car insurance, and what to do if you buy a lemon. You’ll also find useful information on sharing ownership and use of a car with a neighbor or friend, joining or starting a carsharing club, and starting a carpool.
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Don't put up with being patronized, ignored, or ripped off!
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How to understand the dealer's responsibilities.
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Automobile Service Contracts: Are They Worth it?
Be wary of expensive service contracts, especially as companies manufacture more reliable cars.
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If you get stuck with a real lemon, the law can help.
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Buying a New Car and Trading In Your Old One
Want a good deal on a new car? Planning on trading in your old car? Do your homework and learn how to negotiate.
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Buying a Used Car: What You Need to Know
If you're in the market for a used car, here's what you need to know to get a reliable vehicle at a good price.
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Gap Insurance for Your Car: Do You Need It?
Some people can benefit from a special kind of car insurance, called gap protection.
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What Kind of Car Insurance Do I Need?
Some types of car insurance are mandatory, others are optional.
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Get information about the different types of automobile insurance coverage you can buy.
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Learn what's covered if you damage another vehicle while driving a borrowed car.
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Car Insurance: Factors That Affect Your Premiums
Different factors affect how much you'll pay for car insurance. You can control some factors, but not others.
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Renting a Car: What You Need to Know
Learn basic information about renting a car before you show up at the rental counter.
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Can I cancel a contract within three days of signing it?
Federal and state laws allow people to cancel certain kinds of contracts.
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Here are different ways you can co-own and use a shared car.
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How to Prepare a Carsharing Agreement
Use this carsharing agreement to spell out details, such as use and splitting costs, when you co-own or share a car.
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The Basics of Carsharing Programs
Learn about joining an established carsharing program or starting your own.
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