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Autos: Buying and Leasing New Cars, Auto Insurance, Car Repairs

Autos

SmartMoney Magazine
They may look nice, but do they do the job? Why bumpers are more delicate than ever.
Worksheets
Our new worksheet will tell you if it's time to trade in your SUV.
Which is the better auto deal? Crunch the numbers in our new worksheet to find out.
We'll help you determine how different variables — like the residual value as well as your interest rate and down payment — affect your payments.
Find out how much that lease really costs, and then head to the car lot empowered.
The answer depends, in part, on how much cash you have on hand, and whether you'd get better returns investing that money elsewhere.
New Car Reviews
This baby BMW may be the runt of the litter, but is it worth the price?
With fuel prices up, small is the next big thing. We look at the tiny ForTWo.
Saab's redesigned 9-3 sport sedan could use a little more vigor.
Luxury crossovers flaunt their tech goodies, but what about their MPGs?
The 2008 Cadillac CTS offers more proof that General Motors may be back in the game.
When it comes to "entry luxury," the new Mercedes C-Class is in the thick of the race.
Three new crossovers from GM are luring families away from minivans and SUVs.
Insurance
Whether you drive like Mario Andretti or Mr. Magoo, you can get auto insurance. Here are your resources.
These six simple moves could save you hundreds — or even thousands of dollars — on your auto insurance. Really.
With so many different policies to choose from, it's easy to get confused.
Ownership and Repairs
Infrared beams. Thermal imaging. It's a brave new world of auto safety; proceed with caution.
Your mechanic does not want you to read this article.
Nobody likes to drive away from the repair shop feeling like a sucker.
We've got five ways to save on your car expenses, from negotiating with a dealer to cutting your gas bills.
Collectible cars have surged in value recently. Here's how to invest without becoming roadkill.
Car-sharing offers a cheap and convenient way to have a car without actually owning one.
   From Vehix.com

Buying
Take a sneak peek at the sleeker, more fuel-efficient next generation of hybrid cars.
Not all auto maker incentives are created equal. Here's how to land the best deal.
As many as 30% of car buyers now make their purchases online. Here's why it makes so much sense.
It can be a great way to get behind the wheel of a gently used vehicle. But you need to know what to watch out for.
Find the best auto loan rates offered in your home town.
We'll tell you how to save big money — wihout driving off in a clunker.
Selling
How to quickly unload your gas guzzler without taking too much of a financial hit.
Used-car Web sites expose listings to millions of potential buyers. Here's how to close the deal.
Leasing
It takes some research, but it's possible to lease a car without getting ripped off. Here are all the tools you need.
New web sites allow you do what was once impossible: get out of your auto lease.
Wait! Before you sign that contract, read this. We'll tell you some of the most common ways that dealers jigger leases in their favor.
Before you stride onto the showroom floor, here's what information you need to gather to be a killer negotiator.
Make sure you're familiar with this terminology before heading into the showroom.

 
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