Cars

Buying a used car isn't the game of Russian roulette it once was. The Internet gives buyers a better grasp of the market, services such as CarFax have ...

The joy of owning a car often starts as dread when you set foot in the showroom. It isn't hard to see why. You've been coached to ignore the sticker price ...

Here's how to save thousands of dollars on your next car purchase.

If you always have a car payment, you're a good candidate for leasing instead of buying.

The price you negotiate for a car and the interest on your car loan are only part of the cost of owning a new vehicle. Depreciation, taxes and fees, and ...

A guide to our annual best new car values rankings.

Intense competition means that you're in the driver's seat when it's time to negotiate.

Each year, new and redesigned models breathe fresh life into the auto market. For our 2013 model year rankings, Kiplinger's includes a record number of ...

Kiplinger's Best in Class winners top the rankings in each of our 12 categories. The rankings are based on performance, value and safety, as well as driving ...

"Green" is still a red-hot buzzword in the auto industry, with carmakers competing to showcase their commitment to fuel economy. It's not entirely altruistic; ...

An important measure of a vehicle's value -- and appeal -- is what it's expected to be worth three and five years down the road. These figures are the ...

Follow these tips to identify vehicles that have been flooded by Sandy

Used wheels will cost more. Flood damage is an even bigger worry.

As dealers make room for next year's cars and trucks, look for discounts on 2012 models.

Perhaps the first frosts have already coated your windshield, forcing you to dig out the scraper. As you adjust to the coming chill, give a thought to ...

Plug-ins won't be more widely accepted until prices come closer to comparable gas-engine cars.

There a companies that can help you transfer a lease to someone else.

With car makers feeling a bit more flush, expect a wider range of better vehicles.

You get a discount off the sticker price, save on rental-car costs and get a free night's stay at a luxury hotel.

Which vehicle-related add-on do we hate the most? Car-rental insurance.

Aggressive, jerky driving slurps extra fuel—up to 33% more on the highway and 5% more in town.

If you're like most people, you love getting a new car but hate haggling with the dealer. One way to put some fun into car buying is to take advantage ...

In our monthly survey of Kiplinger's readers, we asked which fees were the most bothersome. You told us that travel fees bug you the most, followed by ...

Prices are higher than ever, but we help you get the most for your money.

I'll be online Thurs., May 31 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. ET to answer your questions.

Bargains in used cars are tougher to find. A dip in new-car sales and leases during the Great Recession means fewer three- and four-year-old used cars ...

Most people have a love-hate relationship with car shopping. New wheels are great, but there's always that nagging feeling during the negotiations that ...

In addition to price, car buyers should also factor in the cost of fuel, insurance and repairs when determining which vehicle will cost them the least.

Updated car data from our annual car rankings special report.

You could end up doubling the daily rate unless you just say no at the counter.

Cars are expensive enough, gobbling ever-pricier fuel, but there are times when even automotive skinflints should consider loosening their grip on that ...

The price you negotiate for a car and the interest you pay on the car loan are only part of the cost equation. Insurance, depreciation, taxes and fees, ...

You can get fuel economy without sacrificing style.

A little research can go a long way when it comes to choosing both a car and an insurer.

Looking for a new ride? Find out which new car models top our annual rankings in our live discussion.

Call several dealers in advance to negotiate prices over the phone and get firm offers via e-mail.

Learning the facts could save you a bundle.

Our annual round-up of the best new sedans, sports cars, small, mid-size and large crossovers and wagons.

Our annual round-up of the top Best in Class new car models based on value, performance and safety.

Considering purchasing a green car? Here's what you should know before you hit the dealer's lot.

If fuel economy is high on your list of specs for your new car, a number of technologies can satisfy that need. Which is best for you depends on your other ...

An important measure of a vehicle’s value -- and appeal -- is what it’s expected to be worth three and five years down the road. These figures are ...

Kiplinger's Best in Class winners top our rankings in each of our 12 categories, based on performance, value and safety -- plus driving impressions from ...

Green is still a red-hot buzzword in the auto industry, with carmakers competing to showcase their commitment to fuel savings. It’s not all altruistic; ...

New designs and redesigns bring a breath of fresh air with each new year. Usually you pay a premium for these newly minted models. Not this year, however. ...

Our annual round-up of the top values in fuel-efficient new car models.

Our annual round-up of the Best Resale Value cars, SUVs, crossovers, minivans, sports cars and wagons.

The Malibu LT grabs first place among the 2013 redesigns. It also gets our "Most Improved" award.