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June 4, 2013

Why Hybrids Make Sense

They retain more of their original value and often have lower maintenance costs than their nonhybrid counterparts.

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April 24, 2013

Deals Available on Used Cars

More trade-ins are hitting the market, and prices are edging down.

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April 8, 2013

Cheapest Cars to Own, 2013

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.

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March 5, 2013

Smart Reasons to Lease Your Next Car

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

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October 2012

5 New Electric Vehicles Worth a Look

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

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August 2012

Get a New Car Using a European
Delivery Program

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

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July 2012

Your Fuel Mileage May Vary -- And Here's Why

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

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June 2012

Get the Best Deal on a Used Car

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

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May 30, 2012

Live Chat with Jessica Anderson: Getting the Best Deal on a Used Car

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

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May 2012

Cheapest Cars to Own

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.

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February 2012

How to Handle Car Dealers

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

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October 31, 2012

Five Myths About Leasing a Car

Learning the facts could save you a bundle.

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January 2013

4 Family Sedans Get an Update

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

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December 2012

When Should Elderly Drivers Hang Up the Car Keys?

States sidestep the issue, so it's up to families to act when a loved one is no longer a safe driver.

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December 2011

Automakers Drop Prices on 2012 Car Models to Help Boost Sales

Most Toyota Camry models will be cheaper in the new year, with savings up to $1,150 for the hybrid.

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November 2011

How to Use a Car-Buying Service to Find Deals on New Cars

The best prices often come from services that will do the haggling for you for a fee.

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October 2011

Data-Tracking Technology Can Help Lower Your Car Insurance

Technology lets you get a break on insurance premiums based on how you actually drive.

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September 2011

Green Cars Make Cents

Although the Volt and Leaf have stratospheric sticker prices, both have pretty low ownership costs.

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July 5, 2011

10 Features Your Car Will Have by 2020

From social media apps to night vision, find which cool features your car will have in almost 10 years from now.

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May 2011

Auto Safety Gets a Makeover

When every car gets five stars it's hard to know which are safest. So the feds are raising the bar.

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April 2011

Get the Best for Less

The BMW 750i is a driver's dream. But Hyundai's new superluxury sedan, the Equus, is a value.

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February 2011

Electric Reality Check

Waiting lists for the Volt and Leaf are long, and early sales are confined to a few areas.

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January 2011

How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off for Auto Repairs

Nine in ten women believe they are treated differently at auto-repair shops than men are.

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December 2010

Less-Distracted Driving

Cell-phone bans haven’t reduced crashes because drivers keep using their phones even when it’s illegal.

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November 17, 2010

Drive Time Review: Porsche Panamera

The four-door Porsche is a hit after all, and for 2011 it gets a $15,000 price cut.

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November 10, 2010

Best Car for Your Teen

We pick our favorite new car for young drivers.

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November 2010

It's a Good Time to Lease

Even nonluxury brands are promoting leases. You can lease a Honda Fit for $210 a month.

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September 23, 2010

5 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Car

Show your car some love and skip the new-car payments.

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September 22, 2010

More for Your Money

Carmakers have introduced a fresh marketing strategy to attract your business: lower sticker prices.

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September 2010

A Green Car for Every Driver

Which fuel-efficient vehicle is right for you? That depends on how and where you drive.

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August 2010

Safety Worth the Cost

Your next new car could come with safety features once only dreamed of by science-fiction writers.

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July 2010

The Price of Saving Fuel

Measure the five-year ownership costs to see whether it really pays to buy a green vehicle.

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June 25, 2010

Deep Discounts on Four 2010 Models

Great bargains on these soon-to-be-retired 2010 cars will remain until they're sold out.

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May 2010

In Search of the Real Dealer Cost

Knowledge will give you the power to drive a good deal.

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April 2010

Drive Time: Don't Count Out Toyota

If you're thinking about buying a Toyota, contrarian as it sounds, the time to act is now.

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March 12, 2010

2011 Hyundai Sonata: Raising the Bar

Hyundai’s sixth-generation family sedan is a head-turner -- and a better value than its competitors.

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February 10, 2010

Should You Buy a Toyota?

The recalled models are being repaired, but prices are softening -- creating tempting bargains.

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February 5, 2010

GM’s Greenest Car Yet

Come along on our test drive of the 2011 Chevrolet Volt.

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February 2010

Best Apps for Autos

See which car gadgets can make your drive a whole lot easier.

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January 2010

Used-Car Sweet Spots

The prices of used cars now reflect what they are actually worth.

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December 15, 2009

Best 2009 Year-End Car Deals

You’ve seen the ads on TV. Now see where the biggest savings really are.

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December 2009

Extended-Warranty Warning

You must read the fine print on your car warranties.

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November 2009

Mailbag: Understanding Car Leasing Interest

Drive Time Columnist, Jessica Anderson answers your questions on deceased lesees, sales tax deductions and a Honda diesel.

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October 29, 2009

Secrets of Selling a Used Car

Find out what tricks dealers and car buffs use to help you get top dollar for your vehicle.

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October 2009

Right Time To Buy A Saturn?

Several models are worth a look, as long as you're looking to hold on to the vehicle for the long term.

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October 2009

Crash Tests for Dummies

School yourself on the car tests and learn how to read the results.

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September 2009

How to Find a Deal On a 2009 Car

September is a great time to pick up a bargain on an outgoing model – but this year, you have to look a little harder.

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August 2009

The Payback on Diesels

I put three all-new diesel models through their paces and then applied the <i>Kiplinger’s</i> value test.

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June 18, 2009

Don't Count on Cash for Clunkers

The long-anticipated program launches July 27, but it doesn't benefit very many car buyers

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June 2009

Keep Your Clunker

Don't get swayed by all the new dealer incentives. Bottom line, keep your car.

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May 20, 2009

5 Essential Summer Car-Care Tips

Before hitting the road this summer, make sure your ride is in good condition.

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May 2009

Leasing Is Alive and Well

Despite great deals on new cars, leasing is still popular.

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April 8, 2009

Carmakers Sweeten the Deal

Can you really return the car if you lose your job?

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March 16, 2009

A Tough Call on Hybrids

With cheap gas on every corner, it's harder to justify the premium you pay for a hybrid.

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February 2009

La Dolce Vespa

Is a scooter commute for you?

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January 2009

Mini Review: 2009 BMW 335d

Drive Time writer Jessica Anderson TKTKTKTKTKTK

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January 2009

Best Midsize Sedans

Take a peek at the winners for 2009.

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November 24, 2008

Should You Buy a Detroit Car?

Troubles in Motown are mounting, and that could mean a rough road for purchasers of a Detroit vehicle. My advice: Wait for the dust to settle.

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November 4, 2008

Car Review: Volvo XC70

Family friendly, not flashy

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October 3, 2008

It's All About MPG

A look at the rise of subcompact vehicles.

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September 19, 2008

Real-Life Experiences in a Fantasy Car

Driving a Lamborghini that costs more than the median-priced U.S. home isn't all fun and games.

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September 1, 2008

Hybrids Worth the Price

From a dollars-and-cents perspective, the decision to buy a hybrid is never simple.

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September 2008

Diesel Cleans Up Its Act

The New Models are green, fuel-efficient and may be a better choice than a hybrid.

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August 2008

Junk Your Gas Guzzler?

There's nothing like $100 fill-ups to put your big bruiser on the endangered list.

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June 2008

Save Big on New Cars

The economic slump has many vehicles going for near-invoice prices. Plus, rebates and low-rate financing deals abound.

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April 2008

Guilt-Free SUV?

Hybrid versions of the GMC Yukon and Cheverolet Tahoe get a test drive.

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March 21, 2008

Car Review: Infiniti G37

The affordable BMW fighter

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March 15, 2008

Car Review: Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Great Compromise SUV

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February 27, 2008

Car Review: Cadillac CTS

Cadillac Scores One for the Home Team

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February 15, 2008

Car Review: BMW 535xi

Value, elegance and (unfortunately) iDrive

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February 2, 2008

Car Review: Mazda CX-9

Learning to love a big crossover

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January 2008

Detroit's Car Industry Shows Signs of Life

Will Motor City rev its engines for American car buyers?

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December 2007

The Accord Gets Comfy

Honda spins this growth much the way you'd tell a man he hasn't grown heavy, he's now "husky,"

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June 1, 2007

Dropping the Top on BMW

Safe? That's a given. With the 3-series convertible, you'll also get plenty of power, fun in the sun and not too much wind in your hair.

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June 2007

Best Value in Luxury Cars

The Lexus LS 460 created a buzz because it parks itself. But high style and top quality are the real reasons it is winning buyers' hearts.

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May 2007

What's New With Hybrids

Carmakers are responding to consumers who want more environmentally friendly vehicles.

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March 2007

Finally, Your Real MPG

Fuel economy ratings haven't always lined up with actual drivers' results. Now, new estimates for 2008 will reflect real-world miles per gallon.

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February 2007

ABCs of a Great Car Loan

A few simple strategies will prevent you from being fleeced in the dealer's finance office.

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January 18, 2007

The Lure of the Crossover

These car-like SUVs are filling showrooms and winning drivers' hearts. Here are our favorites for 2007.

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January 9, 2007

Detroit Auto Show: Tech and Environment in the Driver's Seat

Power and speed are no longer the mantra in Motor City. Reporting from Detroit, columnist Mark Solheim names six of the best new concept cars and shows you what to expect for the 2008 model year.

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January 2007

Street Smarts for Teen Drivers

To encourage save driving, consider adding an emergency-maneuvers driving course to your teen's training.

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November 3, 2006

Hate to Haggle? Here's Help

If you don't want to pay sticker price for a new car but hate to negotiate, there are services that can snag a deal for you.

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September 8, 2006

Dodge's New Compact Has Bite

The entry-level Caliber ain't got a Hemi, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. It's still bigger and delivers more power than its cutesy Asian counterparts.

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July 14, 2006

Not Your Boomers' SUVs

The Acura RDX and Toyota FJ Cruiser are aimed at young men who want style, performance and utility.

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June 16, 2006

Toyota's Latest: A Car of Compromises

The price and gas mileage of the new Yaris might be right, but this mini mobile lacks in style and amenities.

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May 19, 2006

Two Segment-Busting Six-Seaters

Mazda's and Mercedes-Benz's latest offerings that are neither SUV nor minivan aren't flying off dealers' lots, but they're worth a look.

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April 21, 2006

A Supersized SUV That's Hard to Hate

The new Cadillac Escalade won't help save the planet or save you money at the gas pump. But it will carry eight people in a comfortable and stylish ride.

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March 17, 2006

A Mean, Green Machine

The Lexus GS 450h is not a tree-hugger hybrid. The electric motor in this luxury sedan is meant to maximize performance, not fuel efficiency.

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February 10, 2006

Fill 'er up With Ethanol?

President Bush is pushing a new type of ethanol as the antidote to Americans' addiction to oil. But don't expect to see it at your local gas station any time soon.

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January 13, 2006

A New Car That's Not Really New

Ford's latest crossover SUV hybrid, the Mercury Mariner Hybrid, has little to distinguish it from the Escape. So is the higher sticker price worth it?

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