In this column, I mainly focus on buying cars. But there’s another half of the equation, and it’s just as important. The trade-in. Let’s take a look at trading in your old car. Before we get into ...

The Buick Encore GX is a relative newcomer, having debuted for the 2020 model year as a slightly larger, more premium sibling ...

The Nissan Murano has held a unique "near-luxury" position in the midsize, two-row SUV segment for over a decade. In the 2026 ...

Dick and Jane have been driving their Kia Forte sedan ever since they got married 10 years ago. It’s in good condition, but it’s too small for them and their kids, who are getting bigger by the day.

Trading in your car can be quick and convenient, but timing, preparation, and negotiation make all the difference in how much you get. Understanding invoice pricing, market demand, and your vehicle’s ...

An estimated 30.5% of car buyers with a trade-in owe more than it's worth, up 4.2 percentage points from a year ago but still ...

Nearly 30% of new car buyers in late 2025 were underwater on their trade-in loans. The average amount owed on these trade-ins reached a record high of $7,214. This trend is linked to high car prices ...

The Kia Sportage has undergone a dramatic transformation over the last 15 years, evolving from a budget-friendly, boxy ...