There's no question that Americans love their cars. And with auto prices increasing, more of us are using some type of financing to get into the seat and out on the road. It's not just new vehicles, ...

Learn how to compare auto refinance loans to find your best option.

A trade-in is best for a different vehicle, while refinancing might save you money.

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Refinancing a car can have advantages, such as lower monthly payments and reduced interest costs. It can also have downsides, including additional fees, credit score impacts and owing more than the ...

Drivers looking for flexibility in their budget might consider refinancing their car loan - but borrowers should keep in mind that a loan with a lower monthly payment isn't always the best deal. As ...

Average car loan interest rates for excellent credit start at 5.50% for new cars and 6.90% for used cars, based on factors such as your credit score, type of car and whether you’re buying a new or ...

Q2 2025 data shows more drivers taking on $1,000+ monthly car payments for new and used vehicles, with longer loan terms and rising refinancing trends. It’s hardly news that shoppers are paying more ...

That does not mean the vehicles are submerged. In a sense, the drivers are. More than one in four trade-ins had negative equity in the third quarter of 2025, Edmunds reports. In auto industry parlance ...

That does not mean the vehicles are submerged. In a sense, the drivers are. More than one in four trade-ins had negative equity in the third quarter of 2025, Edmunds reports. In auto industry parlance ...

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