Buying older used car models can save drivers big bucks. The question is, how old is too old for a used vehicle? Is there a definitive age cutoff when it comes to buying a reliable used car model?

My father had two expressions when it came to used cars: “Never buy a used car from a friend or neighbor,” and, “If you couldn’t afford it when it was new, you can’t afford it used.” It was a ...

The average sales price of a three-year-old used car in America surpassed $30K for the first time since 2023. The average age of used cars returning to dealerships has gone up, attributable to the low ...

It can be hard to let go of your current vehicle. Maybe you don't have the cash to get a new car, or you're sentimental and want to hold on to it. Or perhaps you think that there's no reason to get a ...

We’ve all been there: Your cars in the shop — again — and the estimate makes you cringe. While repairing an older car is often cheaper than buying a new one, there can come a tipping point when you ...

Average transaction prices for new vehicles remain stubbornly high. The average age of vehicles on U.S. roads is close to 13 years. When it comes to whether to buy a new car or fix your current ride, ...

A buyer with $20,000 looking for a late model used car will have a hard time finding one. The average list price for a used 3-year-old vehicle is now $32,600, up nearly $9,500 since 2019. Some tips in ...

In just a little more than a century, the automobile has evolved from a niche invention to a practical requirement. In 2025, there are an estimated 1.64 billion cars in the world, roughly one for ...

It’s no secret that today’s cars are designed with far more safety in mind than the ones our parents grew up with, but the difference becomes striking when the two are go head-to-head. German testing ...