Our favorite car trends
Learn about the most interesting car trends we’ve seen.
How to Buy a Used Car: From Online to the Lot
Ready to shop for your next used car? Starting online research and finishing your shopping journey in the store is becoming the modern way to buy a car. We've gathered smart strategies and expert advice you'll need to transition seamlessly between your living room and the lot .
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Thu, Sep 21, 2023
Modern Driver Assist Features that Didn’t Exist the Last Time You Bought a Car: Latest ADAS Tech Explained
The past decade has seen a revolution in the availability of driver-assist technologies that help make the task of driving easier. We take a close look at the most common systems and explain how they work and why you might want them in your next car.
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Tue, Sep 12, 2023
What Happens When an Electric Car Battery Runs Out of Charge
Electric cars have a lot of things going for them, but some people are reluctant to buy one because of range anxiety, that is, the fear of the battery going dead. But what REALLY happens when the battery on an EV dies? We answer that question, along with a few others.
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Tue, Aug 29, 2023
Are Stick Shifts Making a Comeback?
Consumer interest in used manual transmission vehicles has increased. In this article, we dig into CarMax data to see consumer behavior around manual vehicles – uncovering everything from sales trends, price differences over time, popular used stick shift vehicles, and more.
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Mon, Aug 28, 2023
How to Identify and Avoid Flood Damaged Cars
Curious about how to figure out if a car is flood-damaged? We've got you covered with tips for visual inspections, using your nose, & checking documentation. Find out all you need to make a smart decision, whether you live in a flood-prone area or not.
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Thu, Aug 24, 2023
What Is a Hybrid?
We take a look at what a hybrid it is, how the vehicles have changed, and why they might be a good choice for you.
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Tue, Aug 15, 2023
Electric Cars vs. Gas Cars: What's the Difference?
Get the A to Z on EV vs. Gas: How do they compare when it comes to cost, maintenance, emissions, driving, convenience, and more? If you’re wondering how electric cars are different from gas cars, we’ve got you covered.
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Tue, Aug 1, 2023
Electric Cars with the Longest Range
Electric cars, trucks and SUVs have more range than ever. But which electric vehicles have the most range and how is that range measured before a vehicle ends up on a lot? Check out this list to find out.
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Tue, Jun 20, 2023
Changes to Car Safety Ratings
Learn about how NHTSA and IIHS car crash safety tests have changed over the past 10 years and what to consider as you research used cars.
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Wed, May 24, 2023
Spring 2023 CarMax Electric Vehicle Consumer Report
Consumer interest in used electric vehicles continues to rise. In this article, we dig into CarMax data to see consumer behavior around electric vehicles - uncovering everything from popular used electric vehicles, average prices, common trade-ins, and more.
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Mon, Apr 24, 2023
Car Titles Explained
Looking to explore the different types of car titles while you’re shopping for a used car? We cover all your questions to help take the guesswork out of car titles.
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Thu, Apr 13, 2023
Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, Electric Vehicle: What's the Difference?
Defining hybrid, plug-in hybrid, fuel cell, and battery electric vehicles while presenting what differentiates them from each other as well as some pros and cons for each vehicle type.
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Tue, Apr 11, 2023