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5 Car-Related New Year Resolutions to Drive into a Smooth 2025
A new year signals a chance for a fresh start, and while we’re all setting personal goals, don’t forget about your car! Whether you’re focused on maintaining its peak performance or expanding your collection, these five car-related resolutions will have you cruising into 2025 with ease. From better maintenance routines to the thrill of adding another vehicle to your garage, there’s a goal here for every driver to embrace this year.
How to Prepare Your Car for Trade-In and Maximize Its Value
Thinking of upgrading your car? Doing a trade of your current vehicle is an easy way to lower the cost of your next one. To get the best trade-in value, a little prep goes a long way. A clean, well-maintained car can significantly boost the offer from a dealer. Here’s a quick guide to help you maximize your trade-in value, especially during the busy end-of-year season.
Switch to Snow Tires This Winter—Stay Safe on Icy Roads
As winter approaches, snow, sleet, and ice start to make roads more treacherous. These conditions can create serious hazards for drivers. To navigate challenging winter conditions, pre-winter maintenance is essential. Take proactive steps like changing tires to ensure your safety this season.
Why Now is the Best Time to Buy a Used Vehicle
If you’re considering buying a car, now is an excellent time to explore the used vehicle market. Whether you’re budget-conscious or a first-time buyer looking for value, current conditions offer a prime opportunity for a savvy purchase. Here’s why the used car market is particularly favorable right now and why you should seize this moment.
A New Lease on Life: Getting out of a Car Lease Early
Leasing a car offers flexibility and lower payments, but ending a lease early due to life changes can be difficult and expensive. This guide covers common methods, with pros and cons, to help you make an informed decision.
How to Sell Your Car Without Trading It In
When it’s time to sell your vehicle, trading it in at a dealership isn’t the only option. Whether upgrading or reducing expenses, selling your car privately can often get you a better price. Here’s a guide to help you through the process and maximize your sale.
How to Sell a Car When You Still Have a Loan Payoff Balance
Selling a car with an outstanding loan payoff might seem complicated, but it’s manageable with the right approach. Whether you’re looking to upgrade, reduce expenses, or simply make a change, this guide will walk you through the steps to sell your car smoothly even if you still have a loan payoff balance.
How To Buy a Car with Bad Credit
There may be no universal minimum credit score needed to finance a car, but there can certainly be challenges. How can you leverage your bad credit to get a good loan and get on the road quickly? Here are a few tips on how to buy a car with bad credit.
Navigating Negative Equity – Your Car and Your Finances
Dealing with a negative equity vehicle can be a stressful experience, especially if you’re looking to trade in or sell your car.
What to Consider When Buying a Car
Buying a car is necessary in our current road-driven world, and buying a car seems like a complicated process. Follow our easy tips and cruise through your first-time car-buying journey!
Can You Really Use Your New Car To Build Credit?
Credit can be a major roadblock to prospective buyers. Growing your credit can be a challenge for some, but can you use a car loan to build credit?
Tips for Driving in Heavy Rain this Spring
April showers may eventually bring May flowers, but until that time, heavy rain mainly brings headaches to drivers everywhere. Your vision is compromised, your brakes are slower to respond, and your fellow drivers are more unpredictable. Needless to say, the chances of an accident increase significantly in stormy conditions. That’s why we have your back with these tips for combating the elements this spring. Courtesy of CARMART, here’s how you can keep yourself safe while driving through heavy rain.
CarMart’s Top 5 Tips for New Drivers
If you’re a new driver or have one in the family, CarMart’s list of the top five tips for new drivers is made for you! Keep your new drivers safe, read now.