How to Buy a Beater: 5 Tips for Bargain-Basement Used-Car Shoppers Should I Buy a New or Used Car? Things to Check Outside the Car Your test drive shouldn’t end as soon as you stop the car.

Car shoppers can take control of the buying process by finding the right car salesperson. Here's how to vet your salesperson.

A well-planned test drive is a key step in the car-buying process. Here’s the best approach to test driving a car.

As Jalopnik’s resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I’ve decided to pick a few questions and try to help out. This week we are discussing ...

Kelley Blue Book How to test drive a car: Your complete checklist A test drive is your chance to determine if a vehicle fits your lifestyle, performs well, and if it is worthy of a major expense.

An inspection before buying a used car can help you spot problems and determine the vehicle's reliability. CR also offers advice on seeking a pro inspection.

You’re ready for a used car test drive. You’ve done your research, narrowed your list down and honed it to perhaps just a few cars. Now it’s time to take that car out for a spin. In addition ...

If you might end up living with the car, the test drive is the opportune time to see if it works for you.