Personal Finance Advice and Commentary

Wednesday, February 06, 2013 6:05 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

More people buying a car this year means more car salesmen that are new on the job, according to a Chase study.

Saturday, February 02, 2013 6:05 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

Car shoppers consider more car models before buying that ever before, according to the 2013 J.D. Power Avoider Study.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012 7:05 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

Car shoppers are more satisfied with the sales experience — even when they walk away from buying a car.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012 6:05 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

Black Friday is a great time to get a new car deal, though it’s only slightly better than any other day through the rest of the year.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012 6:05 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

As new-car purchases have been rising, so has consumer loyalty to auto brands.

Saturday, September 15, 2012 6:00 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

While car sales are up substantially over 2011, sales of hybrid cars are the fastest-growing segment.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012 6:00 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

While car sales are up substantially over 2011, sales of hybrid cars are the fastest-growing segment.

Saturday, September 01, 2012 6:00 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

New fuel-economy standards mean improved mpg in all cars but will also add to the cost.

Wednesday, August 08, 2012 6:00 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

The largest single model-year survey of automotive owners rates the top cars using 15 criteria.

Wednesday, August 01, 2012 6:00 am
By Tara Baukus Mello · Bankrate.com

Car buyers who replace their cars with a smaller model don’t feel they compromised their purchase.

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