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• Current Car Loan Interest Rates

  View current auto loan rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

  2 min read Oct 20, 2021

  

• How to refinance your car loan and when to do it

  Refinancing your auto loan can get you a lower interest rate or lower car payment.

  5 min read Oct 13, 2021

  

• How much does it cost to own a car?

  Maintenance costs, insurance, gas and taxes play a large role in a car’s true cost.

  4 min read Oct 12, 2021

  

• What is an upside-down car loan and how do I get out of it?

  Here’s how to minimize the amount of time you stay with negative equity.

  4 min read Oct 05, 2021

  

• 9 questions to ask before leasing a car

  Asking the right questions can help you get the best deal on your lease.

  6 min read Sep 14, 2021

  

• Refinancing your car loan: 4 things you need to know

  Refinancing could help you score a lower interest rate on your car loan.

  5 min read Sep 02, 2021

  

• Should I get a prepaid car maintenance plan?

  If the dealer pitches prepaid car maintenance, consider the pros and cons.

  2 min read Aug 26, 2021

  

• What are green auto loans?

  Green auto loans promise lower rates for shoppers who buy fuel-efficient cars.

  4 min read Aug 25, 2021

  

• How to get the best auto loan rate

  Shopping around is the best way to compare your options. Here’s what to know.

  4 min read Jul 22, 2021

  

• Auto loan rate forecast for 2021: Rates dip as prices rise

  Auto loan rates are at their lowest since 2015, but prices are expected to climb.

  3 min read Jul 12, 2021