Getting your first car is a rite of passage for most people. Having the kind of freedom that a car gives you at a young age is like nothing else, and it's an even bigger deal when you're into cars.

What your trade is really worth, how dealers decide, and how to avoid hurting your own deal.

Like many of you, I had big dreams for my first car when I was growing up. Obviously, it would be rear-wheel drive and manual, because how could it not be? I was a car enthusiast, dammit. Except by ...

For first-time car buyers, one of the most daunting parts of negotiating a good deal right now is interest rates. The average auto loan rate for someone with excellent credit is 5.25%, according to ...

The experience of buying a new car can be exciting and gut-wrenching all at the same time. Heading off to a dealership to explore options and negotiate a deal you're happy with is an endeavor you may ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getting your first car is a rite of passage, one that holds a deep significance in the lives of many. For Melissa Fredericks—known ...

There’s something undeniably romantic about classic cars. Maybe it’s the look, the sound, the smell, or the way they force you to drive with both hands and actual intent. But buying one isn’t like ...

Peter earned a Bachelor of Archeology and Creative Writing from the University of Alabama and has since joined his love of driving and riding with storytelling. His voice is full of southern ...