Cars & Transportation
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If an extra vehicle is gathering dust in your driveway, donating it to charity lets you skip the hassle of selling it and may land you a tax deduction. But it’s crucial to follow these steps to ensure the charity gets the most it can from the car — and you get the biggest tax deduction possible.
American Airlines AAdvantage is one of the best travel loyalty programs around. If you regularly fly with American Airlines or any of its oneworld alliance partner airlines, AAdvantage miles can help you save real money on your next vacation or business trip. You must earn those miles first, of course. Fortunately, with so many ways
With used car prices higher than they’ve ever been, millions of leased-vehicle drivers are asking themselves the same question: Should I buy out my lease? There are several reasons buying your car at lease end is a good idea, though there are also times when it isn’t. Fortunately, the process is relatively simple. Your dealer
With car subscription services, you pay a monthly fee and get the use of a car on a short-term basis. In most cases, your monthly fee also covers expenses such as insurance and maintenance, making your car hassle-free. How does a car subscription service work, and is it right for you? Find out here.
GasBuddy is a one-stop resource for drivers looking to reduce commuting costs and find cheap fuel faster. Here’s what you need to know to get the most out of this popular app.
If you’re having trouble paying your car loan, you have options. You can get out of a loan legally and with minimal damage to your credit by paying off the loan, refinancing it, selling or trading in your car, or even voluntarily surrendering the vehicle.
Refinancing your current car loan can reduce your monthly payment, lower your interest rate, or shorten the loan term for a faster payoff. You might be able to save money in the long run and reach other financial goals sooner. But before you call a lender, follow these steps to ensure you get the best deal possible.
If you know what you’re doing, you can save a lot of money by using airline miles and points. But you have to know how to use them the right way — and earn them efficiently. Follow these tips and tricks to make the most out of your travel loyalty currency.
Car loan payments and auto insurance are significant expenses for most households. Caribou helps you save money on both by offering refinancing on auto loans and helping you find more affordable car insurance. Learn about Caribou and whether it can help you save on your vehicle ownership costs.
It’s a weekday afternoon, and you’re dropping off your car at the mechanic again. Maybe it’s time to get a new vehicle. But new cars — even late-model used cars — are expensive. How do you know if now’s the right time?
Perhaps the worst part of any trip comes near the beginning. You get to the front of the car rental counter, and the price is much higher than advertised. To save money on rentals, you need to beat them at their own game. Learn to spot their sneaky tricks for padding the bill with rental car fees.
Many lenders require down payments to show the buyer has a vested interest in keeping up with the monthly payments. It also proves the buyer can save the money needed to put down on the vehicle. But one question often remains unanswered: How much money do you need for a car down payment?