General Automotive & Shopping FAQs
Vehicle Definitions & Terminology
- Does the vehicle width on Edmunds include the mirrors?
- What is the difference between AWD and 4WD?
- What's the difference between a demo car and a program car?
- What is MSRP or 'sticker price'?
- What are the different types of transmissions?
- What do the abbreviations such as V8, 3.8L or 5A mean?
Repairs & Maintenance
Car Buying 101
- What fees should I pay for when buying a car?
- What safety features should I consider in my next car?
- Should I buy a model that is going to be redesigned soon?
- What is dealer cash?
- Are destination charges negotiable?
- Should I buy a car off the lot or factory order one?
Car Shopping Tips
- Can I get a better deal paying cash for a car?
- Should I buy an extended warranty for my car?
- How much can I afford for a lease?
- My lease is up. Should I buy the car or turn it in? (video)
- Are rebates and incentives subject to tax?
- When negotiating a purchase, how low of a price should I start out with? (video)