Pedestrian safety ratings are becoming a new factor for car buyers in 2026. For the first time, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is publishing pedestrian-protection assessments as part of its well-known 5-Star Safety Ratings program. The first results apply to model year 2027 vehicles. NHTSA says 102 models from
Flood-damaged used cars are one of the biggest risks buyers should watch for in 2026. A vehicle can look clean, polished, and affordable on the outside while hiding serious water damage underneath the carpet, inside the wiring, behind the dashboard, or inside electronic control modules. That is what makes flood
84-month car loans are becoming one of the biggest car-buying conversations in 2026. For many shoppers, the appeal is easy to understand. New vehicles are expensive, interest rates are still a major concern, insurance costs can be high, and many buyers want a monthly payment that feels manageable. A longer
