Auto loans can be a huge expense — the average American with a new car paid $748 per month, while the owner of a used car paid $532 per month in the third quarter of 2025, according to Experian.

Buying a car is a big financial decision, and not everyone can afford to pay the full amount upfront. That’s when car loans come in as a convenient option. A car loan, or auto loan, helps you purchase ...

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Thinking about buying a car? One of the first things you will need to figure out is how to pay for it, and choosing the right loan can make a big difference. Most people go for either a personal loan ...

In the fourth quarter of 2025, 20.3% of new‑car shoppers agreed to monthly payments topping $1,000 — the highest share ever recorded.

A viral post claims a $10,000 tax credit for buying American cars. The truth is a more modest deduction for loan interest. We break down who qualifies and the real savings.

Drivers are looking at a long list of rules if they're hoping to claim a new tax deduction for car loan interest on 2025 federal income tax returns.