Instead of a parent wagging a finger at you, Time offers this list of "don't"s that are meant to help you better manage your money by avoiding some all-too-common traps that can wreak havoc on your... Read more on Time »
Wanna drive green and save yourself some greenbacks nextt ime you need a rental car? Check out the car sharing programs, suggests The New York Times -- if you only need the hybrid for a short time, Read more on The New York Times »
Do the math. You may find that increased fares and service cuts mean public transit is no longer the cheapest option. Read this post from PublicRadio.org to see how some commuters are coping. Read more on publicradio.org »
Supply and demand are at it again. This time it's the car rental market, and rates this travel season are sky high. CBS Money Watch comes to your rescue with six tips for finding cheaper car rental... Read more on CBS Money Watch »
Figuring out how to boost your fuel economy just got a little easier thanks to a new app. CNET explains all the details but notes the app is currently compatible only with stick shift versions of... Read more on cnet »
In another one of those market oddities, a new car may be cheaper than a used car right now. Mercury News explains that subsidized interest rates on loans for new models and heavy demand for used... Read more on Mercury News »
They're certainly not the biggest cars around, but these days you can find a stylish new, but small, set of wheels for less than $13,500. Crave Online has come up with a list of the six best buys. Read more on Crave Online »
The Holy Grail for would-be hybrid buyers is affordability. But now Honda is set to launch a relatively cheap hybrid in Japan, and Wired is reporting that a price war with Toyota could break out. Read more on Wired »
There's no end to tips for saving money. Here are the latest ideas from Time. Read more on Time »
The world's smallest car is still several years from its debut here in the U.S., but a little advance information is always useful. Thanks to Popular Mechanics, we have our first review of the Tata. Read more on Popular Mechanics »
The auto sector is beginning to roar back to life. Forbes reports that manufacturers will soon be introducing cheap compact sedans that will hold the line on price but include some snazzy features... Read more on Forbes »
There's good news and bad news for car buyers this summer. USA Today reports that some prices will fall and others will rise as we approach the end of the 2010 model year. Read this post to learn... Read more on USA Today »
When it comes to frugality and practicality, women rule -- at least in the realm of car preferences. According to The Car Connection, women generally opt for small, safe, and lower-cost vehicles. Read more on The Car Connection »
Before you start shopping for a new car, make sure to check out this report from Edmunds. What you'll see is a list of the cheapest cars to own (not just to buy) broken down by car type and price. Read more on Edmunds »
General Motors may be back in the game with a new, cheap compact car due out this fall. CNET gives the Chevy Cruze a thumbs up for its styling, fuel economy, and safety features. How about a test... Read more on CNET »
Looking to save on the cost of gasoline? Check out these fuel-efficient crossovers. Cars.com compares three models, all priced at less than $26,500. Read more on Cars.com »
The race to the bottom in car prices is now in full swing. Shanghaiist.com reports that a Chinese company expects to release a super-mini car in China next year that will sell for about $2,250, Read more on Shanghaiist.com »
Say you've got $15-K to spend on a new car. Where to begin? MSN Auto is here to help you out with a list of 10 small, cheap cars you might want to consider. Read more on MSN Autos »
Shopping for a new used car? Think twice before checking the rental-car counter in search of a cheap deal. The Car Connection notes that the pickings aren't as good as they used to be, so you might... Read more on The Car Connection »
Traffic is starting to pile up in the apps lane for cheap gasoline. Bestsyndication reports that AAA has entered the fray with a free iPhone app that helps you locate gas stations and see the per... Read more on Bestsyndication »
Gas-guzzling SUVs are so last year. This year we've got a slew of new entrants in the high fuel economy segment, and Consumer Reports has a rundown of eight thrifty gas sippers, including the Ford... Read more on Consumer Reports »
There's no two ways about it: owning a car is not cheap, even if you buy the model with the lowest sticker price. Car and Driver reminds us about all the other costs, like insurance and fuel, factored... Read more on Car And Driver »
Ever wonder why it costs more to insure some cars than others? USA Today says it's largely about repair costs, and non-car vehicles are the cheapest to fix. Of the 10 cheapest vehicles to insure, Read more on USA Today »
Commuting costs add up quickly: five times a week, 52 weeks a year (that's without a vacation, of course). So Bankrate.com comes to the rescue with six suggestions that just might leave you with... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Hankering for a cheap pickup truck? If so, get in line for the possible late-summer release of a fuel-efficient Indian-built pickup that US News & World Report says could sell for less than $25,000. Read more on US News & World Report »
Pssst...wanna buy a four-door sedan but you're worried the local green squad will picket your house? Well, stand up and be proud that you've chosen one the 10 cars on Edmund's list of this year's... Read more on Edmunds »
Used cars aren't such a hot deal right now -- that's because supply is low -- but you can still find bargains. And Kiplinger gives you some tips on locating the car you want and negotiating the... Read more on Kiplinger »
Haggling over the price of a new car can take all the fun out of buying a new car. So before you begin shopping, read this article from The Chicago Tribune for some tips on getting the best (that... Read more on The Chicago Tribune »
If you've ever locked your keys inside the car, you know just how much that little mishap can cost you (think time and money). But, reports Bankrate.come, there's a cheap and rather ingenious alternative... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Can you say cheap, compact, and comfortable in one sentence when talking about an SUV? The answer, according to Cars.com is "yes." Read on to see which models make the cut. Read more on Cars.com »
Savvy shoppers have long known when to expect the sales to start. But now, everyone can get the inside skinny, courtesy of Time, which leads you to a blog that suggests the best times to buy a variety... Read more on Time »
Here's how to save the environment, save some cash, and save your body: lose the car keys and hop on your two-wheeler. According to Forbes, many U.S. cities are pushing bicycles as the ultimate... Read more on Forbes »
Gasoline prices are climbing again, so here are some ideas from 7online that will require changing some entrenched habits but should help boost that mileage and trim those gas costs. Read more on 7online »
More good news for car buyers. Recently we noted that prices are cheaper for some new cars than for the used variety. Now The New York Times reports that car leases are tumbling in price. Looks... Read more on The New York Times »
It used to be that buying second-hand was always cheaper. Not so, at the moment, at least, when it comes to cars. WSAW reports that some new cars are now cheaper than the used models. So even if... Read more on WSAW »
If you have any reason to be passing through the Garden State (New Jersey, that is), you might want to wend your way over to Newark. The Star Ledger reports on a survey showing that this is where... Read more on The Star Ledger »
Now that you know sedans are the cheapest cars to own (see our previous blog post), Bankrate.com is here to help you find the cheapest car loan. Can't have one without the other. Read more on Bankrate.com »
That boring old sedan may actually be the most economical buy. You might find a good deal on SUVs and trucks, but The Car Connection cautions that the cost of owning these cars outstrips the cost... Read more on The Car Connection »
We might be used to high prices at the gas pump, but there's nothing like finding a deal. Appmodo.com reviews an app that aggregates gasoline price information and lets you find the cheapest gas... Read more on Appmodo.com »
Do you know how much your bad habits are costing you? WalletPop cheerily helps you figure that out. So do yourself a favor: cut back on all those lattes and text messages -- and, well, the list... Read more on Wallet Pop »
Whenever you gas up your car, pay the insurance bill, or take it in for repair, you're reminded how costly it is to own a vehicle. WiseBread has some tips that can save you money on the car you... Read more on WiseBread »
Can you drive a stick shift? If not, and you're in the market for a cheap car, you might want to learn. According to USA Today, you'll pay about $800 more for automatic transmission on a new Mazda2. Read more on USA Today »
Drive to work every day? You probably want a car that's comfortable, light on gas, and moderately priced. Theweekdlydriver.com has some suggestions for you, courtesy of research completed by the... Read more on theweeklydriver.com »
For a little more than what you'd pay for a bike, you can actually buy a car. The Car Connection has a rundown of the four wheelers, with engines, that you can buy for $13,000 or less. At least... Read more on The Car Connection »
Next time you go shopping for a car, think about how much it will cost to insure. And then check out this list from WalletPop, which counts down the 10 cheapest cars to insure and the 10 most expensive. Read more on Wallet Pop »
The cheap small car market is starting to get crowded. Forbes reports on a new batch of subcompacts due to hit the market this year, and notes that a cheap sticker price no longer means sacrificing... Read more on Forbes »
There's a website for just about everything these days. Kim Komando directs you to a site that will help you figure out your gas mileage. Do you really want to know? Read more on Kim Komando »
Hype keeps building around the world's cheapest car as the Tata Nano enters the pantheon of great design. Theweeklydriver.com reports that a yellow edition will be on display at the Coopher-Hewitt... Read more on theweeklydriver.com »
Some people can smell a deal a mile away. At least that's what Autoblog.com speculates in trying to understand why interest in the 2010 Prius actually increased (based on hits at an online car... Read more on Autoblog.com »
A new car is a big investment regardless of the make or model. So if you're in the market for hot new wheels this year, but want to find a good deal, check out this report from Kiplinger. Read more on Kiplinger »
If you've ever rented a car at the airport, you know how costly that convenience can be -- fees, taxes, and the company's overhead add up fast. But next time, suggests The Washington Post, look... Read more on The Washington Post »
Have you ever tried renting a hybrid from a car rental agency? Good luck, writes USA Today. For one thing, there aren't many available to rent. Moreover, rental agencies charge more for the few... Read more on USA Today »
You've got to believe frugal is really in if the Detroit automakers are pushing practicality over fantasy at the annual auto show. But that's exactly what's happening this year, according to AnnArbor.com. Read more on AnnArbor.com »
Everyone's got an opinion -- or a story. So when one columnist from ABC News wrote about ways to save big, and we mean BIG, readers responded. Here are some Q&A's between the columnist and readers... Read more on ABC News »
With an assortment of cheaper hybrid cars now on the market, eco-conscious but budget-minded consumers have something to cheer about: new-model hybrid cars for $19,800-$28,000. Our writer researched... Read more on Cheapism »
Goodbye expensive, oversized, and gas-guzzling SUVs and hello to downsized, energy efficient, and cheap mini-cars. The Car Connection reports that Nissan will soon introduce two models selling for... Read more on The Car Connection »
The hybrid market is certainly heating up. Toyota just unveiled new concept car that is more compact and fuel efficient than current Toyota hybrids, according to USA Today. But patience has its... Read more on USA Today »
At last, small cars from Detroit that some of us might actually want to drive. Read this report by The Washington Post on the surge of small cars that will hit the market this year. Read more on The Washington Post »
Once upon a time, we loved our giant Hummers and SUVs. But times change and now we're loving small cars and hyrids. According to the National Post, Tata Motors hopes to cash in on this sea-change... Read more on National Post »
For those of you who occasionally get lost while driving but hate asking for directions (guys, are you listening?), there's a cheap and convenient iPhone app for you. CNET has all the details. Read more on Cnet »
Forget what you think you know about car prices. According to The Fresno Bee, the market is now topsy-turvy, with used car prices often topping the cost of a new car. So if you've been eyeing a... Read more on The Fresno Bee »
The idea of a cheap sports car sounds like an oxymoron. But Popular Mechanics tested six low-priced vehicles that arguably have the right stuff. Read on to see how they fared. Read more on Popular Mechanics »
Going green has its price. A hybrid version of the tiny Tata Nano, now in development, will be snazzy-cool, cheap, and very eco-friendly. What it won't be, predicts The New York Times, is a high-performance... Read more on The New York Times »
Forget about those over-hyped hybrids. You can save the planet and your wallet by driving one of these new and low-cost four-cylinder models, due out in the next year. Thanks to AOL Autos for the... Read more on AOL Autos »
Not to be outdone, car/truck/SUV dealers are joining the Black Friday fray. According to CNN Money, you're liable to negotiate a bigger-than-usual discount on that special day. It's a tough choice: Read more on CNN Money »
OK, so you'll save money on airfare and lodging next year. But renting a car? You'll be lucky if you come out even at the end. Delawareonline.com reports that rental car prices have skyrocketed... Read more on Delawareonline.com »
So, you think keeping your tires at the right air pressure is all you need to know about getting more miles out of that gas tank? Hah! Read these fuel-saving tips from an engineer at Ford, courtesy of... Read more on AOL »
The race to the bottom keeps going. According to Edmonds.com, this time Hyundai is in the lead, with its new very low-priced Accent Blue, a four-cylinder model with a few luxury-like features that's... Read more on Edmonds.com »
The old adage, buy now before it's too late, doesn't always hold. If you wait until season's end, or for periods when demand is low, The Lawrence Journal-World & News reports, you're bound to find... Read more on The Lawrence Journal-World & News »
Renting a car is so much fun, especially when your web search seems to lead you around in circles. Makeuseof.com has come up with a list of car-rental search sites that should quickly and easily... Read more on makeuseof.com »
Cash-for-clunkers is come and gone, but you can still get a hot deal on a cool truck. As the 2009 model year winds down, Cardealerreviews.org offers this list of the best trucks for the least bucks. Read more on cardealerreviews.org »
Apps galore for the iPhone and iPod touch, reports Macworld.com. And better yet, these new apps will help save you money regardless where you are or what you want to buy. Read more on Macworld »
There's no doubt about it: technology keeps getting cheaper and cheaper. Now it's GPS systems that are going for a song. Buy one for your car, reports 247wallst.com, or buy an app for your iPhone. Read more on 247wallst.com »
"Japanese automaker Nissan has announced plans to sell an all-electric sedan, likely similar to its Versa, in Japan by 2010. The car will use a compact lithium-ion battery to achieve a driving range of... Read more on MSNBC »
When you need a tow, you call AAA. When you need to find cheap gas, you check the AAA website. Thanks to ABC4.com for reminding us of this service. Read more on ABC4.com »
Uncle Sam wants you to ditch that gas guzzler. Now. In fact, as TheBostonChannel.com reports, the government will subsidize the purchase of a new fuel efficient car when you trade in your old clunker. Read more on TheBostonChannel.com »
Here's a novel way for New Yorkers to lower their auto insurance: Take an accident-prevention course on line. Insurance and Financial Advisor reports several course providers have now been approved by... Read more on Insurance and Financial Advisor »
The next time you shop for auto insurance, make sure to ask about the discounts you might qualify for. The Chicago Tribune lists some of the most common money-saving deals. Read more on Chicago Tribune »
There are some questions you just can't ask the run-of-the-mill advice columnist. So here's "Dear Mary," courtesy of the Pasadena Star-News, with her sage advice on finding cheap meds for your pet and... Read more on Pasadena Star-News »
Wondering what to do with that gas-guzzling SUV that's large enough to carry a football team? Hold on to it for a while, and then trade it in for this new and cheap car from Tata. Bloomberg reports the... Read more on Bloomberg »
Is it a mid-size or a compact? Well, as the Associated Press reports, this new low-priced car from Nissan is mid-size on the inside and compact on the outside. Sufficiently confused? Read more on Associated Press »
First it's the high cost of gas, and now it's the high cost of insuring the car so you can keep driving it. But here's a list from Seizedcarauctionsinus.com that cost-saving consumers will appreciate: Read more on seizedcarauctionsinus.com »
The next best thing after a car for getting around town just might be a sportbike. Here's a rundown of good cheap bikes, courtesy of Motorcycle.com. Read more on Motorcycle.com »
There are just some things you can't do without. And gasoline for the car is one of them. So MSN Money deconstructs the whole gas pricing thing by way of offering some tips that might save you some dough... Read more on MSN Money »
Odd as it seems, new cars may be the best bargain of the year. CNN reports that new car prices are generally lower now than they were in late 2008. So act fast and get your hot wheels now. Read more on CNN »
This new diesel sportwagon from Volkswagen may prove to be hot competition for that hybrid you've been eyeing. Gearlog suggests frugal drivers should check it out. Read more on Gearlog »
These new car deals just keep getting better and better. As CNN Money reports, Hyundai is now offering buyers a choice between a year's worth of gasoline at a fixed price or $1,000 cash. Get it while it... Read more on CNN Money »
What's a driver to do? You need gas now but are sure you can find a cheaper price than the station on the corner. The solution, suggests App Craver, comes from a new iPhone application that helps you find... Read more on App Craver »
Get your cheap car now! With GM and Chrysler under bankruptcy protection, the Boston Herald tells us consumers are flocking to these dealerships in search of bargain-basement prices. Read more on Boston Herald »
The cheapest gas always seems one gas station away. But instead of driving around looking for the best deal, try this iPhone and iPod Touch app from Crazymikesapps.com. Read more on crazymikesapps.com »
"Whenever we buy or rent something, asking for a discount rate is not a thing that we can stop from doing and same thing goes with car rental, however, if you wish to get the best rental available you... Read more on TravelThem.com »
Can cars be chic and cheap all at the same time? South Korean carmaker Kia Motors believes so. According to Business Week, Kia is betting the aesthetic of its German design chief will appeal to budget-minded... Read more on Business Week »
Not wanting to trade on other's misfortunes, but tough times for the auto companies may be good news for car buyers. With hundreds of Chrysler and GM dealers about to lose their franchises, the Associated... Read more on Associated Press »
Shcoked by sticker prices? Don't be...with hundreds of car dealers going out of business, this may be your best chance to get a hot (as in cheap) deal on a new car, says the Hartford Courant. Don't miss... Read more on Hartford Courant »
"Dreading long car trips this summer? Here are five inexpensive things to can help keep the peace in the car and make the journey more interesting: POIFriend—Jazz up your GPS unit with lists of extra... Read more on San Jose Marcury News »
Gasoline prices may be creeping up, but the steep decline from last summer is just what many Americans needed to get out their maps and plan a trip. The Associated Press reports more people travelling... Read more on Associated Press »
Buy now while supplies last! Head for the East Valley in Phoenix, and you'll find the nation's cheapest prices for gasoline. The East Valley Tribune reports that excess supplies of the winter blend (of... Read more on East Valley Tribune »
Hurry, hurry..The offer won't last forever. Discounts on Chrysler cars up to $6,000! And, reports the Detroit Free Press, maybe a cash incentive from the government to trade in your old clunker for a new... Read more on Detroit Free Press »
Fueling up that car with high-price gas is always a bit painful. So if you're in the market for a new car, follow these tips from the Associated Press, courtesy of Lubbock Online, and you'll find future... Read more on Lubbock Online »
The young and the stylish are putting their seal of approval on the new Kia Soul, according to USA Today. Priced just under $14,000, this snazzy little car may be giving the Korean brand the "it" identity... Read more on USA Today »
