Remote start, leather interior, all-wheel drive – just like picking out the perfect vehicle, it’s important to find an auto loan that helps you enjoy the journey starting from the first day you drive your new vehicle off the lot.

If you are hitting the open road this summer, prepare to pay more at the gas pump. 

Shopping for a new car has never been easier. 

There’s never been greater access to information on everything from make, model, fuel efficiency, past accidents and more to help you make the right decision.

Yet, consumers continue to make the same buying mistakes. 

Are you guilty of these? 

Buying a new car can be one of the most important decisions you make as an adult. Be sure to consider these 5 dos and don’ts when buying the car of your dreams this summer. You’ll show up to the dealership looking like an auto pro!

The time has come where you can't accomplish your daily tasks without a car.  Here are the stages you'll probably go through while buying your first car.

Buying a used car from a private party or a dealer can be a very daunting task. There’s nothing more frustrating than buying something that doesn’t work well, especially something as expensive as a car. There are A LOT of things to consider when looking to purchase a car. Before you make the big decision, take these tips into consideration!

Are Car Ads Taking You For a Ride?

Whether you’re buying or leasing, shopping for a car can be fun and exciting. But wading through ads and promotions offered by car dealers also can be stressful. Some advertise unusually low prices, low or no up-front payments, low- or no-interest loans, or low monthly payments. Others promise high trade-in allowances, free or low-cost options, or rebates. And if you’re looking to lease a vehicle, ads for very low — or no payment — at signing may be especially enticing.

But the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, says beware: Not all dealers play by the rules. Details about special offers and promotions may be buried in the fine print, clicks away from online claims, may not be disclosed at all, or may not be disclosed until you get to the showroom or the finance office. But the law requires that if a dealer advertises discounts, prices, or special low payments, the ads must clearly explain the important details of the offers and how a buyer may qualify for them.

To find your best deal, shop around and compare offers from different dealers and financing sources like banks or credit unions. Ask the right questions, and make sure all promises and terms are in writing before you sign on any dotted lines.