Dealers earn substantial bonuses based on sales volume and customer satisfaction. Understanding these programs can help you time your purchase for maximum savings.

Service departments are dealerships' most profitable divisions. Understanding their business model helps you make smarter maintenance decisions and avoid unnecessary expenses.

The F&I office is where deals are made or broken. Understanding this process and having a game plan can save you thousands and prevent buyer's remorse.

Dealer add-ons can add thousands to your car purchase. Some provide real value, others are pure profit for the dealer. Here's how to tell the difference.

Most car buyers don't realize that dealers can make more profit on your loan than the actual car sale. Learn about interest rate markups, lender kickbacks, and how to protect yourself.

The sticker price is just the beginning. Learn what out-the-door (OTD) pricing really means, why it's the only number that matters, and get an email template to request accurate OTD quotes from dealers.