A lot goes into buying a car. There are the upfront costs, of course, but you’ll also need to consider things like vehicle reliability, maintenance issues, future costs and personal preference.
One of the biggest questions you may be asking yourself is whether you should spend your money on a used or new car going into 2026. GOBankingRates spoke with two car experts — Melanie Musson with AutoInsurance.org and Chris Pyle with JustAnswer — which option they think is best.
