Ownership & Cost Tools
Free car ownership calculators for budgeting, financing, and long-term vehicle costs. Estimate depreciation, monthly loan payments, lease-vs-buy options, resale value, towing costs, and total cost of ownership.
Safety Rating Lookup — IIHS & NHTSA Stars
Safety Rating Comparator Look up safety ratings — IIHS Top Safety Pick status, NHTSA stars, crash test scores and standard ADAS features (AEB, lane keep,....
Test Drive Checklist — 12-Point Scorecard
Test Drive Checklist Choose between sedan, SUV, hatchback, pickup, coupe, wagon, minivan or convertible based on how you actually use a car. Quick 8-question quiz....
Towing Capacity Checker — GCWR & Hitch Class
Towing Capacity Checker Match a tow vehicle to a trailer. Calculator covers Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR), tongue weight, hitch class, and trailer brakes by....
Trade-In Value Estimator — Dealer vs Private
Trade-In Value Estimator Estimate your car’s trade-in value at a dealer vs the higher private-party sale price. The gap is usually 15–25% — selling privately....
Trailer Brake Controller Guide – Required Capacity by Trailer
Trailer Brake Controller Guide Find out whether your trailer legally requires a brake controller and which type — proportional or time-delayed — best suits your....
Used Car Buying Guide — 20-Step Checklist
Used vs Certified Pre-Owned Comparison Used car buying guide — 20-step checklist from setting budget through closing the deal. Covers history report, mechanical inspection, negotiation....
Winter Setup Score — Snow & Ice Readiness
Winter Setup Score Pick the right windshield wiper size for your car — front and rear blades. Includes the most common 200+ vehicle fitments and....
