Finding the right refinancing loan requires you to weigh your current loan terms and rates against new ones. Auto Approve streamlines this process by handling the heavy lifting.

Use Bankrate's auto loan calculator to find out your payment on any car loan.

Any information you give on your application will need documentation to support it. Have it ready before applying.

Online car shopping platform Shift declared bankruptcy and folded in October. But competitors CarsDirect, Carvana and CarMax are eager for your business.

Indirect car financing allows you to shop and buy in one place, but it's not the most cost-effective way to buy.

This guide will help you understand the steps of refinancing an auto loan and how to decide if it's right for you.

Choosing a car loan lender that’s right for your individual needs can be difficult in a market with so many options. Read Bankrate lender reviews to guide your decisions.

MyAutoLoan is a connection service that can pair you with up to four lenders to take out an auto loan or refinance an existing one.

Delinquency rates are on the rise — but not dramatically so.

Does cosigning affect your credit? Yes — whether you’re the cosigner or primary borrower, cosigning can hurt or help your credit score.

Auto loans are paid back in fixed installments over a set period of time, and interest is charged on the money borrowed.

Does the Fed interest rate affect car loans? Yes, it does: It has a domino effect that can raise or lower auto loan rates.

Private party auto loans let you finance vehicles from private owners and avoid dealership markups.

While drivers won't see pre-pandemic rates any time soon, borrowers with strong credit can expect better rates in 2025.

You can undo a bad auto financing decision. But you'll need to tread carefully if you want to minimize the hits to your wallet and your credit rating.