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Here’s what you need to know about buying a car in 2023

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A dealership sign is seen outside of Honda certified used car dealership in Schaumburg, Ill., Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021.
A dealership sign is seen outside of Honda certified used car dealership in Schaumburg, Ill., Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021. Prices for used cars have soared so high, so fast, that buyers are being increasingly priced out of the market. Nam Y. Huh/AP Photo

The price for new and used vehicles has been rising in recent years, with the average used vehicle price this spring up 44% from five years ago. We speak with the editor-in-chief of CarTalk.com to learn what you should know before buying a vehicle.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Trevor Hook Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Jamie Page Deaton Guest

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