Photo by Matt Duncan on Unsplash The Garden State can be a beautiful place to drive through, whether you’re driving up and down the shore, or through the hills of north Jersey on your way from Manhattan to Philadelphia. And while buying a car in New Jersey can seem uncomfortable, there’s no reason it shouldn’t be a (Point) pleasant experience. While you have to consider different needs when buying a new car from a dealership, a used car from a dealership, or even one from a private seller, they are all fairly similar, straightforward processes.

Photo by Evgeny Tchebotarev on Unsplash Buying a new car is both an exciting and overwhelming time. On top of figuring out the many vehicle choices, you also have to cope with car dealers and their sometimes stress-inducing tactics. We’ve put together an easy list of car buying hacks to consider when you begin your new car shopping adventure. #1 Know Your Credit Score If your car purchase will involve financing, it’s essential to know your credit score before you even begin looking for that new set of wheels.

Photo by Andrew Coelho on Unsplash Sitting on the edge of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is the square state that checks all the boxes. From alpine mountains to wetlands to shrublands, and everything in between, you probably need a car that can do it all to get between all the cities, small towns, and the four beautiful National Parks. But whatever you need from your car, buying a used car is a great way to save money, and reduce waste.

Photo by Tom Barrett on Unsplash Some aspects of car buying are universal. For instance, “always go for a test drive” is good advice whether you’re buying in Sheboygan or Istanbul. But local regulations, bureaucracies, and fees are different from place to place. To help you sort things out, we’ve put together this short guide on how to buy a car in Wisconsin. Make Sure the Title is Clean The number one thing you want to look for, paperwork-wise, is a clean title.

Photo by René DeAnda on Unsplash Whether you’ve lived in the Old Dominion your whole life or are new to the Commonwealth of Virginia, there’s a decent chance you’ll be buying a used car some day. Even if you’re looking for a car near the Cumberland Gap, you’ll have to go to the DMV to get the sale properly processed, and there are plenty of steps before and after that.

The 2015 Santa Fe Sport is an excellent small SUV for anyone looking for plenty of cargo space and comfortable seating for five. It comes with a fuel efficient 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that offers enough power to zip around the streets, anywhere from the city to the country, or an even more powerful turbocharged engine which provides a great ride with the tight steering of the Santa Fe Sport.

If you’re looking for a great midsize SUV with seating for five or seven, then the Sorento is a wonderful option. Its base model is well-equipped and quite capable, while the higher trims have great luxury and performance options to choose from. And while it could get pretty expensive when new, a pre-owned 2014 Sorento can give you premium equipment without the premium price. If the 2014 Sorento feels like the car for you, then CoPilot can help you find one at a dealer near you and we’ll help make sure you pay a fair price for a great car.

The 2020 Ford Edge is a very capable midsize SUV with two quality engine options, great standard features, and premium options available. Despite its large size for a five seat SUV, the standard 4-cylinder engine gets surprisingly good fuel mileage, and the optional V6 engine provides impressively sporty performance. And this doesn’t have to come at a massive expense, as you can save a lot of money buying a nearly new pre-owned 2020 Ford Edge.

It can be hard to choose between the many great small SUVs on offer these days, but one that stands out from the rest is the Subaru Forester. It is one of the most capable off-road vehicles around with standard four-wheel drive, high ground clearance, and a powerful optional turbocharged engine that can take you over nearly any terrain you need it to. When you combine that with the ample cargo and seating space, good fuel economy, excellent reliability rating, well-equipped interior, and generous slew of safety features, you have an all-around vehicle that can suit any of your needs.

In 2018, The Chevy Suburban desperately needed some new competition for the biggest and best SUV on the market. So in came the 2019 Ford Expedition Max. With 8 seats, cargo space for days, and powerful V6 and V8 options, the Expedition Max has a lot to offer for anyone in need of a large SUV. Whether you need it for hauling family, boats, luggage, etc., the 2019 Expedition Max has the space and power to get the job done, and it does so with all the technology and luxury features you could ask for.