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Chapter
28: Cars and the Consumer
Buying a Car
Buying
a Car
Consumer
Jungle: Cars
Visit this site designed for young people to learn the basics
on purchasing a car. There are activities on buying a car
and tips to help you avoid making a bad deal.
Consumer
Reports
When making a large purchase, like an automobile, it is important
to educate yourself on what is available and the process of
making a large purchase. Do research to be sure the car you
buy is best for you. Using a consumer organization, like Consumer
Reports, will help you determine what you should buy and how
much you should pay.
Nolo:
Buying a Car
This legal Web site provides advice to help you compare the
benefits of purchasing a new car or a used car. Learn the
differences between buying, leasing, and renting.
Consumer
Information Center: Buying a New Car
This article contains information that helps the consumer
learn the meaning of terms involved in purchasing a new car.
In addition, there is a blank worksheet to help the consumer
identify what features are important to him or her in a new
car and a way to compare such features.
Car
Talk: Auto Safety
Auto safety continues to be an important issue, especially
for young people. This site, maintained by National Public
Radio, is an excellent resource to begin research on auto
safety.
Understanding
Lease Terminology
The language of an automobile lease can be challenging to
understand. Use this guide to learn what the terms mean in
a lease.
Deciding
to Purchase or Lease
Explore this site and download the companion worksheet (on the right side of the page, under "downloads") to help decide whether to lease or purchase a car. Fill out the worksheet
and compare the costs and benefits of leasing or purchasing
a car.
Consumer
Leasing Act
Read the Consumer Leasing Act. Now read an overview
of the act to gain a better understanding of how this act
helps consumers.
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