When you’ve got your eye on a new ride, research will only take you so far. To truly know whether a new car will suit you and your lifestyle, you need to take it for a test drive. The drive should be ...

Many know it's important to test-drive a car before you buy it, but what about your car salesman? Shouldn't you have a say in that, too? While the short answer is that you should always be able to ...

If you are shopping for a new or used car, USA TODAY Cars offers these tips to make the most of your test drive. First, said Matt Smith, head of Consumer Insights for car shopping site CarGurus, ...

Test drives are an essential part of private party car sales. Like vehicle history reports, they're a good idea for anyone looking to buy a used car. Offering test drives is a great way to close the ...

A test drive should build confidence, not cost you. What steps protect you from tricks when trying out a used car?