If you're a student and you need a car loan, you have to have a qualifying income and proof of income in order to get approved. Here's what you need to know about income requirements for auto loans.

Anyone with a good credit score and a qualifying income can be your cosigner on an auto loan, including a friend. We cover the requirements lenders have for cosigners, and explore another bad credit car loan option.

Once your vehicle is repossessed, it can be hard to get it back right away, let alone on the same day. However, there are processes in place to get your car back after a repossession.

You can buy a vehicle with a personal loan or an auto loan. However, one option is better if you have less than perfect credit.

If you already have auto financing secured, when are you supposed to tell the dealership? We have a suggested order to consider when you're buying your next car from a dealer.

Not every car dealership has the ability to assist borrowers who've gone through a bankruptcy. While many traditional dealers can't help, there are some that can deal with bankruptcies that may be able to help you get an auto loan.

Buying a car from a friend could mean getting a good price, but there are some downsides to consider. We cover the pros and cons of buying a vehicle from a friend you should consider.

When your car is underwater, it means you've got negative equity. You can try to refinance your auto loan if you have negative equity, but it's not always possible to get approved. However, you can try these strategies to get yourself above water.

Your income is a major factor in your ability to get a car loan approval. We cover two calculations lenders use to see if your income is up to snuff for an auto loan.

You may be able to recover your car during a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but it may depend on where your auto loan stands. Let's take a closer look at the options you can discuss with your lender.