You can't finance a vehicle without some way to repay the loan. This means having the income to make this promise, and having relative certainty that your income is going to last the entire term of your auto loan. However, nothing is certain in life, so subprime lenders also look at the factors surrounding your income to decide whether or not you qualify for a car loan.

When you have bad credit you may think a cheap car is your only option. Try focusing on affordable rather than cheap – you still need a decent vehicle in terms of quality – just one that's a little more budget-friendly. Here's how to get a decent, cheap car.

If you're leasing a vehicle in order to save money, but are thinking of terminating your lease contract early, you may want to think twice. Leases aren't always as easy or as affordable to get out of as auto loans.

If you think you need a bad credit car loan, you might be right. But how do you know for sure? We have a few telltale signs that a subprime lender may be the way to go for an auto loan this time around.

If you aren't careful about shopping for your next used car, it could end up costing more than you're bargaining for. Here are six tips to help you save money and get the vehicle you need when you're financing a used car with bad credit.

The timing of trading in a car depends on your situation, and just how ready you are to move on to another vehicle. Here are some times you should trade in your car and some advice on when it might be better to wait.

A car loan with two borrowers on the title is also known as a joint auto loan. Both you and your co-borrower share all the rights and responsibilities of financing, no matter who drives the vehicle. Let's take a look at what these are, and a few solutions for co-borrower scenarios that could arise.

The last thing you need on a spring road trip is your car breaking down. Whether you drive a standard fuel vehicle, an EV, or a hybrid, we've got six tips to make sure your vehicle is in tip-top shape before you hit the open road!

Rate shopping minimizes the impact on your credit score when you're looking for your ideal auto loan, but it can be tricky with poor credit. Here's how to rate shop and where to look for bad credit lending resources.

If you're struggling to qualify for a car loan because too much of your income is going toward other bills, it could be time to consider getting a side hustle to free up some cash.