{"id":46342,"date":"2022-09-14T08:11:25","date_gmt":"2022-09-14T08:11:25","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=46342"},"modified":"2022-09-16T04:23:37","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T04:23:37","slug":"buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/","title":{"rendered":"Buying a Car? Here Are the Most Important Factors to Consider"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It&#8217;s important to consider several important factors before buying a car. But which ones do American consumers place the most value on?\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/best-car-buying-apps\/\">car-buying process<\/a> is thrilling for most folks because of the test drives and haggling with the salespeople. While it&#8217;s <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/car-insurance-from-car-dealers-is-the-new-way-forward\/\">easy to let a salesperson pitch you into buying a display model<\/a>, you should learn as much as possible before committing to anything of this magnitude.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/gas\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44398 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/WayGas.jpg\" alt=\"Important factors buying car\" width=\"2382\" height=\"882\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/WayGas.jpg 2382w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/WayGas-300x111.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/WayGas-1024x379.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/WayGas-768x284.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/WayGas-1536x569.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/WayGas-2048x758.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2382px) 100vw, 2382px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Fuel_Efficiency_56\" >Fuel Efficiency = 56%<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Safety_55\" >Safety = 55%<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Low_Price_46\" >Low Price = 46%<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Suitability_for_Everyday_Use_43\" >Suitability for Everyday Use = 43%<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#High_Quality_43\" >High Quality = 43%<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Driving_comfort_39\" >Driving comfort = 39%<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Good_Warranty_and_Customer_Service_38\" >Good Warranty and Customer Service = 38%<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Design_32\" >Design = 32%<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/#Perfect_car_insurance_from_Waycom\" >Perfect car insurance from Way.com<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_some_of_the_important_factors_to_consider_before_buying_a_car\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What are some of the important factors to consider before buying a car?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Statista&#8217;s Global Consumer Survey found that consumers placed high importance on <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/cars-worst-gas-mileage\/\">low fuel consumption<\/a> and high levels of safety. These features, at 56% and 55%, handily beat out low pricing. About 46% of car owners say the low price was a key priority when shopping around.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Even design isn&#8217;t as crucial as various TV commercials would have us believe. As little as 32% of new-car buyers care primarily about their car&#8217;s appearance. High quality is more important than appearance to 43% of respondents, and driving comfort is more important than design to the average car buyer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-46344\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Important Factors buying a Car\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1024x1024.png 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image-300x300.png 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image-150x150.png 150w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image-768x768.png 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image-800x800.png 800w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/MicrosoftTeams-image.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before you make the plunge into buying a new car, take a look at the following considerations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fuel_Efficiency_56\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fuel Efficiency = 56%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Whether or not America uses too much oil is a great topic for discussion, but we won&#8217;t get into it here. Whether there is 40 or 140 years&#8217; worth of oil left on earth, the market reality is this: as fuel resources run out and it becomes too expensive to find and extract oil, people will stop using it as their main power source.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You don&#8217;t have to buy a car you don&#8217;t want just because it gets good mileage. Instead, it means shopping for a car with all the features you want and <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/sports-cars-with-good-gas-mileage\/\">getting the best gas mileage<\/a>. As a result, you&#8217;ll save money on gas and send a message to car companies to make cars that use less energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In a very real way, the chance to save the most money on gas lies with those whose finances allow them to choose from a wider range of cars. If you only have a small amount of money, you may have to get a smaller, less expensive car. That means a car that isn&#8217;t too heavy has few options, uses a lot of gas, and probably has a small, fuel-efficient engine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-46345 size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/56Z_Nat_Jun20_063-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Fuel Efficiency is an important factor in buying a car\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/56Z_Nat_Jun20_063-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/56Z_Nat_Jun20_063-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/56Z_Nat_Jun20_063-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/56Z_Nat_Jun20_063-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/56Z_Nat_Jun20_063-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/56Z_Nat_Jun20_063-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you can choose between different sizes and types of cars, remember that there are fuel-efficient options even among cars that seem like they use a lot of gas, like sports cars, luxury sedans, and SUVs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The car industry&#8217;s fabric includes emotion. Buying a car is often based on what you think it says about you, what it says about you, and how it makes you feel. This is truer than many of us would like to admit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But saving fuel is just as emotional because it says something about you and makes you feel something.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_55\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Safety = 55%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The rating for <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/do-better-car-safety-features-lower-insurance\/\">safety is also important<\/a>. For example, do you want to drive a car that will fall apart the first time you go too fast over a speed bump?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Who is going to be driving this car? On the other hand, you might be living out your dream of driving a muscle car. If so, your safety worries might differ from when you bought your teen&#8217;s first car. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Durability is especially important for off-road cars, which always have to deal with rough terrain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Durability might not be a big deal if you buy a new car every few years.\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But if you plan to keep your car for a long time, you should put durability higher on your list. Even though a more durable car will often cost more than a less durable one, you will still usually find it to be a better value.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This will result in lower maintenance and repairs. Thus your pride and joy will last long.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low_Price_46\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Low Price = 46%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Budget is one of the most important factors when buying a car. Of course, we&#8217;d all like a top-of-the-line car that&#8217;s both comfortable and fast, but we have to be realistic about what we can afford. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consider buying a used car, which is often much cheaper than a brand-new car and could help you get the car you want with affordable monthly payments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-46346 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-model-calculator-coins-white-table-min-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Budget is one of the most important factors when buying a car.\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-model-calculator-coins-white-table-min-1024x684.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-model-calculator-coins-white-table-min-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-model-calculator-coins-white-table-min-768x513.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-model-calculator-coins-white-table-min-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-model-calculator-coins-white-table-min-2048x1368.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/car-model-calculator-coins-white-table-min-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suitability_for_Everyday_Use_43\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Suitability for Everyday Use = 43%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When you hear the word &#8220;commuter car,&#8221; you might think of a cheap, slow, basic car you drive because you have to and not because you want to. But these cars are much more fun and full of features than commuter cars.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Since the car is driven almost daily, prospective car owners will look for features that will help them. <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/ai-in-your-car-benefits\/\">Driver assistance features<\/a> are an important add-on. This will help keep you from getting into fender-benders. In addition, the importance of interior comfort and maneuverability is something to look at.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_Quality_43\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">High Quality = 43%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When choosing your next car, think about how well it was made and how long it will last. You want a car that is well made and stable, with parts that will last.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your car should have strong, long-lasting plastics, even shut lines (the doors, trunk, hood, gas cap, etc.), good metals, good sound and water insulation in the cabin, good paint, and good finishing details, like the joints and places where the plastics are welded.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A car with a good finish will have fewer problems, like paint that peels, rubber seals that wear out, annoying noises, etc. But, of course, you&#8217;ll probably use your car a lot, so you want to be sure that these things can handle all the (reasonable) abuse you&#8217;ll throw at them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Good braking and acceleration on subpar surfaces are also related to riding quality. It prevents the car, its occupants, and cargo from trembling, which could harm the car&#8217;s various components.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Driving_comfort_39\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Driving comfort = 39%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Driving comfort is one of the most important factors when buying a car. Most importantly, driving comfort is non-negotiable for many drivers, as seen from the survey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In a comfortable car, the driver has less stress. The more comfortable and high-quality the car, the more control there will be, and the less the driver will be impacted by road disturbances when driving.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/media3.giphy.com\/media\/mIMsLsQTJzAn6\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e479q9o26okigx6oylqomooteqxk572a435hsirob9c&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Driving The Muppets GIF\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/images-fast-drive-mIMsLsQTJzAn6\">via GIPHY<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Good_Warranty_and_Customer_Service_38\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Good Warranty and Customer Service = 38%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Getting the right warranty is important for 38% of the car owners in the survey. The right warranty will shield your wallet from high costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A high-quality warranty can be worth the expense only for peace of mind if you&#8217;re constantly worrying that something will break. On the other hand, an extended warranty may be a wise insurance policy against future repair costs if the car you drive has a history of needing pricey repairs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Equally, getting in touch with responsive and useful customer service is also important for many car owners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design_32\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Design = 32%<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One of the main priorities for car buyers is design. The safety requirements and overall cost of car ownership are greatly influenced by design. The <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/best-looking-cheap-cars-top-picks\/\">design and experience take center stage<\/a> in the car-buying process when several technological aspects converge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Today, the outside styling of a car is frequently cited as one of the main selling points. Car owners have always desired to customize their cars, demonstrating the emotional connection with a car&#8217;s design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44893 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Car-insurance-savings.png\" alt=\"Important factors buying car\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Car-insurance-savings.png 794w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Car-insurance-savings-300x111.png 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Car-insurance-savings-768x284.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perfect_car_insurance_from_Waycom\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Perfect car insurance from Way.com<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you&#8217;re interested in a certain car, you can look up the brand and model year online to find out how much it costs to own and how much car insurance costs. A few minutes of research could help you avoid buying a bad product or one that will cost you a lot of money.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you want to find cheap car insurance for your new car, <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/zoom-your-way-to-a-new-car-insurance-policy-in-minutes\/\">Way.com is the best place to start<\/a>. Way.com does all the hard work of finding the cheapest quotes from the best-known insurance companies. Our experts at Way.com will even help you get rid of your old policy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Do you know that <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/get-the-best-and-affordable-car-insurance-through-your-way-app\/\">Way.com is rated 5\/5<\/a> on the App Store? <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/get-fair-car-insurance-rates-through-way-com\/\">Way.com is the best super app<\/a> for cars in the country because it has a top-notch level of service.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/get-the-car-insurance-you-deserve-through-way\/\">Way.com<\/a> will send you new quotes every time your policy is up for renewal, so you always get the coverage you want at the best price.\u00a0 <\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Make sure the new car you buy is something you&#8217;ll be happy with today and in the future.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here&#8217;s more info on\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">top-rated airport parking<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">,\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the best parking spots in your city<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, affordable\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">auto insurance<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, easy\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-refinance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">auto refinance<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">high-quality car washes near you<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s important to consider several important factors before buying a car. But which ones do American consumers place the most value on?\u00a0 The car-buying process is thrilling for most folks because of the test drives and haggling with the salespeople. While it&#8217;s easy to let a salesperson pitch you into buying a display model, you&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/buying-a-car-here-are-the-most-important-factors-to-consider\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Buying a Car? 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