Whether you are seriously searching the market for a new or used car or truck, or you are just one of the many auto browsers out there, certain names and information sources will keep popping up as you do your researching and shopping. This article is intended to offer background and a few definitions for some of those names and sources you’ve encountered.

Trading your vehicle at the dealership may be quick and easy but it may not always be painless. Kelley Blue Book advises. The upside of trading is that the dealer does all the paperwork. After settling on an acceptable price, all you have to do is sign the vehicle over and be done with it.

Selling your car on your own is usually a good idea. You can often make more money on your vehicle by selling it outright rather than by just trading it in.