(February 15, 2015) SANTA MONICA, Calif. — TrueCa finds the Ford Fusion sedan tops February’s list of best savings on new vehicles, currently selling at an average of 14 percent off the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP).

The “TrueSavings” monthly report analyzes recent transaction prices and identifies opportunities for consumers. Along with Fusion, TrueCar finds Hyundai’s Elantra compact sedan and FCA’s Chrysler 300C large sedan also are selling at least 10 percent below MSRP this month. Currently, eight of the 10 most-in-demand vehicles on TrueCar’s platform are light trucks.

(February 12, 2015) IRVINE, Calif. — The 2015 model-year brand and category winners of the fourth annual 5-Year Cost to Own Awards, recognizing new vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs, were announced today by Kelley Blue Book, .kbb.com. These awards are based on Kelley Blue Book's 5-Year Cost to Own data for new cars for the initial five-year ownership period.

While depreciation (or loss of value) and fuel costs may be the greatest expense incurred in owning a vehicle, there are other factors that can have a significant impact on a consumer's budget.

(February 5, 2015) McLEAN, Va. — In their latest Perspective report covering the US automotive market, NADA Used Car Guide analysts have determined the amount of used vehicles for sale are going to increase this year, and new vehicle leases will likely reach a record high.

"Consumers should know that the amount of new vehicle lease contracts signed and the used vehicle market are intrinsically linked," said Jonathan Banks, executive analyst for NADA Used Car Guide.

(February 3, 2015) IRVINE, Calif. — The analysts at Kelley Blue Book kbb.com today report the estimated average transaction price (ATP) for light vehicles in the United States was $33,993 in January.  New-car prices have increased by $1,694 (up 5.2 percent) from January 2014, while dropping $570 (down 1.7 percent) from last month.