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How to Find the Right New Car


When you’re in the market for a new way to get around, a new car is always a great choice. The best way to find the right new car is right online right now. Thanks to AcceleRide®, you can buy your next new car completely online through our streamlined platform.

Move at your own pace throughout the process, enjoy up-front transparent pricing, and even get your new car delivered right to your home. Keep reading to learn more about how to find the right new car for your personal travels and how you can do so with AcceleRide®.

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Determine Your Budget

Before you get started on searching the vast inventory of new cars you can buy through AcceleRide®, the best thing to do is to set your budget. That way, you can focus your search on those cars you know fit within your reasonable range. To determine the maximum amount you are willing to spend on a new car, let’s go over a few expenses you will want to account for.

  • Down Payment: Decide on the amount you can comfortably put down as a down payment. A larger down payment can reduce your monthly loan payments and overall interest costs.
  • Monthly Payments: Calculate how much you can afford to spend on monthly loan payments. As a general rule of thumb, your monthly car payment should stay within 15 percent of your monthly take-home pay.
  • Loan Term: Consider the length of the loan term. While longer terms may result in lower monthly payments, they often lead to higher overall interest costs. Choose a loan term that aligns with your financial goals and preferences.
  • Other Car Expenses: Estimate ongoing operational costs such as fuel, insurance, maintenance, and repairs. Also, account for insurance and registration for your vehicle.

By carefully considering these factors, you can establish a realistic budget that aligns with your financial situation and goals. This will guide your car search and help you avoid financial strain in the long run.

Identify Your Needs

Identifying your needs is a crucial step in finding the right new car, as it ensures that the vehicle you choose aligns with your lifestyle, preferences, and practical requirements. Here are some detailed considerations to help you identify your needs:

  • How many passengers will be riding in your car?
  • What sort of cargo will you be traveling with?
  • How much do you prioritize fuel efficiency?
  • Is your driving typically in a city, spent on highways, or occasionally off-road?
  • What tech and safety features do you want?

By carefully thinking through these aspects, you can create a checklist of features and specifications that align with your needs. This will guide your car search and help you find a vehicle that not only suits your current lifestyle but also accommodates potential future changes.

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Do Your Research

Whether you will be buying or leasing your new car, you’ll be spending quite a bit of time within it over the foreseeable future. That is why it's important to research your options so you can find a car that fits both your budget and meshes with the personal needs you identified.

You can start by exploring the official websites of car manufacturers to get detailed specifications and features. Then read through car reviews online so you can get a better sense of what specific models offer in terms of overall driving experience.

Be sure to look at important aspects of the vehicle too, such as safety ratings and reliability scores. You can also stop by your local dealership and test drive the specific model you are interested in to do your own real-life research to see how it performs around your local area.

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Find Your Next Car Online with AcceleRide®

At this point, you will have a great idea of which new car is a fit for you, and you can then start your car-buying journey. With AcceleRide®, you can do this too, right online, since you can browse through a wide array of new cars that we have available. We carry a variety of models from major brands like Acura, Chrysler, Ford, Subaru, and more, so there’s sure to be something for every kind of driver.

Visit our website or download our app, and you can search for cars based on their make, model, and location, as well as body type, drivetrain, and other key features. Finding your next car online offers you more convenience and more options than ever before. Instead of checking individual dealerships’ inventories, we have everything for you to view on one page so you can soon get to enjoying smiles for miles in the new car you want!

Buy a Car Online

Explore everything we have to offer, and when you find a new car that you want to drive, schedule delivery and get it dropped off right at your door.

Buying your next car online is easy and can be done in just a few steps:

  • Choose your vehicle.
  • Customize your deal, build your payment plan, and choose your warranty coverage options.
  • Get your new car delivered!

We make finding the right new car online even easier by promising upfront pricing before you make any commitment. All auto payment plan details are 100 percent transparent and clearly laid out, so you know exactly what to expect.

The process is self-directed, and you can move at your own pace on your own schedule. If you do have any questions during the process, there are experts on hand to help. You’ll also have time to make an exchange if you’d like with our 5-day/250-mile Money Back Guarantee.

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Trade-In Your Current Ride

Already have a car? With our motto of “Buy. Sell. Be Happy.”, you can trade it in with us and apply its value to the cost of your new one. The trade-in process can happen all online, too. Getting an appraisal for a firm cash offer only takes a few steps:

  • Upload basic information about your current car, including its VIN and photos of its interior and exterior.
  • Get a firm offer. This offer is valid for seven days or 250 additional miles, so you have time to consider the offer with no commitment.
  • Schedule a quick inspection with one of our service technicians to confirm the offer, and you’re all set!

When we come by to drop off your new car, we can also pick up your trade-in, too, for extra convenience.

Find the Right New Car Today


Finding the right new car is as simple as visiting the AcceleRide® website or downloading our app. You can have a new car delivered right to your door before you know it. Happy driving!

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