Entertaining and informative source for detailed car reviews, road tests, and comparison tests.  Find their list of "10 Best Cars" and "5 Best Trucks" under the Special Sections tab.

One of the largest car buying sites on the Internet.  Find new/used car pricing and reviews, used car listings, compare manufacturer's warranties, and find customer incentives (rebates).  Access thousands of newspaper reviews, from 1984 to the present, with their Reviews Database.

The Autos section features articles listing recommended models.  Paid subscription required for online access to in-depth ratings and reviews. 

IN THE LIBRARY: The Library also has their annual New Car Buying Guide and Used Car Buying Guide (click on title for Library holdings).

Great all-purpose car buying site with new, certified used, and used car/truck prices, reviews and listings.  Find road tests, rebates, buyer's advice, safety ratings, and news.  Check the various Top 10 Lists for Editors' Picks & Suggestions.  The Library also carries their annual new and used cars and trucks buyer's guides.

Compare new car prices and features, check out used car models, investigate IntelliChoice's "Best Values," and even look at financing possibilities.  Includes helpful Calculators and buying, care, and repair tips.

Reviews and road tests are searchable by car make/model.  One Year Test Updates can troubleshoot for potential problems.  Also lists Motor Trend's annual Car, Truck, and SUV of the Year awards.

Search by VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) to see a used car's history.  Record checks are free but detailed reports require a fee. 

Find used car values, new car pricing, car buying, and links to other automotive information on the Web.  The Library also carries the current print Kelley Blue Books behind the Reference Desk.

Appraisal guides for cars, motorcycles, boats, and RVs.  Offers free new and used car pricing, and detailed reviews.  Also offers free finance, lease, insurance, and warranty quotes.

The price authority for classic and collectible automobiles.  Prices correspond with car conditions of "fair," "good," "excellent," and "show."  Actual prices are based on car auction results and verified private transactions.

Find crash test results, recall notices, and other consumer safety information from the federal government under the "Popular Information" menu. 

Find crash test results, and injury collision and theft data for most cars from these respected nonprofit organizations.

Compare fuel economy data for specific vehicles, calculate annual fuel cost, and get tips for improving fuel economy for your current vehicle.

Verify licenses for repair dealers, smog check stations, smog check technicians, as well as look up a vehicle's smog check history.  Downloadable complaint forms available.

10W40.com 

Collection of online car maintenance articles, manuals, advice, and automotive parts guide for the do-it-yourself auto enthusiast.  Arranged by category but also searchable by keyword.

IN THE LIBRARY:  The Main Library also has the annual Chilton's Auto Repair Manual in the General Reference Area.  To find Chilton's repair manuals for a specific make/model to checkout, go to the Library Catalog, enter the make of your car (e.g. Toyota) and the word repair in the textbox.  Then click on Search.  Click on Full Details to find the make/model/year covered in each book.