Black Friday Car Shopping: Everything You Need to Know
By Jennifer Geiger
November 1, 2018
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OK, you’ve got your eye on Walmart’s Black Friday deals … but aim higher: Black Friday can also be a great time to buy a car. Deals in 2017 were strong, and like the never-ending replays of “A Christmas Story” on cable TV, we’re expecting a repeat performance this year.
Whether it’s to trade in your old wheels in anticipation of winter, upgrade your ride after months of saving or surprise that special someone with the ultimate giant, red-bow-bedecked gift, November and December are popular months for car shoppers.
If you’re in the market, check back with us right here throughout the holiday season as we bring you updated info on incentives and deals, along with sleighfuls of advice on how to snag the best deals.
In the meantime, here’s everything you need to know about car shopping this winter:
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Jennifer Geiger
News Editor Jennifer Geiger joined the automotive industry in 2003, much to the delight of her Corvette-obsessed dad. Jennifer is an expert reviewer, certified car-seat technician and mom of three. She wears a lot of hats — many of them while driving a minivan.