Do’s and don’ts of car buying, as new vehicle prices near $50,000

Prices on new vehicles are high. But late winter shopping, having a trade-in and avoiding long loans can help car buyers save thousands on new vehicles.

The average new car buyer spent more than $49,000 on their vehicle in January, but you don't have to pay that much, even for a new vehicle.

Kaitlin Fields found success by shopping during the winter months instead of waiting for spring.

"People are probably looking for cars more in the springtime, and the summer," Fields said.

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Graham Wyler of the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family offered us several tips for getting a better deal on a new car.