# This Simple Step Could Save You From Getting Scammed While Car Shopping

> Americans are having a tough time affording new vehicles, and it's not just because the average price has reached around $50,000 for the first time in history.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2160271/car-shopping-good-bad-deal-formula-simple-step/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69f912b46114bc4e74587af8)
- **Published:** 2026-05-04
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #getting #save #scammed #shopping #simple #step #affording #americans
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