Auto loans for newcomers—questions to ask when buying your first car in Canada​ Dec 22nd

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CPP payment dates in 2025, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan Apr 2nd

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Auto loans for newcomers—questions to ask when buying your first car in Canada​Buying a car in Canada can be a daunting task for newcomers to the country, facing unique challenges like a lack of credit history, an unfamiliar selection of vehicles, new regulations, and new financing and insurance options. Below, we’ll dive into the important steps, tips and pitfalls to help newcomers successfully navigate the Canadian car-buying journey. We’ve included insights from Janet Gray, an advice-only Certified Financial Planner with Money Coaches Canada.

What is the average car price in Canada?

According to CanadianAutoDealer.ca, the average transaction price for a new passenger car in Canada is about $46,000, and the average transaction price for a new light truck (pickup or SUV) is about $54,000. Just under 9 in 10 vehicles sold in Canada are light trucks. Fewer shoppers than ever are choosing to drive passenger cars, and fewer automakers are selling them.

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