Jonathan Welsh answers readers' car questions.

As many car dealers are going out of business, it's up to the consumer to follow up with purchases and make sure they don't get burned.  

The news keeps getting worse for the automaking industry as car makers are now preparing to deal with inventory loan defaults from dealerships nationwide.

Within hours of being approved for government funding, the leading car lending relaxed its loan requirements, unlike big banks still wary of lending months later. The market is open to a majority of consumers and now is a good time to take the reigns in auto-buying.

Ron Amadon has tested a slew of cars and here gives his selection of the best vehicles he drove in 2008.

Banks were much harder hit in the financial crisis than credit unions, giving credit unions a unique opportunity to step in with auto loans. Access to loans has been dwindling across the board, and struggling auto makers need all the help they can get right now.

The big three auto makers are struggling, and the Treasury has offered TARP funds to keep them afloat for now. But what will be a long term fix for them?

Here are six points from experts on how to get the best deal on a car right now.

If you can afford to buy a car in this economy, then you're in a great position right now. Here are some tips for consumers looking to buy a car.

Jennifer Openshaw offers up three places to look for finding bargains right now.