The Best Car Buying Apps of 2016: Your Guide to a Smarter Drive

: A perennial powerhouse, Autotrader remains a go-to for its massive network of over 6 million vehicles. Its "My Autotrader" feature is particularly useful for 2016 shoppers, allowing you to save favorites and receive instant alerts when a car you're eyeing drops in price.

: While it doesn't sell cars directly, the Edmunds app is arguably the best research tool of the year. It features "True Market Value" (TMV), which shows you what others in your specific area are actually paying for a vehicle, rather than just the MSRP. Transparency & Trust Tools Top 5 Car-Buying Apps - Mountain America Credit Union