When applying for auto loans or mortgage loans, you can apply at as many lenders you want, within a 45 day period, and it only show one credit inquire on your credit report.
This is not true for credit cards, personal loans, lines of credit. These will show each inquiry separately which if done in a short period of time, can adversely effect your score.
So if you do want to apply for a new credit card, put in an application with one that advertises a low interest rate. And go from there.
