When you’re in the market for a new car, the hassles of going through car dealerships, haggling with salespeople, and discussing dealer incentives can take the fun out of the experience. Thankfully though, these days, buying a car can be done online, without costing you valuable time or money you need if you’re doing it the conventional way. You can do your research and finalize your purchase with a few clicks on your keyboard. Here are some tips on how to buy a car online: Read More
When planning for a new car, making sure you have enough money not only to afford the purchase but to maintain it as well, should be the first thing on your mind. Creating a budget for a new car purchase doesn’t have to be complicated. There are numerous budgeting programs that serve that very purpose. But before you start, here are a few things you need to assess: Read More
Growing up in Canada, we basically have two seasons: winter and summer (not to be confused with a little warmer winter). Being that most of Canada is actually quite rural as compared to our American counterparts, when we get to that magical age of sixteen driving for most of us is pure freedom! Naturally, we are more focused on being great drivers and getting the hell away from the house and being able to go far more places than you could walking or riding a dreadful bicycle. So, what are my other four top reasons for Canucks being better drivers? Read More
When someone is in the market for a hybrid vehicle, they are primarily looking for two things: fuel economy and environmental impact. Before you go and stick your nose up in your self-righteous manner to your fellow gas-powered peers, recent facts and figures are indicating that hybrid vehicles are actually relatively inferior to that of a MPG-minded gas equivalent. Here’s why:
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If you are in the market for a new car, but only have a used car amount of money, you’re in luck. Because we break down the 10 most affordable cars for the penny pinching public. All 10 cars come in under $15,000, the initial price is low but not the only concern. We factor in reliability, gas price and depreciation. Giving you the most car for the least amount of money. Read More
Generation Y buyers, otherwise called the Millennials, are a no-nonsense group with big demands and little patience for the “old” ways of the auto industry, whether it is the cars themselves or the sales and service experience. Industry and trend experts say Gen Y will replace the current demographic of aging baby boomers, who have for so long been the dominant force in the car business, calling for attention from dealers and manufacturers alike. Read More
In retrospect, car buying hasn’t changed all that much; you still select the car you want, create a budget and negotiate the deal with the car dealers—what has changed is the market and the innovations assisting consumers in the car buying process. And it’s not something to simply overlook. Read More
Some dealers might say they’d rather not see all that pricing and incentive information on the Internet and in the hands of customers, but dealers who embrace data and change can thrive and prosper to make their customers very happy. According to the Business Development Bank of Canada, an increasing amount of research is done online even if consumers don’t buy online. Approximately 70% of buyers do online research prior to buying. Read More
Whether you’re flinging it around a track, or bumper battling your way to work the new Mazda 6 has what you need. I can’t help but smile at the person who has bought a new Mazda 6 and fought to banish beige and blandness from a segment that sees nothing but. While the competitors are focused on miles per gallon, the Mazda 6 focuses on smiles per gallon, and gets quite a few miles in there as well coming in at 30-35 mpg in real world driving. When buying a new car it used to be a tough decision between the Ford Fusion and the family vacation to Mexico. Now it’s no battle… Just a Mazda 6. Read More
There’s more to car dealerships than the perception of sleezy salesman trying to rip you off. Far from it, Canadian car dealers have been the #1 source for new car buyers when looking to learn more about the car buying process. And so we’ve compiled the best advice from car dealers across Canada to help you out during your car buying process.
Learn how to get the most out of your car buying efforts with this free book. Read More
