Modern cars are full of exciting new features: some save fuel, some keep us safe and some are literally a computer inside. In-car entertainment systems, also known as infotainment systems, are as common today as cigarette lighters once were. If you’ve gone car shopping in the past few years, you would have seen these in-car technologies presented as standard features. Read More
Car shopping skills, you think you got ‘em, but they aren’t something you’re born with. Buying a new car can be a stressful process – sort of like taking an exam or giving a presentation. If you are not prepared you are going to end up making mistakes and feeling silly, if not stupid. Read More
Have you ever wondered how car salespeople make money? By selling cars, obviously, but how much and when? Read More
Like fashion, automotive trends change each year. Innovation in technology, safety and design paired with consumer demands inspire manufacturers to test new initiatives. If you are car shopping, it’s worth taking into consideration the popular and the stylish before making the purchase. Read More
Regular warranties provided by auto manufacturers only offer a limited coverage that varies depending on the vehicle and the time limit. Extended warranties are attractive because they offer vehicles greater variety and prolonged coverage. A car owner with extended warranty will not have to pay for unexpected repairs. It’s also simple to get. Car buyers don’t even need to handle the paperwork; the dealership does it all for them. Read More
Parking lot accidents are all too common. A speedy driver rushing towards an exit, an SUV parked in a spot for compact vehicle and a distracted driver backing out, all this is a recipe for a fender bender or worse. Read More
As gas prices continue to increase and the state of our environment remains a hot topic, our automotive fuel economy matters. So, with that in mind, what is fuel economy? It’s the relationship between distance travelled in a car and the amount of fuel consumed. Read More
In movies and television, a flaming car often guarantees an explosion. It comes either as a payoff to a lengthy car chase as exhibited on multiple occasions in the Fast and Furious series or as an act of self-sabotage as seen in Breaking Bad when Walter White sets his son’s 2009 Dodge Challenger ablaze after a joy ride. Read More
The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe is no illusion – it really is two vehicles in one: a larger family crossover SUV and a smaller Sport version. This affordable vehicle boasts a spacious cabin, exceptional crash test scores and a hefty bundle of standardized equipment. Read More
Buying a car? If so, then you may want to check your credit history to make sure you are eligible for a loan. Bad credit accumulates when you fail to keep up with your credit agreements. So, if you don’t pay your credit card bills on time, have a negative balance on your bank account or worse have filed for bankruptcy and had your assets repossessed, then your credit history is probably not that good. Read More
