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
Once upon a time, roads were littered with soccer moms and dads driving family station wagons and minivans to haul around their kids and cargo, but somewhere along the way the love for those vehicles just plain ran out! Read More
Messing around on your phone while driving might not seem as dangerous as sitting behind the wheel while intoxicated, but the scary truth of the matter is that it is…and then some! 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
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
A luxury car is an ideal – something to dream of, save up for and perhaps, one day, acquire. You may certainly not need a luxury car – the same way you don’t really need a piece of jewellery – but you wouldn’t mind having one all the same, if you could afford it. Read More
When it comes to buying a car, we tend to stick with the advice that says, “go new”, if for no other reason than to avoid crazy maintenance costs, but sometimes that’s a piece of luxury not everyone can afford. 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
Is bigger always better? Well, when it comes to car wheels and tires, some drivers certainly seem to think so! Switching out factory sets for larger sizes has become a popular auto trend over the last few years, and the claims that it’s all about style over substance have got it totally wrong. Industry experts have done their fair share of testing, and the results prove that big wheels offer practical benefits on the road too! Read More
