Posts Tagged ‘Tips’
10 Cars That Are Most Likely To Last At Least 200,000 Miles
The 200,000 mile mark is a benchmark of sorts for cars. If a vehicle you own makes it to 200,000 miles or more, than you can rest easy knowing that your car has served you well. You’ve gotten your money’s worth and it no longer owes you anything. Each mile tacked onto the car after…
Read More10 Hidden Costs To Watch Out For When Leasing a Car
Car companies today are aggressively pushing leases. How many television ads have you seen that exclaim “lease from only $59 a week” or “lease to own for only $139 bi-weekly?” The crux of these ads are that it’s cheaper to get into a new vehicle by leasing it than by financing the purchase of a…
Read MoreImportant Tips For Avoiding Driver Fatigue
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, about half of all motor vehicle accidents are the result of driver fatigue. Some statistical agencies estimate that 25% of all motor vehicle fatalities are due to people falling asleep at the wheel of their car. Anyone who has been on a long road trip will know that,…
Read MoreStop Being a Slob: Spring Cleaning Tips For Your Car
Spring is fast approaching. With it comes the need to start cleaning after a long and dirty winter. And few things need a good scrub as much as your car. Vehicles go through a punishing time during winter — snow, ice, salt, sand, dirt, slush and gravel all conspire to leave cars filthy inside and…
Read MoreDon’t Fall For These Tricks Used By Sneaky Car Salesman
Car salesmen have a bit of a bad reputation. In some cases, it’s for a good reason. Many of the stereotypes about car salesman being slick, fast talkers who play games with customers in an effort to separate them from their money are true. They earn money based on sales commissions, so you can understand…
Read MoreTips For Getting A Good Deal On A New (or Used) Car
Negotiating a car deal can be a painful ordeal. The bargaining, the haggling, the second guessing, the back-and-forth, the confusing numbers. It all adds up to one big headache. Even worse, you usually leave a dealership feeling that the cards were stacked against you from the start. Lots of car buyers end up feeling like…
Read MoreBuyer Beware: Your Mechanic Could Use These Scams To Rip You Off
Most mechanics are decent, hardworking folks. Almost all of them, in fact. That said, more than a few mechanics are known for taking liberties when it comes to diagnosing problems with your vehicle. Some shady mechanics count on the fact that you’re not exactly a car expert. If they think they can get away with…
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