Rainy Day Driving 101
November 18th, 2013Of all weather-related car accidents in the United States, rain causes the most accidents, outpacing snow-related collisions by 3 to 1. Every year, rain is blamed for over 700,000 car accidents, 330,000 injuries, and 3,300 deaths according to the US Department of Transportation. People continue to drive too fast on the roads because they have a false sense of security about …
I Can’t Do What!? The World’s Strangest Driving Laws
October 14th, 2013Most traffic laws make sense. We need speed limits and tough drink driving statutes. Some laws are so arcane, outdated or just plain odd that they completely defy all logic. You’re Going To Need a Permit For That Perhaps one of the strangest things to need permission for can be found in Bangkok, where, if you wish to change the …
Secrets to Car Restoration – Getting the Car of Your Dreams
October 14th, 2013You can quickly drop a big chunk of money on car restoration. According to the Specialty Equipment Marketing Association, 55 percent of all people who restore cars spend between $1,000 and $5,000 on their vehicles. Odds are good you, too, will be spending that kind of money if you’ve decided to commit to a restoration project. It’s important to know …
Spotting Car Dealer Scams – Know When to Walk Out the Door
October 1st, 2013He’s wearing an ill-fitting suit coat that was already out-of-date back in the ’90s. He looks way too happy for his own good. He has the very best deals to offer, good for ‘today only!’ And you can already spot leaky oil spots under vehicles filling his used-car lot. He’s a scammer, and he’s not always this easy to spot. …
Top New Car Lease and Finance Deals for September
September 18th, 2013Autumn is the best time of the year to buy or lease a new car because car dealers are trying to sell their 2013 model year inventory to make room for the new 2014 model year vehicles. To help car dealers sell plenty of new cars, manufacturers are extending some great lease and finance deals to help move these cars …
Auto Refinancing – Is it the Right Choice for Me?
September 12th, 2013Auto refinancing can save you a considerable amount of money every month. However, refinancing your existing car loan may not be the right decision for everyone. Auto refinancing comes with some restrictions so be sure to check with any prospective lender to identify those up front. Some of the restrictions are vehicle mileage, amount still owed on your existing loan, …
5 Reasons to Attend a Barrett-Jackson Auction for a Classic Car
August 29th, 2013In the collector car world, there are only so many ways to acquire your dream vehicle. You’re mostly limited to scouring classified ads, auto sites and car lots, or hiring people to search for you. But an enjoyable (and easy) way to get the exact car you’ve been pining for is to attend a collector car auction. One of the …
New Car Labor Day Deals to Save Money
August 23rd, 2013It’s the end of the summer, and whether you’re planning for a family road trip before you head back to school, are upsizing your vehicle to make it easier to carry kids in carpools, or just need something to help you transport lots of stuff, we’ve selected ten vehicles that are likely to be the best deals available over the …
Top New Car Lease, Cash, and Finance Options for August 2013
August 16th, 2013With Labor Day weekend fast approaching, and as summer ends, manufacturers are extending some great lease and finance deals to help move cars off the lots and into buyer’s garages. To help move cars off the lots as the summer wanes, some automakers are even offering 0% financing as well as thousands of dollars in cash incentives on a wide …
How to Lower Your Car Payment – Auto Refinancing
July 30th, 2013There are a number of reasons why an individual may be interested in lowering their monthly car payment. Look, we have all had to look for creative ways over the past few years on how to pinch a penny here and there. It could be that your household is now a single income family, you could not be making the …