When heading out on a family trip, there are many steps that should be taken to ensure that if something goes wrong, you’re adequately prepared. Make sure your car insurance is up to date. Put your insurance card in your glove box in case it is needed. Also store your car registration and some emergency [...]
“Get what you want, not what they want you to buy,” a former car dealer says. When purchasing your car, a dealer cannot require you to accept any additional options for any reason. Pay careful attention to the contract because often a few extras can end up in your deal and you may not notice. [...]
Choosing between a corner garage or a dealership service department for your car maintenance can be a challenging decision. Regular maintenance is a must for any car as regular tune-ups keep your car in optimum condition. Both corner garages and dealerships are good choices for car maintenance. Regardless of the size of the repair, you [...]
Understanding the different types of car warranties can be a daunting task. After all, it is very important to know what is and what is not covered should something wear or break on your car. Buying a car can be a whirlwind-like experience, thus fully comprehending your warranty is often times the last thing on [...]
So you’ve decided on the car you want to buy and you’re doing some calculating to see if it fits in your budget. You know what the monthly payments will be if you finance it, and you have a reasonably clear idea of what you’ll spend on gas and insurance. But what about maintenance and [...]
Alison had just finished loading the last shopping bag into her car after a marathon journey through the big discount food store with her 5-year-old daughter Emma. She wanted to reward Emma for being a patient girl, and so when Emma asked if she could ride up front “just this once”, Alison wavered and almost [...]
You press the brake pedal of your car hundreds of times each day. Every press of the brake pedal involves a complex safety system that will remain dependable for years with proper maintenance. Safely stopping a 3,000-4,000 pound vehicle requires your brakes to be in optimum working condition at all times. You’ll need to know [...]
How important is premium and regular gas? Using premium gas in a car that is designed to run on regular won’t harm anything except your pocketbook. Putting regular gas in a car that requires premium though can result in reduced performance and engine damage. The easiest way to determine whether a car needs premium gas [...]
1. Get a realistic value on your car. Go to a website such as Kelly Blue Book or NADA to find out the average market price, then check local want ads for cars similar to yours. This should help you come up with a reasonable sales price for the car. 2. If there’s a lien [...]
“Are we there yet?” seems like a universal chant from restless kids, especially on long trips. Making trips, especially long ones can be a challenge when you have kids on board. To preserve your sanity, there are many ways to engage them until you arrive at your destination. One way to make kids forget about [...]
