With all the kerfuffle about tariffs and how they’re hitting the auto industry these days, there’s suddenly been a lot more talk about which vehicles are actually built in the US. This makes sense since there’s now a real financial incentive for folks to care about this, and it highlights one of the leitmotifs of […]
Category: Car Buying
“Made in America” – What Can We Learn From the Tariffs?
With all of the talk of tariffs that have been going around for the last few months, most of the focus has been on the numbers and percentages involved, along with how that will impact the prices of cars and parts here in the US. That’s a perfectly reasonable thing to focus on since it’s […]
Are We Really Ordering Cars on Amazon Now?
Imagine if you could buy a car the same way you buy presents for your in-laws. Hop onto Amazon, type in a few search cues, click a few buttons, scroll, “add to cart,” go through the checkout, click to confirm the purchase, and you have a car. For some drivers, this is a reality as […]
Questions to Ask Yourself When Shopping for a Used Toyota Tundra
Buying a used truck can be a great choice for many people regardless of make and model, and the legendarily reliable Toyota Tundra is no exception. Nearly three million Tundra’s have been sold in the US as of this writing, and a typical Tundra can easily go 250,000 miles with proper maintenance—multiple Tundras have famously […]
8 Reasons We Recommend the Subaru Impreza for First-Time Car Buyers
Purchasing your first car is an exciting experience, but it can also be intimidating. With so many options available, it’s easy to get lost in the confusion of features, specifications, and price ranges. However, for many first-time buyers, there is one particular vehicle that stands out above the rest: the Impreza meets all the necessary […]
A Look at Some of the Most Overpriced Car Options and Features
When you’re shopping for a new car, there are certain options and features you’re likely looking for. You certainly are not alone when trying to find the perfect vehicle. There are numerous options you can get from the factory or the dealer, and some are more popular than others. For example, the “2022 Future Attribute […]
The Microchip Shortage: What to Know Now That It’s Over
As we gradually make our way through 2024, the tumultuous period of 2020 seems far removed from our daily conversations. The year seemed like everything was turned upside down; the arrival of Covid-19 and the onset of a global pandemic meant that new terms were entering our vocabulary. In a short time, we quickly got […]
Exactly How Useful Is a Carfax Report?
When you’re shopping for used cars for sale, many dealerships will promise that the vehicle you’re interested in comes with the Carfax report. You’re supposed to take a lot of comfort in this because it’s basically the rap sheet for your vehicle. It’s like running a background check on a car before deciding to buy […]
9 Benefits and Drawbacks of Choosing an Older Car
If one thing’s become clear in recent years, it’s that simply existing is becoming more expensive with each passing day. With going to the grocery store costing more than ever before, niceties like transportation become a bigger strain on our budgets. This is a time in which a new vehicle is an impossible idea for […]
Car Prices Aren’t Going Down, Here’s Why
You don’t have to follow the car industry closely to know that car prices, particularly used car prices, reached all time highs in recent years as manufacturers grappled with supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic, global conflicts, union strikes, and rising inflation. This phenomenon peaked in 2022, when many used cars were selling for […]
The Online Experience: A New Era for Dealerships and Car Buyers
Years ago, I remember being enamored by the idea that I didn’t have to buy my college textbooks from the campus bookstore, but could find them on the internet and have them shipped to my door. It was a foreign concept, and the name of the website even more so: Amazon. It turns out that […]
When Will Car Prices Stabilize?
In recent months and years, consumers have been greeted with significant price increases due to inflation, supply chain issues, and other factors. Car buyers, in particular, are feeling the pinch. Edmunds reports that in July 2023, the average person paid 33.7% more for a new car and 45.7% more for a used car than they […]
Why It’s So Hard to Figure Out Which Vehicles Are Best
A friend of mine recently asked me which car companies I would recommend—he wants to get a used vehicle, but he’s not sure where to start. I started to give him my usual answer about checking out how different brands are ranked at the moment, but then I realized I had a problem. I wasn’t […]
How Owning the Chevy Silverado Could Make You a Legend
From the “Rat Pack” in the sixties to the somewhat odd “Bronies” fan clubs of the last twenty years, social cliques dedicated to a singular common interest are nothing new. A way of connecting with others who share similar passions, these sometimes exclusive clubs offer a way of nurturing said interests. Some of these groups […]
Breaking Down the Online Shopping Experience
In the past few years, accommodations have been made for doing business online rather than in person. And while many may have thought this convenience might go away post-pandemic, the practice is continuing just as strongly as ever. You can even purchase a car online and have it delivered to your door. It’s true. The […]
Car Rental 101: Common Questions and Answers
No one is born knowing how to rent a car or what terms and conditions to be aware of, yet it is something so commonplace that it is easy to feel foolish asking fundamental questions about it. However, asking questions is always a good idea. Before jumping into anything—even something as straightforward as a short-term […]
What Happened to Cheap Used Cars?
I was recently talking to my mother, and she said she was considering getting rid of her car. It’s about six years old at this point, and she’s having a few more maintenance and service issues than in years past, but it still works, and, more importantly, it’s paid off. I quickly and loudly told […]
Why Ground Clearance Matters in Your Vehicle
Some drivers have always had to think about ground clearance. Those who have grown up around agricultural sites or back country roads that aren’t well-kept know how important ground clearance is. However, some drivers go their whole lives never having to think about this feature of a vehicle. If you’ve always lived in the city […]
The Best of Subaru
You might be looking for a Subaru Legacy for sale, or you might have your eye on an Outback. One thing that is certain when you decide to buy a Subaru is that you can rest easy knowing you’re going to be getting a lot of value for your dollar. Subaru is a brand that […]
The Importance of Vehicles Like the Subaru Impreza
Have you ever heard about the Subaru Solterra? Don’t feel bad if you haven’t; plenty of people are still unaware of what the Solterra is, but why is that? Simple: the 2023 Solterra is the first release. If you haven’t heard about the Solterra, it’s the priciest Subaru vehicle, with the 2023 model sporting a […]