In NYC the top taxicab lobby didn’t take lightly Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s attempt at making the taxi fleet hybrids.  After the announcement that NYC would require taxi companies to gradually phase out the V-8 Crown Victoria, which is a gas-guzzler, for hybrid vehicles that are much more expensive, the Metropolitan Taxicab Board of Trade started […]

It is helpful to use a car loan calculator to determine what the cost for a new or used car purchase will be monthly.
These can be found online with options for buying or leasing.  This is a helpful tool in determining what your budget actually is and how much car you can afford.  Just remember […]

Today, there are many options when purchasing a vehicle.  You can buy new, used or certified pre-owned.  However, many people just love the feeling of having that new car.  How do you know if a new car is right for you?
If you are one of those people who take great pride in the ownership of […]

Although General Motors has been busy planning a lineup of electric cars and subcompacts, it doesn’t mean that they have forgotten how to have a little fun.
With much anticipation, GM has introduced the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.  The excitement surrounding the event is usually only seen with Hollywood blockbusters and iPods.  There is no coincidence that […]

Buying a pre-owned car is a good way to get a good car for less money.  However, when most people go car shopping they inspect the outside thoroughly, but forget to inspect the interior.  Here are some things to look for.
Notice the smell of the interior.  If you detect mold, must or mildew, there is […]

If you’re planning on shopping for a brand new midsize sedan over the weekend, you will be able to choose from several vehicles with 0% financing.  The majority of the current incentives will conclude on Monday, including 36 months of 0% financing on the all-new 2009 Mazda6.  If you read the small type on the […]

What is important about age 13 that makes it OK for children to finally ride in the front seat of the car?  Are they finally big enough to withstand the impact of an airbag?  Are they at the age where they can behave in the front seat?
A big part of the problem is behavior.  When […]

According to a recent study by J.D. Power and Associates, there is a great amount of interest in hybrids and alternative fuel vehicles.  In fact, less than 25% of people asked revealed that they would only consider purchasing a car powered by gasoline.
However, there are some misconceptions.  Motorists who purchased a hybrid car expected that […]

What benefits come with purchasing a sedan?  Sedans will give you a balance of performance, handling, fuel-efficiency, safety and easy access.  Also, they handle well in the majority of driving situations.  Unless you are someone who needs to store a lot of cargo, they are a great option.
There are many different choices when looking at […]

In an exceptional instance of noticing an instant impact on customers from federal bailouts, GMAC, which is GM’s financing arm, is going to lower its requirements for credit from a credit score of 700 to 621 to get car loans.  GMAC did some restructuring last week to become a bank, and then secured aid of […]