Archive for June, 2008

Anti-lock braking systems, or ABS, were made available for cars in America in 1978.  Mercedes-Benz was the first carmaker to install them on their vehicles.  Then, Cadillac began installing ABS on their luxury vehicles in 1986. ABS utilizes onboard computers, which have links to the wheel sensors, that make the brakes automatically pump at a […]

According to recent data from J.D. Power and Assoc. Toyota does the best job out of any car company in America of keeping its consumers coming back for more.  This data also shows that General Motors comes in second place for retaining customers. Among recent new vehicle shoppers who previously owned a Toyota, Scion, or […]

Many motorists don’t realize that a little bit of routine maintenance can keep you free of expensive car repairs.  And most maintenance takes no more time than refilling the fluid for your windshield wipers.  Here are a few tips to help keep drivers safe and free of trouble. Make sure to change your oil every […]

Consumers are looking to the Internet to purchase cars, an auto warranty, as well as auto loans.  Now, there is a whole new level for vehicle searching because of the search engine, Autoopia, autoopia.com.  Just like Google revolutionized how people perform general searches, Autoopia has revolutionized how people search for vehicles.  This search engine uses […]

When it comes time to buy a family vehicle, there are many considerations.  First, you have to think about having plenty of seats and cargo space so your family is comfortable.  Next, you need to find a car with good fuel-efficiency, low maintenance costs, dependability and most importantly, safety.  That is a lot to ask […]

OK, it’s definitely official: Hybrid cars are the wave of the future.  With gas prices over $4 per gallon and oil at approximately $100 a barrel, we need to save on fuel costs.  And, global warming and the air quality concerns make it a good time to take the plunge.  But, which hybrid should you […]

People become irrational about their cars.  They treat them as if they are their babies and give them affectionate wash and wax jobs on the weekends.  Some drivers even talk to their vehicles and give them a pat here and there.  But as much as our cars mean to us, we don’t need to waste […]

Used cars are a great option for car shoppers because cars today have such good quality that they last longer.  This allows motorists to enjoy a car that someone else has already owned.  Some advocates of used cars like to say that a used car is just a model that’s already been broken in. In […]

In today’s world, the divide between new and used cars are less distinct because of certified pre-owned programs that manufacturers support.  Now, consumers can purchase luxury vehicles that appear to be brand new. Mercedes Benz was the first auto manufacturer to offer a certification program that was comprehensive in 1989.  Lexus then began a certified […]

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 […]