Archive for August, 2008

The 2009 Ford Flex has a boxy exterior that provokes a definite response: either you love it or you hate it. This vehicle has a singular style on the inside and out, and therefore could never be called a me-too car. At the press launch, Ford noted that this vehicle is in the same bloodline […]

Many drivers have a hard time finding a repair shop that they feel is trustworthy.  While some motorists feel comfortable taking their car to the dealership, others prefer going to an independent repair shop.  So, which one is better? You will find several advantages to going to the dealership repair shop.  First of all, dealerships […]

In this day and age there are numerous different places to buy a used car.  You can do an Internet search, look at your local car dealer, or buy from a private owner.  Any one of these places is a good option for buying a used car if you do your research. If you want […]

Consumers can experience sensory overload when walking down the car care isle at their local store.  It can be confusing to know what products to purchase, or even if you need to purchase them.  Some people assume that if you have a factory auto warranty that includes the finish, you don’t need to bother washing […]

Car shoppers are always questioning whether they should lease, or buy with new car warranties. But, here’s another question for shoppers: Will you even be able to lease your next vehicle? U.S. carmakers’ financial subsidiaries have had to cut back on their leasing program, because of lower used-car values, especially with large vehicles. Based on […]

When it comes time for you to test-drive a car, you need to be aware of a few things.  After all, this will be one of your most important drives ever, so make sure to get the most out of it. First, make sure you test-drive the exact model that you’re thinking of buying.  There […]

The Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Honda Civic, and Nissan Altima were among the new vehicles that were most searched for on AutoTrader.com. AutoTrader.com has researched the shopping habits of over 14 million visitors monthly on their site. Also, they have begun compiling the data in order to provide insight into sales trends in the auto […]

Satellite navigation devices, or the popular GPS interfaces that many motorists have in their vehicles, are, seemingly, responsible for a large share of accidents and driving practices that are risky. With almost half of the motorists on the roads having access to devices such as these in their vehicles, it appears that this technology has […]

For those people looking for an entry-level car with all-wheel drive, the Subaru Impreza is a great option.  All 2008 Imprezas are equipped with all-wheel drive, and are available in hatchbacks or sedans.  You can buy the base 2.5i model for approximately $16,995, including new car warranties. If you would rather buy a used vehicle, […]

Soon, Nissan Motor Co. will put out vehicles that push back if drivers attempt to put their pedal to the metal.  Also, Nissan has been busy developing a test model that is loaded with added sensor technology in order to make cars crash-free. The safety features that Nissan unveiled this week are among the latest […]