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No-haggle Dealerships: are They Really a Better Deal?
For most people, the idea of haggling for a new car leaves them with a sinking feeling. It seems that no matter how much we learn about the car, the options and the pricing, we are never quite certain that we have actually gotten the best deal. We leave the dealership with a vague feeling that we have overpaid for our new car. Until fairly recently, there was no remedy for this particular ailment. If you wanted a new car, you went to the dealership to haggle. General Motors came up with a new idea. Read
By: Levi Quinn | 31/10/2007 | Automotive
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New Epa Tests and Formulas Expected to Reduce Fuel Economy Estimates
For decades new car buyers have complained that their fuel economy has not measured up to the EPA estimates on the window sticker. Since the EPA began providing mileage estimates in the 1970’s, it has been known that the testing methods were not reflective of real world driving conditions and are more effective in comparing mileage between different models than determining actual fuel economy. Read
By: Levi Quinn | 28/10/2007 | Automotive
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Why you Should Consider Leasing a Vehicle
Is your current vehicle paid off, do you plan to pay it off, have you ever paid a vehicle off? If you answered ‘no’ to these questions, you may be able to save a lot of money or drive a very upscale vehicle, if not both, by leasing. Read
By: Levi Quinn | 26/10/2007 | Automotive
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Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Pros And Cons
In the past few years, hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have been getting a lot of press, both good and bad. As with any new technology-that is, any technology newly offered to the public-there are proponents and opponents to the wide use of HEVs. Pros and cons are bandied about freely,... Read
By: Levi Quinn | 24/10/2007 | Automotive
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Icebound No More: Getting your Car Unstuck
If you've done much driving in wintry weather, at some point your vehicle has probably been stuck on ice or snow. You might get stuck, but there are some tricks to getting your car moving again. For the purposes of this article, we'll assume that it’s stuck simply because the tires have lost traction on a slippery surface (that is, it's not in a ditch, and all four tires are on the ground). Read
By: Levi Quinn | 22/10/2007 | Automotive
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Hybrid Vs. Diesel
In these days of soaring gas prices, it seems that everyone is looking to increase their gas mileage. In the past, those looking to drive the most fuel-efficient vehicle had just one option: diesel trucks and cars. Diesel vehicles use significantly less fuel than cars that run on regular gas. There is an option to diesel vehicles. Recently, hybrid vehicles have been appearing everywhere. No longer are they just slightly odd-looking compact cars. Hybrid technology can be found in everything from compact cars to SUVs. Are you better off with the old, diesel standby or do hybrid cars really offer more? Read
By: Levi Quinn | 20/10/2007 | Automotive
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Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Pros and Cons
In the past few years, hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have been getting a lot of press, both good and bad. As with any new technology—that is, any technology newly offered to the public—there are proponents and opponents to the wide use of HEVs. Pros and cons are bandied about freely, and it can be difficult for the average person to weed out any useful information. Read
By: Levi Quinn | 17/10/2007 | Automotive
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Have Car, Will Travel: Vacations by Car
With vacation season in full force, you may be planning a getaway of your own. Once you've figured out where you're going, you have to decide on how to get there. Some places require traveling by air; it's the only way to get there, so the decision is an easy one. If it's a location to which you can drive, however, you're faced with a choice: should you drive, or should you fly? Read
By: Levi Quinn | 15/10/2007 | Travel
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Fuel-miser Driving Tips
If you drive to work every day, chances are that keeping your gas tank full is getting somewhat pricey. Increasing numbers of people are considering alternative ways to commute, including carpooling and various forms of public transportation. These options aren't for everyone, however. Perhaps, out of choice or necessity, you've committed to the solo commute. Read
By: Levi Quinn | 13/10/2007 | Automotive
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Warranties and Add-ons Defined
After you have picked out your car and agreed on a price, you must go into the business or finance office, also called F&I, whether you have your own financing or not, to complete the transaction. In addition to preparing the necessary paperwork and trying to finance your purchase, you will also be offered several different packages and add-ons for your new vehicle. However, some of these products are simply not worth the money, while others may be necessary for some people. Read
By: Levi Quinn | 11/10/2007 | Automotive