Even though hybrid cars are still not the most popular choice amongst consumers, they are certainly gaining ground. It’s factual to state that they make up quite a small percent of car sales in the United States, but it’s also worth noting that with gasoline prices on the rise and the environment being a trending topic, quite a few people … Continue reading
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Rent a Truck and Go Off-Roading
For anyone familiar with off-road driving, an explanation is hardly necessary. For everyone else…here goes. It is essentially the practice of driving a specialized vehicle along unpaved areas, as opposed to traditional roadways. This includes sand, gravel, riverbeds, mud, snow, rocks, and any other kind of natural terrain. The practice has garnered almost a cult following, once an off-roader always … Continue reading
Hybrid Myth-Busters: The Top 5 Fictional Claims
As hybrid vehicles collect global popularity, they still find themselves plagued with myths and off-putting stories. It is important you can separate myth and fact in any category, but when purchasing an automobile it is also very important. Whether you’re haunted by stories of necessary wall sockets, inconvenient fuel cells, or any other negative press tales—understand there’s a motive behind … Continue reading
How to Care for Your Convertible Top
If you’re a convertible enthusiast than you understand the importance of keeping an orderly and clean top. If you’ve got an automated hard top, the hassle is hardly as relevant. However, if you’ve chosen a soft top as your preferred solution—you’ve got a little maintenance to do. Don’t fear, however, as the duty certainly does not need to be seriously … Continue reading
Hybrid Cars: The Pros and Cons
When looking at any invention, method plan, or anything for that matter—it’s imperative to weigh the pros and the cons. When it comes to hybrid cars, it is of course no different. If you ask the companies who manufacture these products, they certainly emphasize the pros, making their product seem like a divine invention you cannot be without. In this … Continue reading
Finding the Right Extended Car Warranty
It is without question that many professional relationships we engage with begin well but end poorly. The same is true with automobiles, namely with auto warranty. However, this doesn’t need to be the case if care is taken in identifying the absolute perfect situation for you and your personal specifications. You need to locate the perfect extended warranty—and by doing … Continue reading
Tips on Buying a Classic Car
Research is the key to successfully buying a classic car. There’ just something regal about the classics, something that you don’t see on modern cars anymore. Maybe it’s the authenticity, the grandeur, or just the sheer elegance that can only truly be found in a classic car. You know that crisp warm feeling inside whenever you see her. You know … Continue reading
Tips for Finding the “Right” Mechanic
Some say that a car is a man’s prized possession. He treats it like he treats a woman, with utmost care and attention. If that’s the case, you want to ensure that you put “her” in the able hands of a professional, and that means finding the right mechanic. Unfortunately, there really are no set rules in finding a good … Continue reading
Tips on Repairing Your Cloth Car Upholstery
It is good to keep you car at optimum performance by taking good care of its engine, exterior and of course, interior. Your car deserves proper care and treatment as it is a considerable investment on your part. It can sometimes be tiresome to keep your car spic and span but it is well worth the time and effort. You … Continue reading
In Focus: How the Residual Value of a Car Affects Your Lease
How the residual value of a car effects your lease is dependent on many different factors. Car leasing is a booming industry that affects many Americans nowadays due to the hard economy. Being aware of residual lease values among other things relating to your car lease is important in getting you the best deal you can possibly get! Unfortunately, not … Continue reading