When you first start shopping for your next car, the massive number of options available to you can feel pretty overwhelming. I’ve found that what helps is narrowing down your options with big-picture decisions to let you focus on just a couple of models that fit the right category for what you’re looking for and […]
Author: Greg Wiesen
Important Model Years for 6 Popular Kia Models
Finding a great used car isn’t always easy––you have a lot of options available to you, and narrowing those down to the perfect one takes some work. Even if you know you want to find a great Kia at a Canadian used Kia dealership, you still need to consider which model will be best for […]
Shopping for a Car Online? Skip Carvana!
Founded in 2012, Carvana has become increasingly popular over the last decade as a reliable car shopping tool. It has been the fastest-growing online retailer for cars and posted record profits in 2020, thanks in large part to the Covid pandemic and the booming used car market. And yet, recent news for Carvana has been […]
Ups and Downs for Volvo
There’s a surprising amount of stuff going on at Volvo, the Swedish automaker that might not be the flashiest company, but they’re well known for making safe and reliable cars and SUVs. Volvo has been in the headlines recently for mostly good reasons as they’ve been pushing the technology in their vehicles to new levels […]
Manufacturers Don’t Have a Spare to Spare
Allow me to take you on a brief narrative journey: it’s Saturday night, you and your special someone have just enjoyed a nice evening out, and there’s a certain romantic sparkle in the air that’s let your shoulders relax for the first time in three weeks. At this moment, you think, “Maybe this is the […]
Full-Size Spotlight: The 2022 GMC Yukon vs the 2022 Toyota Sequoia
Often referred to as the “land yachts” of the automotive world, full-size SUVs are known for being cumbersome to handle and slow to respond. Drivers who opt for a full-size SUV aren’t exactly looking for sport-like performance, but automakers like GMC aren’t taking that entirely off the table. Power, capability, sophistication, and innovation are only […]
Canadians – Which Mazda is Right for You?
I like to think of shopping for a vehicle as playing a game: you’re answering a series of questions to make decisions that narrow down your options until you win (get the right one). However, this isn’t always easy, as finding the right answers to these questions can be tricky. There’s no definitive right answer […]
Your Warranty Options When Shopping for a Nissan
As you’re shopping for a vehicle, you have a lot of things to consider: make, model, year, new or used, features and options you want, and much more. In the midst of all of this, you might not be thinking too much about future expenses for repairs and such, but you should be (at least […]
Crazy Car Costs: How to Shop for a Used Vehicle
If you’ve been watching the prices of used cars over the last 15 months or so, then I don’t have to tell you how crazy things are. But, on the other hand, if you just started shopping for a used model, then welcome to the party and get ready for the sticker shock: it’s intense. […]
Things to Consider Before Buying a Tesla
When you’re shopping for your next car, you have a lot of different brands and options available to you, but there’s no denying that among them, Tesla stands out. Whether or not you’re a fan of Tesla’s, shall-we-say, controversial figurehead, the cars and the level of performance they have to offer speak for themselves. That […]
Let’s Dig into Hyundai’s SUV Lineup
If you’re looking for your next vehicle, and you want an SUV or crossover, then you should definitely check out the lineup at a Hyundai dealer near you. Hyundai has one of the most impressive selections of crossover and SUV models on the market, with something for pretty much everyone. What really makes them stand […]
First Time Buying a Car? These 9 Tips Can Help
Buying a car for the first time can be a lot of things: stressful, exhilarating, confusing, and (hopefully) rewarding. While you should approach this process carefully and with a fair amount of caution to ensure you do things properly, it can also be a lot of fun that ends with you driving away in a […]
Auto Loans 101: Understanding Key Terminology
When you’re shopping for a car, it’s easy to get really focused on the fun parts of it: looking at different vehicles, going for test drives, and picturing yourself enjoying a vehicle for many years to come. All of that stuff is great and important, but just as important is considering the financing you’ll need […]
Will CarBravo Change the Way You Shop for a Car?
Depending on what you’re looking for in your next vehicle, and how you already prefer to shop for a car, the answer to that is “yes,” “no,” or “maybe.” Helpful, I know – but it really comes down to what you’re looking for and how you already do your shopping. GM’s new CarBravo service could […]
Shopping for a Used Car Is Still Rough
If you’ve tried to buy a used car in, well, pretty much the last year, then you already know how unpleasant the process is at the moment. It’s not that finding a vehicle has become much worse, though there are some shortages at many smaller dealerships; it’s that the pricing on used vehicles has become […]
Which Lincoln is Right for You?
If you’re looking for an American luxury vehicle, then you’ve probably at least considered a model from Lincoln, which is Ford’s luxury division. While this brand might evoke memories of the legendary Lincoln Continental or images of sophisticated and prestigious sedans, the modern Lincoln lineup is much more streamlined. Whether this is a good thing […]
The Yukon XL: What’s New for 2022
If you’re shopping for a large SUV, then the GMC Yukon XL is one of the best options you’ll find, delivering fantastic performance, robust size, and a gorgeous interior. Although last year launched an all-new, updated model, the 2022 GMC Yukon XL has its fair share of highlights and improvements that make this impressive vehicle […]
Get the Right Tech in Your Next Car
When you’re shopping for a car, it’s easy to get so focused on all of the big picture stuff – make, model, size, etc. – that you completely overlook some of the small things. The problem there, however, is that it’s often the small things that make the biggest difference to your enjoyment of your […]
Demystifying Ford New and Used Options and Warranties
From my perspective, shopping for a car is all about answering questions: you start with big-picture questions about what type of vehicle will work best for you and narrow down your options with more specific and precise questions until you find exactly what you need. One of the most important big-picture questions to answer is […]
4 Ways to Choose the Right Ford Truck
The Ford lineup might not be quite as diverse overall as it once was (what’s a sedan?), but in some respects, it has grown significantly. If you’re looking for a great Ford SUV, then this isn’t the article for you. Today we’re looking at the different trucks that you’ll find at your local Ford dealer […]