Unless you have been living under a rock, or you don’t yet possess a smartphone (which would also make you qualify for the under-the-rock residence) then you have heard of Uber. The upstart that was responsible for the drastic decrease in DUI convictions, as well as the demise of the taxicab industry, Uber has essentially […]
Maserati North America Sales Spike in October
Maserati has been stepping up its game lately, especially in the SUV realm. With SUVs and trucks becoming more and more popular, thanks to gas prices stabilizing, people in the luxury world will be looking to get in on the action as well. Hence why Maserati’s Levante was recently released, and why everyone who has test-driven […]
Even Dee-1 (the Rap Artist) Agrees that Buying Used is the Best Way to Save Money
Rappers and luxury cars go hand-in-hand — like peanut butter and chocolate, or bacon and eggs. It’s a rare occurrence to see a rapper not driving around in a McLaren P1, or more commonly, a Lamborghini. Therefore, when a rapper like Dee-1 decides to tell USA Today that he doesn’t drive an expensive luxury car […]
Viscosity is the Reason to Change your Engine Oil Frequently and Without Delay
You know how there’s a lot of dispute about the best time to change your oil? Well, the 3-month/3,000-mile rule was the rule of thumb way back when for good reason and, although it continues to have merit, the prevailing automotive advice has shifted a bit. Is your oil going to be last for up to 5,000 miles? […]
Grand Cherokee SRT Trackhawk On the Horizon; Thank you, Jeep
Oh, baby! A Grand Cherokee SRT Trackhawk — powered by a Hellcat engine — is on the horizon! That’s some exciting stuff. But, we still have a little bit of a wait. Therefore, details are few and far between. What we do know so far includes a few details about the engine and a few changes […]
Trying to Sell your Car Online? 3 Steps to Draw-In Potential Buyers
Look, if you don’t want to trade-in your old vehicle at the dealership and put the value towards a new car, then at least put in the time and effort to sell it properly online. I can’t tell you how many disingenuous ads I’ve seen on Craigslist written by people trying to sell their cars […]
Don’t Skip Out on a Used Car with a Salvage Title
When shopping for used cars, there are many things that you want to look out for, lest you end up getting screwed over by the dealership. While that doesn’t always happen, it’s sadly still a reality that you need to worry about. One thing that you might notice are the various labels that vehicles are given on […]
The Recently Resolved VW Scandal Proves it’s Safe to Shop Dealerships in 2016
For all those still playing devil’s advocate against shopping at new car dealerships — it’s time to stop. Are there still unscrupulous dealerships out there? Yes, yes there are. But in 2016, it’s exceedingly hard for dealerships and automakers to get away with shady business dealings. Don’t believe me? I think the recently resolved VW […]
The Basics about Bad Credit Car Loan Co-Signers
If you have bad credit, getting a car will be much harder than a consumer with average or good credit. But, don’t despair; you have a few options. A buy here, pay here dealership is a great choice, but might make you uncomfortable because of how different of a car buying experience it is. If […]
What the Expletive? A 1,000 Horsepower Hyundai Santa Fe Exists
A 1,000 horsepower Hyundai Santa Fe — WTF, man? Even if it’s just a concept car produced by Bisimoto teaming up with Hyundai, it’s still insane to think about. 1,000 horsepower on a car that small? That thing must scream down the road. While there aren’t any official 0-to-60 mph times right now, I wouldn’t […]
STOP Looking at a New Car as an Investment and Buy Used Instead
With the amount of used cars being sold in 2016, it’s not surprising that car dealerships are pushing new cars harder than ever. With the price of an average new car around $34,000, it’s also not surprising to learn that consumers are getting sick and tired of buying new vehicles at ever increasing prices. If you aren’t one […]
3 Hilarious Automotive Myths that People Still Believe in 2016
With the amount of used cars that have been pushed through the market, you’d think people would have figured it out by now. After all, if a car is used, it means that someone (chances are multiple people) have owned that vehicle. Therefore, consumers have collectively had plenty of experience with used vehicles. But somehow, […]
Are Buy Here, Pay Here Dealerships Still Something to be Wary of in 2016?
If you don’t know what a buy here, pay here (BHPH for short) dealership is at this point in time, you’ve been living under a rock. Or, you’re a young’un looking to buy your first vehicle. Whatever the case, it’s highly unlikely you’ve gone your entire life without at least hearing the name, which was […]
3 Reasons to Buy a Car at CarMax
People love having choices. The freedom to choose where to shop, what to buy, how to spend the money we work so hard to earn – it’s all part of being a functional and happy member of society. As a self-proclaimed automotive expert, I am the proud captain of the car-buyer-freedom-act cheerleading squad – which as […]
The Presidential Candidates’ Transportation Choices Leave Us Shaking Our Heads
No matter your political party allegiances, it is hard not to at least acknowledge the absurdity of this presidential election campaign cycle. Never before in the entire history of this great country, has the term “circus” better applied to the political landscape here in America. Never have there been so many pantsuit pandering and sunset-toned candidates […]
You Know Your Dealership is in Trouble When…
Let’s pretend my name is Jeff Foxworthy, for just the next few moments – indulge me. Okay, here I go. Hey there! I’m talking to the car buying industry in America. You might be yesterday’s news if you think that buyers want to sit in your showroom for hours on end just to get a […]
In September of 2016, Camaro Outsells Mustang — Chevy Fanatics Rejoice
Sales numbers are in for September, and it’s time for Chevy to pop the champagne corks. The Camaro crushed the Mustang in 2016 September sales, after almost two years of lagging behind. With the muscle-car war still going strong many, many, years after the battle first raged, this is sure to be depressing news for long-time […]
Routine Maintenance Matters; Get it Done
Yes, all those lights that glow and flash on your instrument cluster do serve a purpose aside from making you scream on a Sunday morning when you’re trying to go grocery shopping. But, guess what? If you take care of your vehicle properly, you shouldn’t even see a check engine light, oil light, or battery light […]
3 Reasons to Buy a Used Car During the Winter Months in Maryland
It’s almost that time of year again. In just a couple of months, used cars in Maryland will be sitting under mounds of snow. While the thought of trudging through this winter wonderland is depressing to most people, it has a huge upside for consumers looking to buy a car. Why? For three simple reasons. […]
Chevy Stays Connected; Ford Falls Off the Grid
As privileged citizens living in the greatest country on earth in 2016, we Americans feel a certain level of entitlement to the simple things in life, like bad ass features on our high-end cars. While some naysayers question whether or not we can afford all of these luxuries that life as a Millennial compels us to […]