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You Don’t Have to Be Afraid of Buying a Discontinued Car

So, you’ve been car shopping and the model you have been eyeing is being discontinued. It’s normal to feel sad or even discouraged by this news, but it doesn’t have to be a dealbreaker.  Car discontinuations are pretty common, even for auto industry giants like GM. Buying a discontinued model is appealing because of the …
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Tesla Is Cutting Prices to Kickstart Restart After Lockdown

It is no secret that the global economy took a pretty significant hit during the worldwide pandemic lockdown due to COVID-19. It is well documented that the automotive industry was hurt as well. Automotive sales and production were off dramatically due to dealership and plant closures. Now that the manufacturers are slowly starting their factories …
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The Best Day of the Week to Buy a Car

While there certainly are some tips and tricks when it comes to buying a new car, however, the timing in which you buy a new car is important as well. Whether you know it or not, waiting until the end of the month is a great idea as dealers do want to sell as many …
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Santander Settlement Will Affect Car Buyers Looking For Financing

Santander is a bank that has options for people with credit challenges in the way of getting their new or used vehicle. When other banks have shied away from subprime loans, Santander has been there to help many people move forward with one financial product or another. It seems, however, that Santander has placed itself in trouble by …
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Is Buying a High Mileage Car a Good Idea?

The cost of depreciation can be high if you’re selling a car, but it can be low if you’re shopping for a car, especially ones with high mileage. High-mileage cars can look tempting because of their lower price tags, however, some shoppers might be deterred by the number count on the odometer. If you’re shopping …
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Paying Attention to Model Cycles Can Save You Big Money

Buying a used car isn’t the only way you can benefit when purchasing a vehicle. Buyers that stay informed on model cycles can also save a lot of money. Not everyone understands how automotive model cycles work. What’s the difference between a refresh and a redesign anyway? Knowing the differences will save you a lot …

The Truth About Used Car Dealers

If you’re shopping for a used car, then chances are you found a car at a private dealer lot and were enchanted by the car’s pictures on their website and wanted to go check it out. We don’t blame you. Private dealer prices are typically lower than most of the larger franchise dealers and, thanks …
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5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying an SUV

When it comes to car shopping, part of the research phase is asking yourself a few different questions that could help you locate the right vehicle that you need. For example, buying an electric car can come with its unique set of criteria in order to make sure that an electric car will fit well …
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5 Tips for Buying a Car After the Coronavirus Quarantine

While some states are still abiding by the Covid-19 orders to stay at home, other states are moving towards “safer-at-home” phases, which means that car dealerships should be opening back up. If you need to buy a car, new or used, we still recommend following the social distancing guidelines and to do most of your …
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How Do Car Subscriptions Work?

Subscriptions services are the gifts that keep on giving, and that’s why we love them. It’s not just about obtaining a product, but the experience of getting to “try before you buy.” Besides old school subscriptions for things like cable and internet, you can get subscriptions for beauty supplies, clothes, craft beers, and even bacon. …
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Used Car Prices Expected to Drop

The COVID-19 pandemic has put a lot of stress on the automotive industry. Dealing with production shutdowns, working with unions to protect as many jobs as possible during the shutdowns, canceling major product reveals at industry car shows, and retooling plants to make emergency medical equipment are just a few of the things they have …
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What Actually Makes a Car Good These Days?

Cars are getting better with each new year which is certainly a great thing.  Although, the consistent improvements across so many global car brands make it more difficult to pick a new model. You might be wondering what actually makes a car good, or even great especially now with so many new features and technologies that …
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How Do Millennials Approach Car Buying?

Millennials have influenced a wide variety of global industries from restaurants, to real estate, and travel with the car industry being no different. The millennial generation has big buying power in today’s world market. What particularly sets them apart from previous generations is their sense of independence and overall approach to making commitments. Millennials are …
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What to Do If You Can’t Make Your Car Payment

The coronavirus crisis (COVID-19) has made a financial impact on many American households. With more than 1 million worldwide cases and more than 6 million unemployed households, life is hard for many. The economic hardship has many car owners deciding between buying groceries and defaulting on their car loans. Those needing reliable transportation may put …

Is Quarantine a Good Time to Buy a Car?

Amongst all the crazy grocery stores and panic shopping, your mind has probably been more focused on finding milk and toilet paper than it has been when it comes to making larger purchasing decisions. As we settle into our mostly home-bound lives for an unknown amount of time, we have started to take more advantage …