We’ve all seen people going out for test drives in new cars with the requisite salesperson in tow… most of us have even been that person, taking a drive to see if we like the way a particular car drives. And most of us have politely returned to the dealership without wreaking havoc of any... Continue Reading →
Buying a used car has a lot of advantages—it saves you from the dreaded new car depreciation that hits most cars as soon as you drive off the lot, and it generally makes the car you want a lot more affordable than if you bought it new. It also means that the car you’re buying... Continue Reading →
Car thefts are more common than you might imagine, and have been on the rise over the past year. There are a number of things you can do to make your car less likely to be targeted. But what about actual car anti theft devices? Are they really car theft prevention? Which ones are best?... Continue Reading →
After a 15 year hiatus, Acura, Honda’s luxury brand, has finally released the all-new Acura Integra, which takes the place of the outgoing ILX sedan. Prior to the car’s recent release, enthusiasts and journalists alike were excited to see what Acura had planned for the revival of what was once a very successful model, and... Continue Reading →
Wait... how did it get to be almost 2022? Weren't we supposed to have flying cars by now? We might have a lot of tech that George Jetson would envy, but we're still riding on four tires. And we're almost at the start of another new year. So along with our resolutions to work out... Continue Reading →
Unbelievably, it’s almost time to turn over yet another new year. 2021 has—as any year—had its up and downs, but with the new year right around the corner, we’ve got our sights set on 2022. That means it’s time for TRED’s annual year-end look forward to all of the new cars we’re eager to see... Continue Reading →
Parking wasn't all that difficult in most areas during the pandemic. With businesses closed and people working from home, street and garage parking was uncharacteristically plentiful in business districts. But now, as things open back up, parking is starting to be as scarce a commodity as toilet paper was during the peak of the pandemic.... Continue Reading →
It’s no surprise, in the world of modern enthusiast cars, that manual transmissions are few and far between. However, despite their ever-decreasing popularity and availability, there's a group of enthusiasts who believe manual transmissions are the only option if you want a truly engaging and fun sports car experience. I will admit, though, that there... Continue Reading →
If you have a black car, or even a dark-colored car, you know that keeping it clean can be a full-time job. And even when you spend hours washing and painstakingly polishing it… you’re usually left with swirl marks. It’s enough to drive a slightly obsessive car owner crazy. There are always new car washing... Continue Reading →
If you keep up with the blog here at TRED.com, you already know that we have a special affinity for manual transmissions, just like a lot of car enthusiasts out there. They might be slower than the advanced automatic transmissions in modern cars, but they’re arguably more enjoyable, more engaging, and they just make driving... Continue Reading →
