If you’re thinking about buying or selling your car online, it goes without saying that safety will be one of your top priorities. Whether you’re based in Seattle like us, or further afield, below are tips on car buying and selling safety that you won’t want to miss. What’s the safest way to sell your... Continue Reading →
Exciting News From TRED HQ!
We've been listening to feedback from our customers and have been really impressed with the great ideas you've come up with. The team at TRED have some exciting changes to announce - changes that will make our service even more convenient and quick for anyone buying or selling a car. The TRED App We launched... Continue Reading →
How to Find a Great Car Mechanic
Finding the right person to fix your beloved vehicle isn't an easy task. If you're not mechanically-minded, it takes a leap of faith to trust a stranger to do a thorough job. Check out these tips and start making some phone calls! 1. Is the mechanic's shop busy? If there's a constant flow of new... Continue Reading →
Your Checklist For Buying A Used Car
Buying a pre-owned car can be a minefield. When a bad decision can cost you thousands of dollars, it can be extremely hard to know what to do. We’ve put together a checklist that will help you tell a bargain, from a heap of metal held together by rust. You don't have to be a... Continue Reading →
Does Anyone Know…? Your Car Questions Answered
Our experts have been asked all the car-related questions you can possibly imagine. Some we can answer off the top of our heads, while others need a little research. We’ve opened up the TRED vehicle FAQ files to share our info with you. Will modifying my car void the warranty? This is a grey... Continue Reading →
My Car Guzzles Gas
What's your fuel consumption like? No one wants to spend significant amounts of their hard-earned cash on gas, never mind numerous pricey trips to the mechanic to try and sort the issue. Why not try these fixes? Your Vehicle 1. Are your tyres the right size? Using larger tyres than recommended is a big fat... Continue Reading →
How Many Miles are Too Many?
One of the first things most of us look for in a pre-owned car is the number of miles on the clock. While miles matter, there are a few other important areas you can't afford to miss. Let's be honest - what you're really looking for in this post is numbers. What number should you... Continue Reading →
The 10 Most Annoying Things About New Cars
Brand new cars are great. That new car smell. The bright shiny paintwork. Looking at the odometer and seeing a big fat zero. But it’s not all a bed of roses. These things can really grind your gears if you splash out and buy new... 1. If something minor needs fixed, you can’t do it... Continue Reading →
How to Spot a Craigslist Car Scam (And What Happens When You Don’t)
Craigslist is a classified ad site known for two things: great bargains and clever scams. To stop yourself from getting taken advantage of when buying or selling a car, check out these tips on what to look for to avoid a Craigslist Scam. When Harry Harphant from Washington thought that Craigslist would be a great place to sell... Continue Reading →
Announcing… The Awesome New TRED App!
Exciting news, folks! We’ve been working extra hard at TRED HQ and have a big announcement that’ll make a lot of you very happy. We’ve just released the TRED app! It’s an all-singing, all-dancing version of our website. Rather than logging onto the TRED website, you simply turbocharge your sale by selecting the TRED app... Continue Reading →