It’s back to school time—finally, after a shaky couple of years—and if you’re like most parents, you need to get your child to and from school (and other activities) each day. You can do it yourself, but you may have considered starting a carpool with other parents, to help share the load. If you have... Continue Reading →
Buying (or selling) a car is always a major transaction, because it involves a significant amount of money, as well as legal documents for transfer of ownership and for registration. It’s hard to know how to pay, especially when you’re dealing with a private seller—because there's a risk of fraud on several levels. When you’re... Continue Reading →
Have you ever thought about changing the color of your car? Or wanted something really unique, like a matte paint job? Vehicle wraps used to be used mostly for advertising, but in the last few years they’ve been used more often for cosmetic applications. It’s sort of a whole new frontier, and most people have... Continue Reading →
A few months ago, I would never have considered renting my car out to a stranger. I couldn't imagine being without it, and also didn't like the idea of someone else driving it. Eating in it. Maybe parking it too close to another car in a parking lot. But, fast forward to now, in the... Continue Reading →
Will this be the year that you get the car you really want or need? If you've been thinking about upgrading your ride, you've probably been wondering: what’s the best way to sell a car? Is it a good idea to sell a car online? What do I need to know? Here’s an overview of... Continue Reading →
Ever wonder whether you really should get that supplemental rental car insurance? In some cases, it might be a good idea...
Do you need to pay for a professional car detail? You really don’t. With a relatively small investment, and a little time, you can do your own professional car detailing in the comfort of your own driveway. For this article, we’ll focus on the exterior of your car. While we’re all spending more time at... Continue Reading →
The pandemic has disrupted the global supply chain over the past two years, which is having ongoing impact on all sorts of products, from appliances to computers to cars. One of the component shortages affecting all three is semiconductor chips. It's created a new car shortage that's also impacting the used car market. How serious... Continue Reading →
Sometimes, when you’re looking for a very specific car—maybe a particular combination of options, an unusual color, or just a car that’s rare overall—your only option may be buying it from out of state. Now, with the pandemic's impact and scarcity of cars on the market, it's a perfect time to broaden your search to... Continue Reading →
When your car needs work, should you take it to an independent shop or to the dealership? Is one better than the other? Here's what you should know.
