Hydrogen, electric, and hybrid vehicles are selling like hot cakes. At TRED, we hear great things about green cars every day as more and more auto manufacturers are making environmentally friendly vehicles packed with advanced technologies. Check out some of our favorite features... 1. Shhh! Hybrid cars allow drivers to switch to electric vehicle (EV) mode... Continue Reading →
You've got the car of your dreams, now it's time to take it for a spin. To the gas station? Booooring. Get out of town and hit the open road to see what your new vehicle can do on these best driving roads in Washington state 1. Chuckanut Drive A dramatic cliff-side highway halfway between Seattle... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
You’ve taken the photos, shared info, and... Nothing. Everyone seems to be selling cars online these days, why isn’t yours winning any interest? You’ve come to the right place. We’ll take you through the steps to selling your car quickly online (and getting a good price). Whatever you do, DON’T do this! Nothing is more... Continue Reading →
First cars are wonderfully awful – they creak, rumble and break down at least once a week. But despite all that, everyone speaks wistfully about their first car. The TRED team look back on their first loves... TJ’s Badass 1965 Ford Galaxie Limited with a 352 Small Block and a "Dynaglide" 4 Speed Automatic Our... Continue Reading →
