Fact: you get a thrill from driving a manual car that no automatic vehicle will give you. But that’s not the only reason we love manual transmissions! See why these vehicles have a special place in our hearts. #1. Manual cars tend to cost less than automatics. You can expect to pay around $1,000 less for a... Continue Reading →
So you’ve made up your mind and it’s time to make a change. Whether you’re buying or selling a truck, there are lots of important things to consider. With this guide, you’re sorted... Bring on the trucks! Buying the Best Truck for You Know Your Budget Before you look at what’s on offer on TRED,... Continue Reading →
What makes an iconic car? Design? Mind-blowing features? Good old fashioned reliability? A look at some of our all-time favorites sheds some light on what makes them so special. If you’re looking for a car to buy, the chances are that someone has already recommended the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord or Toyota Corolla. You've probably... Continue Reading →
Once upon a time, vehicles used by hikers had a bad rep. Shaped like a particularly unglamorous box, faded paintwork, and a notable lack of anything...nice. Thankfully, that’s a thing of the past and hikers have a wealth of choice when it comes to the vehicles that take them deep into the wilderness. 2014 Mitsubishi... Continue Reading →
The weather is warming up, and it’s a great time to get outside and do what you love—especially if what you love is getting out on some rocks. Here are our picks for the top rock climbing cars: One of the perennial challenges for climbers is finding a solid vehicle to support the habit; we... Continue Reading →
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 →
What a year it’s been! Anyone involved or interested in the car world has been treated to exciting new vehicles, amazing car commercials, and riveting car news over the past 12 months. And of course, we’ve had a rollercoaster of a year in TRED – it’s been another year of happy customers, new developments and... Continue Reading →
If you’re from the Pacific Northwest like us, there’s a pretty good chance that you enjoy driving AND a bit of adventure. After all, we have a gorgeous environment with lots of room to play; adventurous souls will find a lot to love in this part of the world. Are you a climber? Surfer? Snowboarder?... Continue Reading →
Whether you’re considering buying a new car, just bought one, or are in the mood to give your current ride a few hackworthy upgrades, this post is for you. It turns out there are quite a few things you can do to make your car life run more smoothly, from cleaning headlights with toothpaste to... Continue Reading →
Road trip season is here, which means it’s time to start thinking about where you want to go, and how you’re going to get there. Whether you’re planning a day trip, a weekend jaunt or an epic road trip adventure, these days you’ll find a number of road trip apps practically made for you. We’re... Continue Reading →
