There’s no denying that one place we tend to express ourselves, including our worldviews and lifestyles, is through what we choose to drive. In this post, we look at some worldviews as expressed by the greatest minds—and filtered down into ours—to find out what kind of car YOU should be driving, based on how you... Continue Reading →
Want Cheaper Car Insurance? Here’s How to Get It.
Getting the best deal on car insurance can be a bit of a dark art, but there are some tried-and-true ways you can keep your rates low. To make it easy, we put together this handy-dandy infographic, which should help you keep your next car insurance policy as cheap as possible. (And yes, it could... Continue Reading →
15 Car Hacks for Your (Next) Ride
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 →
Car Shopping: The Old Way vs the New Way
One of the great things about buying and selling your car with Tred is that you miss out on the standard hassles of buying a car through a dealer, or buying/selling using advertisements. From the moment you start your search to the moment you seal the deal, the old ways of working in the vehicle... Continue Reading →
On the Road: Five Apps to Help You Discover the Road Trip of a Lifetime
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 →
Onto the Next: How to Find the “Right” Car for You
Once you’ve decided that it’s time to make your next car purchase, you know you’ll need to invest some effort into finding a car that fits you: your budget, your lifestyle, your needs. We’ve put together a roadmap to help you do just that, highlighting what we believe are the important steps. We’ve designed Tred... Continue Reading →
The NAIAS and All Its Glory
It's said every year, but the Detroit Auto Show never disappoints. Whether it was a concept or redesign, there were plenty of eye catching announcements and surprises to make us grin. Buick Avenir Concept "That's not a Buick!" Sure enough, it is and Buick is making it clear that they're coming in fresh and new.... Continue Reading →
150-Point TRED Test
Here at TRED, we like to maintain a sense of standard, but also stay in touch with the reality of what a used car is... used! We know they aren't always perfect, but we also know our buyers deserve a full disclosure of every scuff, scratch and flaw. We take our time and complete a... Continue Reading →
The Best Cars for Tall Drivers
Aside from the obvious pick up trucks, it may be difficult to find a car that accommodates tall drivers. Here's our list of the best cars for tall drivers to help ease the anxiety of testing out cars for head and leg room. Ford Flex Head room: 41.8 inches Leg room: 40.8 inches Mr. Fluffy... Continue Reading →
Five European Wagons We Wish Were Sold in the United States
Fall in the Pacific Northwest is glorious. The weather is still sunny and warm, and people feel a sense of urgency to get out and enjoy the natural splendor that surrounds us before winter begins. At the same time, the approaching winter means that ski season is not far away. When it comes to outdoor... Continue Reading →