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 →
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 →
My Car is Too Small
Sometimes less is more. And sometimes more is more. If you feel that you've outgrown your car, it might be time to start looking for something a little bigger. Let's talk size... Are Bigger Cars Safer? Many drivers report feeling safer in bigger cars, especially when surrounded by lots of other fast moving large cars... Continue Reading →
Top 10 Car Blogs of 2016
Chances are that you'll have spent a bit of time researching cars online if you're planning on buying a new car. Have you ever felt that you're missing out on something? There are some amazing car blogs out there, packed with info and advice, and some that are... less useful! We've found the top 10 car... Continue Reading →
How to Be a Better Driver
It’s that time of year again. The time when we promise we’re going to exercise more, spend less and be nicer... A promise really worth making – for yourself and others – is to be a better driver. In this blog, we review how to be a better driver. Take a Defensive Driving Course You... Continue Reading →
It’s Good to Share: How to Buy the Right Car for Ride-Sharing
Ride sharing companies like Uber and Lyft have been around for less than 10 years, but they've quickly become an important part of getting round the city quickly and cheaply. More of us are seeing that it's an easy way to make extra cash - if you've got a car, a block of free time... Continue Reading →
What Do You Know About Electric Cars?
Electric cars aren’t the future. They’re here and it looks like they're here to stay. See how much you know about this cleaner, greener type of car by taking a look at these true / false statements. The grid couldn’t cope if we all switched to electric cars. FALSE. Firstly, most people wouldn’t be charging their... 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 →
Car Shopping Tips for New Drivers
When it comes to choosing the right car for your newly licensed teen, extreme precaution is warranted. As a teen, life changes rapidly, and the patience and attention required to be safe on the road doesn't always come naturally. Aside from training your teen to be safe on the road (CELL PHONE IN THE GLOVEBOX IF THE CAR... Continue Reading →
Puget Sound’s Best Driving Loops
Sure, the city life is exciting - always filling up with new shops and restaurants that seem to pop up every week. You can never go wrong with grabbing drinks on Capitol Hill or picking up a Pike Place bouquet for mom. Since it's so easy to fall in love with Seattle proper, Seattle's surrounding natural wonders... Continue Reading →