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 →
A retro-modern Bronco, an all-electric Hummer, and a Mustang that looks like none you've ever seen before... meet the class of 2021.
2019 proved to be an exciting year for car enthusiasts: we saw a revival of the iconic Toyota Supra, a redesigned Porsche 911 and BMW 3 Series, and a brand new McLaren hypercar in the Senna. Those were all properly exciting, but with the new year well underway, I think it’s only appropriate to start... Continue Reading →
Okay, so it's not a 5* luxury hotel, but your vehicle can be home for a few days if you're planning to make the most of festival season. With a little preparation and thinking outside the box, it's possible to make car camping an enjoyable experience. Trust us! How to Survive Car Camping Don’t try... Continue Reading →
According to some, it’s bikes versus cars, cyclists versus car drivers. We don’t agree – most cyclists are also car drivers. Rather than rehash the tired bikes versus cars debate, let’s look at the reality - drivers have specific needs when it comes to a vehicle that can accommodate their alternative means of transport. There... 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 →
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 →
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 →
