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 →
Craigslist is a classified ad site known for two things: great bargains and clever scams. To stop yourself from getting taken advantage of when buying or selling a car, check out these tips on what to look for to avoid a Craigslist Scam. When Harry Harphant from Washington thought that Craigslist would be a great place to sell... 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 →
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 →
Some people seem to know everything there is to know about their car. They talk knowledgeably about ‘miles to the gallon’, ‘limited slip differential’ and torque. Others, to put it mildly, are less interested in what’s under the hood. But whether you’re a wannabe mechanic, or if you prefer to let the experts sort... 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
