If you’re thinking about buying or selling your car online, it goes without saying that safety will be one of your top priorities. Whether you’re based in Seattle like us, or further afield, below are tips on car buying and selling safety that you won’t want to miss. What’s the safest way to sell your... Continue Reading →
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 →
One of the first things most of us look for in a pre-owned car is the number of miles on the clock. While miles matter, there are a few other important areas you can't afford to miss. Let's be honest - what you're really looking for in this post is numbers. What number should you... 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 →
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 →
