If you desperately need transportation but are low on cash, there are many ways to save money when buying a car. And some in particular that you may not have considered. In fact, saving money on your next car purchase is easier than you probably ...
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Cut Winter Car Maintenance Costs with These 5 Essential Tips
Driving in the winter can be a delightful experience. But it also brings unique challenges for your car, from the salt and grime on the roads to the extreme cold temperatures. Making sure your car is well-cared for during the winter months is ...
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How Much Should You Spend on a New or Used Car?
It's no secret that buying a car is an important decision, largely because of just how expensive cars can be. The costs don't end once you drive off the lot, either. Maintenance, insurance, gas, repairs, and more can translate to major expenses over ...
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How to Know If a Car Lease Is Your Most Cost-Effective Option
If you're looking for a new car, you've probably been weighing up all of your options, whether it's buying outright, a finance deal, or leasing.
Unlike the first two options, with leasing, you won't ever own the car. But is that such a bad thing? ...
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3 Major Money Mistakes People Make When Financing Their Car
For most Americans, having a car is a necessity. Whether you take concrete highways -- which represent roughly 30% of all US interstate highways -- or unpaved pathways to get to work or school, the majority of people agree that it's better to rely on ...
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Slow Drivers in the Left Lane: A Vexing Problem
In North America the left lane is designated for passing and the highway's fastest traffic. Unfortunately, there are too many slow drivers in the left lane who feel entitled to cruise there as long as they're traveling the speed limit. This selfish ...
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A Mechanic Reveals How to Avoid Costly Car Repairs
You don't have to be a car mechanic to know that cars are expensive. Most people also understand that cars are not only expensive to buy - they're expensive to operate and maintain too. As a car mechanic for more than 20 years, I know this better ...
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Why Buying Gasoline In the Morning Can Save Money
I’ve already written about the folly of trying to save a few cents per gallon when shopping for gas. But did you know there are times when you don’t get exactly what you pay for when you fill up your gasoline tank at the local station? It’s not ...
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Three Reasons Why Credit Unions Are a Great Choice for a Car Loan
Are you in the market shopping for a new car? If so, then this article is for you. After you've selected your dream car, the next step is to secure a way to finance your purchase. Don't know where to start? We're here to help. Consider getting a car ...
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Why Extended Warranties for New Tires Are A Waste of Money
A while back I bought four new tires for my old car. The tires came with a pro-rated 65,000-mile guarantee and were $74 each, or just under $300 for the entire set.
As the salesman was tallying the bill he asked if I'd like to purchase the ...
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Surprising Survey Results Highlight Attitudes of Young Drivers
As the Association of British Insurers (ABI) and the road safety charity, Brake, work together to revise the existing learning-to-drive system, one survey suggests that the task of improving the habits and attitudes of young drivers may be ...
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Why Hyundais Make Good Family Cars
You may be surprised to learn that Hyundai is a Korean car company that has been around since the late 1960s. Before becoming known as a company that makes dependable cars, it was a parts manufacturer for other companies.
Hyundai's first car was ...
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How I Fought My Parking Ticket and Beat City Hall
Usually, the only warm-blooded creature in the house that ever bothers to get up and acknowledge me when I come through the front door is my dog, Jack.
So I knew something was wrong when I walked through the door and the Honeybee greeted me with a ...
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5 Tips for Cutting Car Insurance Costs
Our vehicles are probably our most prized possession and that's why we don't feel bad about spending so much time and money to maintain and protect them. One such exorbitant expense that comes each month are insurance premiums - which is why ...
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Aftermarket Car Parts: Are They Really Worth the Money You Save?
Do men or women make better drivers? It's a question that I suspect has been debated ever since Henry Ford started mass-producing his Model T at the turn of the twentieth century.
One thing is certain: I know the question has always been a hot topic ...
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Trying to Save Money on Gas? Driving Out of Your Way Rarely Helps
As inflation continues to wreak havoc on household budgets, people are looking to save money wherever they can. For example, I know people who will drive five miles out of their way, ten miles round trip, just to save a nickel per gallon. Then there ...
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5 Tips for Paying Off Your Title Loan Fast
While a vehicle title loan can give you the financial breathing room you need, it's important to remember that it is still a loan, and you will eventually have to pay it back, plus interest. If you're looking to pay off your title loan as quickly as ...
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5 Surprising Things Your Auto Insurance Policy Doesn’t Cover
If you're like most people, you probably think that your auto insurance policy covers everything. After all, it's called "auto" insurance, right? Well, unfortunately, that isn't always the case.
Believe it or not, there are a number of things that ...
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3 Driving Tips that Will Help You Avoid an Accident with a Big Rig
Any accident is potentially very serious regardless of what kind of vehicles are involved. The physical toll in addition to the financial recovery can take years.
Accidents involving tractor-trailers can take on a much more serious consequence due ...
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Why You Shouldn’t Skimp on Auto Insurance
With the cost of living in some cities it can be tempting to find ways to save money. While cutting back on your favorite latte or canceling that one streaming subscription you never use might be a good idea, one thing you shouldn't do is try to ...
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