You NEED to read our guide to the Monroney window sticker before you head to the car dealer. It’s supposed to protect you but often, it’s the first thing that baffles you when looking at a new car and makes you think, well, I can live with my old car for another year: The Monroney, a/k/a…
4 Steps to a Beach Ready Car
Summer has arrived and it’s time to hit the beach. Maximizing your fun in the sun is the goal and a little pre-planning is what you need to make that happen. You’re relying on your car to get you there, so make sure it’s packed with everything you need for a happy worry-free beach day….
Going Topless: What’s Your Convertible Car Style?
It’s Summertime Ladies. Take Off Those Tops! When the sun comes out, the tops come off. Hold up! Don’t bring out the “girls” and get arrested for indecent exposure…we’re talking about convertible tops. It’s the quintessential summer car that actually works for spring and autumn, too. And, if you live in Florida…you can stretch that…
Don’t Be Scared! These 9 Halloween Safety Tips Will Keep Kids Safe on the Streets
The Scary Truth: Kids are 4x More Likely to Be Hit By a Car on Halloween. We are diligent about teaching children Halloween safety when it comes to taking candy from strangers, trick-or-treating in unfamiliar neighborhoods and not eating their candy until we’ve checked it out. But do you talk to them about safety on the streets…
Safety and Adventure in a 3 Row SUV: The 2019 Subaru Ascent Review
Safety Doesn’t Have to be Boring. Subaru has proven that time and again. I’m sure you’ve seen the commercial where the teenager has an accident but no one’s concerned because “it’s a Subaru!” And there’s the other one where the husband is in the hospital after a car accident. But wait: he gets a do-over…
Minivan vs SUV: Which Is Right For You? The Debate Continues…
Your family is expanding and you need more room for kids and car seats. Do you choose the great family minivan or an SUV to suit your growing family’s needs? As you might have guessed, the answer to that question is – it depends. It depends the size of your family, where you live, your…
No Haggle, No Sweat, No Nonsense: Car Buying Comes into the Modern Era with Hyundai Shopper Assurance
The Future of Car Buying is Here – Hyundai Shopper Assurance Program Buying a new car is exciting. The process? Not so much. For many people car shopping is intimidating, and at the very least frustrating. Unless you’re an expert negotiator, you probably don’t want to spend your day feeling pressured as you haggle over…
Ready for a New Car? These Tips Will Help You Find Your Perfect Match
What’s your perfect match? You know the old saying “you have to kiss a lot of toads before you find your prince.” I think we can all relate. Looking for Mr. Right isn’t easy. And sometimes Mr. Right turns into Mr. No Longer Right and the search resumes. The same thing happens when you’re searching…
Driving in Europe? Tips To Keep You Safe And Sane
I Love Road Trips, but Europe? Yikes. There’s something about driving in a foreign country that appeals to me. It’s intriguing to set off in a destination where I don’t understand the road signs and don’t speak the language. While I’ll admit it can sometimes be a bit stressful, the feeling of accomplishment when I…
How to Decode a New Car’s Window Sticker: What You Need to Know
It’s Called a Monroney and New Cars Have to Have it. It’s the Law It’s supposed to protect you but often, it’s the first thing that baffles you when looking at a new car and makes you think, well, I can live with my old car for another year: The Monroney, a/k/a window sticker. These are…