Audi employee pricing through September is just another reason we love Costco. We think of Costco as the place to buy pallets of rice or cases of paper towels. But of course, you can also buy premium goods like Dyson vacuums, Cartier watches or Apple products. That’s because Costco’s mission is to arrange the best…
Oh, the Joy of New Tires. Seriously. All Season Continental Tire Review
It’s not what I dream of spending time and money on, but wow, do these feel good. It’s that feeling in the pit of your stomach every time you hit the brakes… the fearful voice in your head asking, “Am I going to hit that car in front of me?” Seriously, if you get this…
So, You Think You Need New Tires. Here’s How to Know, and What to Do
Waiting can really cost you, so don’t put it off. Yes, its probably the last thing you want to spend money on and you probably only think of replacing your tires before a long road trip or if the mechanic says you need tires. Neither of those scenarios are ideal for an expensive purchase. But…
I Used Capital One Auto Navigator to Buy My Car
And it was the easiest part of the purchase. One of the things I hate about buying a car is financing. Talking to my bank, checking my credit score (ugh), filling out forms (double ugh), sifting through finance rates, loan terms and more can be frustrating and confusing. But, I needed a car. Hello, Auto…
Run Flat Tires: The Most Civil Way to Have a Flat Tire
Never have a flat tire again? Yes, it’s possible. A really great thing happened to me recently: I had a flat tire. Or rather, I didn’t have a flat tire, I had a damaged run flat tire. Because I have run flat tires on my car, it’s impossible to have a truly flat tire. What…
Does Your Car Really Need Premium Fuel?
Here’s the key: is premium required? Or simply recommended? If premium is recommended, but not required, you could save a few bucks – or more– every time you fill up the car. But you need to know if your car really needs premium. If it does and you use regular fuel, do you risk damaging…
Britax Endeavours Car Seat Review: Safety First for Our Girl
Second, only to a mother’s love for her baby, is her concern for his safety. It seems the moment we find out we are expecting a child we start to worry about all the things that could happen during the pregnancy and after… all the way to college, adulthood, and beyond. We spend a lot…
Best Safety Features for a Teen Driver’s First Car
BEYOND AIRBAGS: Best First CARS and Safety Features for Teens The time has come. Your teen has passed her driving test, and now pines for her own vehicle. While tech features and eye-catching elegance may be on her wish list, safety over style is the name of the game for parents purchasing their teen’s first…
How to Win a Drag Race, Even in a Minivan. The Secret is Synthetic Oil
I used to think that a drag racing was for muscle head guys. I really didn’t think it would be a place I’d ever want to go. Drag racing was certainly not something I thought I’d want to do. Then, I went to a drag race and saw I was wrong on both counts. First,…
Leasing vs. Buying a Car: Which is Better for Families?
Is leasing a car a better alternative than buying for families? In the not too distant past, it was companies that leased cars. It was an easy way to get a tax write-off and ensure executives and employees could tool around town in the latest models. Today, about one-third of new vehicles are leased rather…