College is expensive. Mini’s Oxford Edition eases the pain. I have a kid in college, so I get it. The idea of adding $20,000 or $30,000 to the college bill is difficult, maybe even impossible. But the reality is that if you want your student to work, to reduce expenses by living off campus, to…
The Best Car Air Filters: Do you really need a carbon cabin air filter?
When’s the last time you thought about air filters when buying a new car? Air filters can make a huge difference in how it feels to drive in a car, especially if you’re in the car for a long time. But do you need a carbon air filter? And what is a carbon air filter…
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…
Girls Night Out at the Chicago Auto Show with Toyota
Is there a better way to car shop than with 100 of your besties? Disclosure: This post and Girls Night Out are in partnership with Chicagoland Toyota. I love to shop. I hate pressure from salespeople. One way to avoid pressure is to shop with a friend. And what better way to shop for a…
Who is Ready to Power Shop? What We Want to Take Home From the 2020 Chicago Auto Show
The auto industry came to Chicago to show off its best. And while the Chicago Auto Show is never a disappointment, this year is filled with some beautiful cars and trucks that leave us dreaming of spring and adventure. Here’s what we saw a the show that we’ll be dreaming about all winter. View this…
5 Car Maintenance Checklist Tips to Save You Time and Money
Save time and money. It’s easy when you know. We all know the recommended schedule for oil changes and tire rotations, but are you as confident about the recommendations for the other car essentials? I admit that I didn’t always know what to change when on my car. Little things like air filters and windshield…
Yes, You Can Buy A Car At Costco, And Here’s How to Get the Best Deal
Yes, It’s a Good Deal, But There Are Caveats. For a lot of buyers, Costco is the ideal place to shop: The company is known for great stuff and top brands at rock-bottom prices. It’s the same with cars. You can buy a car at Costco through the Costco Auto Program and get a pre-arranged, rock bottom price on…
What to See at the 2020 Houston Auto Show — or the Auto Show Near You
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Get On the Road to a Healthier New Year
You know the saying, “New Year, New Me!” Did you know that approximately 80% of people who set resolutions in the new year fail? Why do we think that is? It may be because people set unrealistic goals, or they just aren’t ready to make a change yet. Not to worry, we want to help…
Top Ten Car Buying Mistakes
Let’s be real, the car buying experience can be intimidating. So being prepared is crucial if you want to drive off of the dealership lot as a happy new car owner. Unfortunately, many car buyers skip the prep work and end up in a car they really don’t like. We want to help you avoid that,…