What Chevy dealers near Lisle and across the United States have suspected for years, has finally been proven. The age old battle between the two American automakers can finally be put to rest, along with the vicious rumors that spread like wild fire, thanks to outspoken users of social media. At one point, I might […]
Year: 2016
Helpful and Lesser-Known Information for your Next Car Dealership Visit
When going to a dealership, there’s a lot on your mind. First and foremost, it’s what type of car you want to buy — sedan, crossover, SUV, truck, compact, hatchback, etc. There’s a lot to choose from, and I get that it’s exciting. But, that’s not what you should be focusing on. You should be […]
Have you Seen the Luxury Cars in “Starboy,” The Weeknd’s New Music Video, Yet?
I’m not a fan of this newfangled, electronic hiphop, what-have-you music — but when there are luxury cars involved, I tend to get a little excited. An artist called The Weeknd released a new music video back in September for his song “Starboy,” and it featured some sweet luxury cars. While the video itself is […]
Are Tuneups a Thing of the Past? Sadly, Yes
A tuneup — in layman’s terms — means giving your car a performance upgrade. This term was thrown around almost endlessly since hot-rods and muscle cars started hitting the market. Somewhere along the way, however, people started mixing the terms “tuneup” and “routine maintenance.” Nowadays, tuneups are a thing of the past — sadly. Used almost […]
Oh No You Didn’t! Why Buyers are Trading in their Local Dealership for Web-Based
Just last week, a salesman I encountered at a local dealership had obvious intentions of taking advantage of my perceived weakness as a female car shopper. He called me “Honey,” and made the assumption that I was unable to make a decision without my husband, based on the fact I am a thirty-something year-old with […]
The Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 — I think I’m in Love
Holy. Freaking. Crap. Have you seen the Chevy Colorado ZH2 yet? Who would have thought that Chevy would decide to build a Colorado pickup truck specifically for the Army? While many automakers say they’re going to build something that looks badass, many of them don’t follow through. But with the ZH2? Calling it a badass is […]
Uber’s Master Plan to Take Over the World Continues…
The race to produce the first fully autonomous car that doesn’t crash and burn mere seconds into its test drive, is more competitive than the world-wide scramble to put the first man on the moon. While the United States of America was able to stick her flag deep into the bedrock of intergalactic fame before […]
J.D. Power Rates Hyundai as Top in Technology
According to a new study by J.D. Power, the U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study, Hyundai is the segment leader for consumer satisfaction when it comes to the technology found in the mass-market category of vehicles. Honestly, it’s no surprise. With the way technology has always been such an integral part of Hyundai’s vehicle designs, […]
Volvo Cars Will Soon be Able to Communicate; Autonomous Vehicles Closer Than We Think?
While Volvo isn’t the first one to announce it — Mercedes-Benz and Toyota are also developing something similar — the vehicle-to-vehicle communication system Volvo announced they’re working on is exciting stuff. After all, it’s Volvo – arguably the leading brand when it comes to advanced safety technology. Now that they’ve embarked on developing their own form of this […]
An Electric Maserati?
No, you didn’t read that wrong. Maserati has an electric car in the works for 2020. Maserati, the Italian luxury automaker that is renowned for making vehicles that costs upwards of $70,000 — if you catch the dealer on a good day. While the parent company Fiat Chrysler (FCA) has produced a Fiat 500e, the […]
A Few Tricks for Surviving a Used Car Dealership
In 2016, many consumers have decided to switch over to used car buying. While there are still some dealerships out there that are looking to trick you, they are few and far between. With that in mind, this article isn’t geared towards avoiding getting screwed at a dealership. Rather, this is more oriented towards helping […]
Certified Pre-Owned is the Best Way to Buy a Car
Buying a new car is too expensive, and you don’t want to lose the value on it. Buying a used car might be worrisome for you since you’ve only ever owned new cars your entire life. Where does this leave you? At first, you might think between a rock and a hard place. But, there […]
Dear Jeep, Can We Have a Hellcat-Powered Wrangler? Please?
Ah, concept vehicles. One of the most fun, exciting, yet also disappointing aspects of the car market. Especially when Jeep showcases them for their annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari. Why disappointing? Because, chances are you’ll never actually see the models being sold by Jeep dealers. This is purely based on years and years of Jeep enthusiasts […]
A Throwback Ad-VENTURE!
The beauty of shopping for used vehicles is that you arguably have a wealth of options that the current class of cars can never quite meet. A used inventory will naturally be more diverse, thanks to the availability of multiple model years, body styles, brands, and more. And while most used car shoppers tend to […]
Become a Local Legend with the Help of online.cars
As you embark on your next new car purchase, rather than consider local dealerships such as Kings Toyota, you should explore the endless benefits of buying a car online with online.cars. This revolutionary online tool is changing the way drivers in Cincinnati and the tri-state area are buying new cars, and it is an approach […]
New Car Smell is Overrated
It’s such a cliche, but seriously, who doesn’t love that new car smell? Although it’s hard to define exactly what makes up that unmistakable aroma, slipping into a new car, or one that’s immaculately maintained, conjures up feelings of accomplishment, pride, and a clean start to the day. Most of us enjoy that new smell […]
Unburden Your Financial Future Through BHPH
So, the shopper in me got a little rowdy. A little out of hand. The word spendthrift comes to mind, though sadly, it’s an understatement. Not surprisingly, and as is true for many American shoppers, the money going out soon overtook the money coming in, and before too long credit card debt became the financial […]
Patriotic Pickup Trucks, Courtesy of Chevy
Is it at all surprising that the beloved, all-American bowtie brand would up the ante when it comes to respecting Old Glory? The most award-winning automaker, Chevrolet, continues to build upon its legacy of legendary pickup trucks by constantly evolving and embodying everything red, white, and blue. In preparation for the Texas Sate Fair, opening […]
Skip the Dealership and Shop Entirely Online
Are you in the market for used cars in the Columbus or Cincinnati area? Are you fed up with your limited options and the distasteful sales techniques that some used car lots resort to in order to get your business? The McCluskey Automotive Group has been a staple in the tri-state area for over seventy years, and […]
Chevy Nabs Second Spot for Best Used Commuter Car
Checking in with the crew over at Consumer Reports once again proves that Chevy is constantly cornering the car market when it comes to rewards and accolades. In this case, a particular Chevy model nabbed the second-place spot for best commuter car. Fortunately, when it comes to buying this bowtie beauty used, you’ve got several […]