As someone whose head isn’t normally turned by crossover SUV styling, I feel that it says a lot about an offering that manages to do exactly that. This impact is multiplied exponentially when the offering comes from Mazda, which I’ve never felt an organic connection with. But somewhere between the enthusiastic endorsements from a friend, […]
Year: 2017
Dealership Employees Share Their Oddest Test Drive Stories
Whenever we discuss dealerships, we often view these businesses from the driver’s perspective. However, as someone who’s constantly writing about cars, I was also curious about the sales team’s point of view during any negotiation. Specifically, I wanted to know about some of their craziest selling experiences, especially when it came to test drivers. Fortunately, […]
Credit-Challenged? Break the Cycle of Bad Decisions
Buying a new (or new-to-you) vehicle can be both exciting and daunting. Only after some level of introspection and thoughtful consideration, should anyone embark on such a purchase. This is because, next to purchase of a home, vehicles purchase are often the most significant investments that many of us make in our lifetime. While a […]
You Don’t Have to Be Einstein
Recently, we reported on a Chevy-enthusiast from Albany who, after waking from a 25-year coma, discovered the internet and almost terminated his lifelong love of Chevrolet after mistaking anti-Chevy memes for facts. No, seriously, that happened. Trust us. In an unrelated story, one meme, in particular, is now influencing a major debate within the automotive […]
Some of the Internet’s Worst Auto Loan Stories
A new or used car might be one of the biggest purchases you make during your lifetime. Predictably, this transaction has led to a number of financial nightmares for individuals. While dealerships admittedly try to capitalize on ignorant, inexperienced customers, these monetary issues can usually be attributed to boneheaded mistakes by the buyer. Opting for […]
Last Go-Round for the 2018 RAM 1500
If you’re a fan, you’re likely interested in what the 2019 model year will bring in terms of the RAM 1500. A restructuring of RAM’s production facilities throughout 2018, allowing for temporary dual-production of truck offerings (and making way for new crossover SUV offerings) creates speculation as to what extent the RAM 1500 will be […]
Why Consumers Should Worry About Recent BHPH Court Cases
If you’re currently shopping for a new or used car despite your poor credit score, you may be a bit wary of Buy Here-Pay Here dealerships. Generally, these businesses have a negative stigma, as many consumers assume that their vehicles are lackluster and the accompanying interest rates are too high to overcome. These concerns have […]
Colorado Footage to Justify Colorado Mileage
If there was ever an impetus for me to relocate, and find myself seeking Jeeps for Sale, Colorado Springs might be the place to plant such an idea in my head. If, for no other reason than to cross a visit to the Garden of the Gods off my proverbial bucket list, Colorado (as a […]
What We Know About the 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia
Alfa Romeo is back on the scene, and their assortment of vehicles have quickly proven to be among the most impressive in the entire industry. Well, we can presumably expect more of the same when it comes to the brand’s 2018 models, and this sentiment certainly includes the upcoming Alfa Romeo Giulia. Previous iterations of […]
You’ll Get a Kick out of the Camaro Hot Wheels Edition
Remember when you were younger and played with your collection of Hot Wheels? If you were like me, the Chevy Camaro was always the star of playtime. The vehicle was unique when compared to the other toys, providing striking designs and concepts that were rarely seen in real-life cars. Well, the car brand and the […]
The Only Thing Mazda has to Fear, is Fear Itself
It’s a well-established fact that the most frightening of horror movies play off of primal fears, or making something scary out of everyday objects. Needless to say, through my teens, I had endured a recurring nightmare so intense that it would plague both my sleeping and conscious mind. The root of this nightmare, the fuel […]
(Am I Weird For Having No Interest In the) 2018 Range Rover?
I get it…it’s a Range Rover. Woo Hoo. Now that we’ve addressed Land Rover’s built-in sense of entitlement in terms of the praise it expects for serving up another refresh on the Range Rover, can we just say it? The Range Rover is…kind of ugly. Is it capable? With engine options including a supercharged V6 […]
The Quiet Focus of BMW
There’s a certain understated appeal to a BMW. Despite the iconic badging & front fascia, performance engineering and innovative technology, the overall design of a BMW remains tastefully grounded. Sleek, but never bold, a BMW evokes imagery of the wolf in sheep’s clothing. Even to an undiscerning eye, the external design reads instantly as high-end, […]
The Dichotomy of Luxury Trucks
As many of us are known to do, I was looking over some current auto news and read a piece on the newest generation of luxury-inspired pickup trucks. Crossing over into the territory of six-figure price-tags is nothing new with the automotive industry, but I’m a little torn on the inherent dichotomy between image and […]
Distinctively Audi
The shoulders of a luxury automaker need to be broad in order to carry the weight of the expectations that are placed upon it. Fortunately, the majority of these automakers benefit from their longevity and the full maturation that they enjoy as a result of it. The added benefit of possessing an enduring legacy comes […]
Want a Better Car Buying Scenario? Try online.cars
So you want to buy a used car. That decision is the easy part. Now comes the burden of research, hunting, enduring high-pressured selling environments and the potential disappointment of having to make concessions in the event of limitations in the availability of your dream vehicle. Now, don’t be discouraged. We’re not trying to be […]
Automotive Experts Explain the Evolution of Online Car Buying
If you’ve been debating the merits of online car buying, then you’re not alone. We’re not just solely talking about consumers, either. Plenty of automotive experts, whether they be professors or dealership owners, have been weighing the pros and cons of this new and evolving car-buying route. If you’ve been considering opting for this new […]
Best Truck Accessories for Families
By now it’s old movie trope – the unaware soon-to-be father cruising along in his sexy sports car, only to be stopped dead in his tracks by a thin blue line. Of course, rather than be overjoyed at the prospect of his bundle of joy, the first thing that the father thinks is that he […]
Buying a Vehicle (That’s a Steal)
It’s odd. No sooner had I finished writing about the benefits of buying a new Chevy in a particular city, I was asked to gather my thoughts on used car drivers within that city might be interested in. Aside from the timing, the oddity comes in the context of that piece. Built around the city’s […]
How Chevy Offers So Many Drivers ‘The Perfect Fit’
Whether you’re interested in a car, crossover, SUV or truck you can rest assured that your Chevy Dealer can help you to find exactly what you’re looking for. As one of the enduring cornerstones of the automotive marketplace, Chevy understands the importance in serving up a diverse list of offerings, to ensure that there truly […]