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Manual vs. Automatic: Reliability and Performance Test

The argument as to whether manual transmission cars are more reliable than automatic cars has been going on for some time. Both sides make valid points. Automatic transmission enthusiasts say that not having to worry about changing gears makes for a safer, more focused driving experience. The stick shift proponents make the point that their transmissions […]

July 31, 2012 More
 

Essential Items for Your Car

Stuff happens. It’s an unavoidable fact of life. But that doesn’t mean you can’t arm yourself in advance for unforeseen circumstances. Whether you’re driving across town or taking a cross country voyage, there are a handful of things you should never hit the road without. Here’s a checklist of the top 8 most important items for […]

July 30, 2012 More
 

Repairing a Leased Car – Who Is Responsible? What Do You Need to Do?

Buying a car is an enormous responsibility, and not just financially. There’s also the burden of having to choose a car you know you won’t fall out of love with in the next ten years. For those of us who don’t like the idea of being stuck with the same car forever and who enjoy […]

July 28, 2012 More
 

What Kinds of Cars Get Into More Accidents

If you’re in the market for a new car (or a new old car, as is the case if you’re shopping the used market) you’ve probably got a lot of questions. If you don’t, you’re either extremely well educated on the subject and have done your research, or you’re not thinking it through. One of […]

July 26, 2012 More
 

7 Ways to Become a Gas Saver

You’re probably not aware of it, but every time you hit the streets you’re participating in behaviors that waste gas and drain your wallet. Forget all that talk about hunting down the cheapest gas prices in town – even if gas were dirt cheap (which it most assuredly is not, and never will be again), […]

July 23, 2012 More
 

When You Should Choose a Diesel Engine

Everyone knows that you can’t pump diesel gas into a regular car. And if you didn’t know that, you do now. This ought to sit well with anyone interested in saving money, especially after taking into consideration the high price of diesel gas. Still, there are many car buyers out there who are positively nuts for […]

July 17, 2012 More
 

What is the Lemon Law?

It’s bad enough to have to pay through the nose for auto repair. But when you get stuck having to make the same fix time and time again, it’s downright maddening, not to mention financially depleting. The good news is that in some cases, you may be covered by what’s known as a “lemon law.” […]

July 16, 2012 More
 

Top 10 Most and Least Expensive Cars to Repair

Car repair is a fact of life. Regardless of how well you maintain your vehicle through regularly scheduled service, there’s going to come a time when you’ll be forced to pay a visit to your neighborhood auto repair shop. Given this, it’s a smart idea to know well in advance if your car is the type […]

July 12, 2012 More

Top 5 Low Maintenance Cars

Buying a car is a long term investment. Unless you’re made of money, you’re going to want to shop smart – and that includes narrowing down your choices to the makes and models that are least likely to require frequent repair. Here’s our rundown of the top 5 low maintenance cars on the road. Top […]

July 10, 2012 More