How to Find the Right and Affordable EV for You

Photo courtesy: @andreasdress (Unsplash) Last week I attended Fully Charged Live in Austin, TX with a lot of folks who already know, love and enjoy Electric Vehicles (EVs).  Now, I know that I write about cars and the auto industry but when I polled readers, friends, and showgoers at the event who didn't own an EV the same three questions, fears, and myths came up over and over again. TOP 3 EV FEARS & MYTHS EVs are too expensive.  How can I afford one? Charging takes too long and I don't want to run out of power. Where are charging stations in my area? What are the costs and time restraints? An EV is too expensive to fix. I'm going to answer these questions and quell your fears as well as bust some EV myths here. Question one came up often.  When people think of … [Read more...]

Car Buyer Beware: Consumers Should Check Vehicle History For Flood Damage

The recent hurricanes that have hammered many of the southern states have destroyed countless homes, leaving many families with no choice but to completely rebuild their properties. Thousands of vehicles were demolished in the storms, too. But experts are saying that some unscrupulous second-hand sellers might try to pass off those flood-damaged vehicles as perfectly fine automobiles. Nearly 40 million used cars exchange hands each year, between dealership and private party sales. There are laws that are made to protect consumers from being sold a lemon, like the one that requires flood damage, auto repairs, etc. to be reported on a vehicle's title. But of course, there are still those who will try to take advantage and dupe unsuspecting buyers. This is why inspecting a vehicle with the … [Read more...]

Seniors: Don’t Buy a Car Without Considering These Innovative Safety Features

An estimated 20% of the U.S. population will be over 65 by 2030. While more and more public transportation options are being developed and implemented in various parts of the country, many senior citizens still rely on their own driving abilities to get around safely. That being said, senior citizens often face a unique set of challenges that make it more important than ever to invest in a car that's safe and reliable. Here are just a few safety features all seniors should consider when shopping for their next vehicle. Advanced Airbag Technology There are approximately 6 million car accidents in the U.S. each year, and airbags have saved countless lives during these accidents. For extra safety, however, it's ideal to invest in a vehicle that has not only front airbags, but side, … [Read more...]

The Big Three: How to Buy Your Next Car, Truck or SUV

What's the big three? It is the three big question all car buyers should be asking themselves each time they begin their search for their next vehicle. Question 1: Be honest with yourself and your partner (if you have one).  Will you be leasing or buying this vehicle? Do you like to haggle and strike a deal?  Before you even begin to do your research you have to know how much money you can spend each month on a car payment.  Do you have money for a down payment or will you be trading in a vehicle?  These answers can all affect the price of your next car, truck or SUV. For us, we will be buying our next SUV and plan to own it for the about ten plus years. That's a long time to many people in the car world today.  While I know our budget has to be under a certain amount I do try to … [Read more...]