Don’t Get Taken on Your Trade-in
Buying a new car is not the way most people end up paying more than they should have. It’s trading in their old car that often ends up costing them the...
The Fixer
It's said - and it's absolutely true - that one can save a great deal of money by avoiding new cars and buying used ones instead. Thirty-plus percent (sometimes more) off...
Reader Question: Oil Filter Adapter?
Heres' the latest reader question, along with my reply!
John asks: I have a a Toyota Camry with the four cylinder engine and wanted to change the oil myself, to save some...
A Respite in the Garage
Some good news, at least. People are working on their cars again.
Probably for the same reason people are growing vegetable gardens again.
In both cases, because they haven’t got the money -...
Using Your Senses… To Save Money on Car Problems
You don't have to be a mechanic - or even much of a DIY'er - to save money on car-related expenses. For instance:
* Use your ears -
You can avoid costly...
Don’t Drink (or Eat) These….
When we were kids, some of us wondered what a Milk Bone dog biscuit tasted like - and a few of us (me) went ahead and tried it. Others sampled Play-Doh...
Another $200 “For The Children”
Well, here we go - again.
You can expect your next new car to cost at least another $160-$200 more than it otherwise would - now that back-up cameras are about...
It May Be More Than Just a Fender Bender
If someone bumps your car from behind, be advised - it might be more than just a fender bender. It could be the prelude to something much worse.
Apparently, there has been...
Options
The nice thing about buffets is you get to pick what you want and how much of it. Buying a car was once a lot like that.
The car, itself, was just...
Reader Question: Overheating Exasperation?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Don asks: I'm at my wit's end with an overheating truck (2005 Tacoma). I have checked the radiator, replaced the coolant and water...