Sticker Shock
One of the things that shies many people away from buying a new car is the serial taxes and fees applied to the purchase of a new car. These can amount...
Ethanol Anecdote
If you own an older car, be advised. The high ethanol-content "gas" in use today can cause problems when fed to engines not made to use it. Not so much burn...
What to “Invest” in . . .
If you invest in something, the expectation is you'll get a return - as in of money. Cars (and trucks) typically cost you money; i.e., they depreciate. For that reason, to...
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...
Reader Question: Ram 1500 Thoughts?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Rick asks: I found out yesterday that my 2008 Ford F150 is pretty much done for. I was informed by my mechanic that...
To Update Or Not to Update?
As modern cars pass the event horizon of cost and complexity (and so, hassle) it's tempting to go retro and buy an older car - one without computers, black boxes, touchscreen inputs...
Reader Question: Replacing Both Tires?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Dave asks: I popped a curb last week and it tore my driver's side rear tire on the sidewall. Went to a tire...
New Cars and Ex-Wives . . .
Modern cars are like ex-wives. They’re not all bad. The problem is that the good is often outweighed by the bad. Which is made tragic by the fact that it didn't...
Politically Incorrect Teenager Driver Tips
What type of car is a good choice for a teenaged driver?
I get asked this a lot. Everyone's got an opinion. Here's mine:
* Avoid giving your teen an underpowered car.
This may...
The Used Car Sweet Spot
Buying a new car is always a bad decision - financially. It doesn't matter which brand or make or model. You will always lose money.
It's just a question of how much.
All...