Archive for 'Cars'

How a DUI Conviction Affects Your Car Insurance
Apr 01, 2010 - If you’ve been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it will likely drive your car insurance rates through the roof.

8 Tips for Buying a $5,000 Car
Mar 31, 2010 - Is it possible to find a reliable car for $5,000? I know for a fact that it is because I've done it more than once. But you need to follow some simple steps to make sure you get the right car at the right price. Here's how to go about it.

Why I Don’t Buy New Cars
Mar 31, 2010 - There are few Americans who can save $30,000 in five years, but anyone who buys and finances a new car could be doing exactly that. Maybe it's time to consider what you're really giving up when you buy something expensive with borrowed money.

Can You Beat a Traffic Ticket?
Mar 23, 2010 - Blue and red lights start flashing in the review mirror and with a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach, you realize the lights are flashing for you. It's a traffic stop and you might be about to get a ticket, unless you follow this advice.

Understanding, Organizing and Saving on Car Insurance
Feb 17, 2010 - Most people know more about shopping for groceries than shopping insurance. And that's a shame, since you probably spend more insuring your family than feeding it. Here's what you need to know to understand, organize and save on car insurance.

I’ve Got One of the Recalled Toyotas. Now What?
Jan 28, 2010 - With all the problems surrounding the current Toyota recall, many drivers are confused about what they should do next and what their rights are. What you should do varies from nothing to seeing a lawyer. Here are the first steps you should take.

Extended Car Warranties: 3 Things to Know
Jan 15, 2010 - An extended warranty can provide protection against a budget-busting bill. But keep it in park until you understand what they do and how they work.

2010 Inflation Predictions
Jan 08, 2010 - What's it going to cost to gas up the car this year? How about health insurance? And are college costs going up? Let's find out.

Getting Out of a Car Lease
Sep 22, 2009 - How to get out of a car lease... it's not as difficult as you might think.

Run A Car On Cooking Oil
Jun 26, 2009 - After gas prices almost hit $5 a gallon, one man started looking for a new fuel source.

Cash For Clunkers. Worst Law Ever?
Jun 25, 2009 - The Cash For Clunkers Law gives car buyers vouchers worth up to $4,500 toward a new car, providing they trade in a gas-guzzler in an effort to clean up the environment... but will it work?

What’s Next For Chrysler Owners
May 01, 2009 - Now that Chrysler is bankrupt, what will happen if you own a Chrysler, are thinking about buying one, or want to sell yours?

Buying Cars in a Credit Crunch
Apr 03, 2009 - You'll never find a better time to buy a new car... but you'll never find a worse time to try to pay for it. Three ways to finance a car during a credit crunch...

Smaller Cars = Bigger Insurance Bills
Mar 15, 2009 - The whole purpose of buying a little car is so you don't have big bills. In fact, some smaller cars cost more to insure than bigger ones.