An act of nature or a collision can result in damage so extensive that the vehicle is deemed a total loss or ‘totaled’ by the insurance company. When this happens, the insurance company will offer the car owner fair market value less a deductible. Then they will typically take possession …
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Not everyone wants to drive a large car, an SUV or a truck. Larger bodied vehicles can be more difficult to park, and heavier vehicles also could guzzle more gas. Some drivers feel more comfortable driving smaller vehicles like compact cars and coupes; their sleek smaller styling might be a …
Today, many prospective car buyers are on a tight budget. If you’re one of them, don’t worry. You can still get a great car without breaking the bank. However, you do have to put in some research and effort. Remember too that your goal shouldn’t be just to find the …
The excitement over the Tesla Cybertruck has been palpable. The vehicle was announced back in 2019, and the truck’s official debut has yet to happen. The wait for the Cybertruck has been reported on so often, and, as a joke, one site played an April Fool’s prank on consumers with …
Amid rising gasoline prices, climate change, and ever-dwindling oil reserves, more people are looking for electric cars to reduce their carbon footprint. Until recently, electric cars were hard to find, with the exception of defining brands like Tesla. However, preserving our natural resources has become a cause embraced by automobile …
Most vehicles are designed with the average driver in mind, and the majority of models are produced on an assembly line. Typically, these vehicles are one-size-fits-all, but, for some drivers, these one-size options might not be a fit at all. Individuals who are petite or shorter than the average height …
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In the days before automobiles were invented, horses were the main mode of transportation. These beasts of burden pulled wagons and carriages. The term horsepower became associated with engine power because of engineer James Watt; LiveScience explains that he needed to translate his engine’s power dominance in a way that …
Car buyers have their own checklist of features they need in their dream car. Some buyers just want a budget-friendly option, but others have their eyes set on luxury autos. Other buyers, though, are a bit more discerning. Some zero in on the cars that will best fit their driving …
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Today’s car owners tend to see their options in black and white. These contrasting hues are the most popular paint colors that car buyers choose for their vehicle. In fact, white is the most popular color car in America, followed by black. The third most popular choice is the mix …
When the demand for used cars is on the uptick, buyers might look at their vehicle and see the potential for a financial windfall. Some vehicles that are popular with buyers might be more valuable than car owners realize. If a car isn’t being used or if the owner wants …