Car Buying Tips

An Industry 1st, Ford Unveils Inflatable Seat Belts

BuyingAdvice Team — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:26 PST

In a press release yesterday, Ford announced the 2011 Ford Explorer will be equipped with back seat belt-mounted air bags. According to Ford, they are the first carmaker to mass produce this safety feature. The inflatable belts are designed to protect...

Why the New Taurus is Key to Ford’s Success

BuyingAdvice Team — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:11:33 PST

Ford Motor Company has taken full advantage of it’s fumbling competitors over the summer, reporting a third quarter profit of $997 million according the New York Times. Ford’s profit gains were due in large part to its new Ford Taurus sedan which increased sales 141% over last year. What is it about the new Taurus that has attracted car buyers interest?

Can America Once Again Lead the Automotive Industry?

BuyingAdvice Team — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:42:04 PDT

Looking at the American automotive industry in recent years, it’s hard to believe that we once lead the world in mass producing quality automobiles. After last year’s near collapse, American auto manufactures are struggling to regain a foothold and many plant workers are still left jobless. However change could be around the corner. This Tuesday Fisker announced it will purchase a closed GM assembly plant in Delaware...

Chrysler Dealers Face Foreclosure as Financiers Bicker

BuyingAdvice Team — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:32:15 PDT

Despite the sunny outlook for Chrysler, at least 40 Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge dealerships face foreclosure due to a continued conflict between Chrysler Financial and GMAC. According to the Detroit Free Press GMAC is expected to take over wholesale financing operations from Chrysler Financial. This transition could be the end for many dealerships across the country.

Auto Theft Hits 20 Year Low

BuyingAdvice Team — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:40:06 PDT

If you purchase a car today it is likely to be equipped with multiple anti-theft systems including an ignition immobilizer and GPS tracking technology. These features and aggressive law enforcement initiatives make it harder than ever to be a car thief. The FBI recently reported that vehicle theft hit a 20 year low in 2008. Despite the drop in theft rates it is still wise to take precaution...

Must Read News for Toyota Owners

BuyingAdvice Team — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:18:41 PDT

In September Toyota announced it will be recalling 3.8 million vehicles. The floor mats of multiple Toyota and Lexus models may slip causing the accelerator to stick. Toyota has recommended owners remove floor mats on the driver side to prevent this problem. Now Toyota faces yet another embarrassing recall...

L.A. Auto Show - Green Car of the Year Finalists

BuyingAdvice Team — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:15:05 PDT

Yesterday, the L.A. Auto Show announced the finalists for Green Car of the Year. This year’s picks are excellent examples of the the wide range of prices, styles, and technologies car manufactures are offering...

In Memory of Erik Schuetz

rmeytin — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:50:03 PDT

The BuyingAdvice Team wanted to take a moment to recognize our former staff member Erik Schultz (1976 - 2009), who passed in February 2009. Erik was a blog writer on BuyingAdvice web site since 2006. Erik's dedication and perseverance shone through in everything he did. His commitment to his work and to his friends will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife, Lisette. In honor of Erik's memory, isoTree planted a tree of remembrance at El Silencio Lodge in Costa Rica.

After Buying a New Car

rmeytin — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:04:28 PDT

There are a few things you need to do as soon as possible after buying a car: 1. Insurance It's against the law to drive a car in the U.S. without the minimum levels of insurance required for each state. Make sure you have purchased the proper insurance before you start driving your new vehicle...

Company Car Etiquette

rmeytin — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 03:12:37 PDT

Company car etiquette is an important part of general business etiquette. Just like attire and punctuality reflect your work ethic, so does the use or abuse of the company car. There are several aspects of company car etiquette that should be observed, depending on the company's specific policies and procedures...

New Fuel Economy Standards for 2011

rmeytin — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:21:47 PDT

The US administration has announced updated automobile fuel economy standards for new vehicles starting with 2011 models. The goal is to reduce gasoline emissions and consumption. President Obama's administration had a March 31st deadline for setting the standard, giving the automotive industry about eighteen months to prepare its 2011 models to meet the new requirements.

Should You Drive or Fly?

rmeytin — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:49:28 PDT

Is it more eco friendly to drive or fly to your destination? The answer is that driving usually generates significantly less greenhouse gas emissions than flying, especially in a fuel efficient vehicle. Carpooling makes it even better, sharing the drive with one or more people would lower each individual's carbon footprint. Of course, taking a bus or a train would be even better.