Whether you’re buying a first car for a teen or helping them buy for themselves, it’s important to determine a budget before you begin shopping. Otherwise, the sheer enormity of choices in a wide range of price points could be overwhelming, and you might end up spending more than you can afford. The first step…
Driving a hybrid is a great way to save money on gas. But did you know that the amount of savings you reap is partly within your control? Of course, some factors such as traffic patterns and road conditions are out of our hands. But the way that you drive can determine the level of…
Electric car owners likely have no regrets saying goodbye to the ups and downs of gasoline prices. But how much does an electric car really save you? A recent study from the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institute found that electric vehicles cost less than half as much to operate as gas-powered cars. However, the…
If you’re fed up with rising gas prices… but not quite ready to commit to an electric vehicle, a hybrid car may be a good compromise. Hybrid electric vehicles have both a gasoline-powered internal combustion engine and an electric motor. Unlike electric vehicles, most hybrid batteries aren’t plugged in to recharge. Instead, they utilize a…
It’s every electric car owner’s nightmare: getting stranded on the road with a dead battery and not a charging station in sight. Thankfully, this “range anxiety” is something that can be quelled with a little forethought and planning. Choose wisely Before you buy an electric car, do some serious research on its battery capacity. Measured…
Finding (or not finding) a place to charge your car is a common point of anxiety for many new electric car owners. A little planning should alleviate your concerns and minimize the time and money spent on keeping your car charged up and ready to go. Before you buy your car, get familiar with the…
If freedom from the ups and downs of gas prices appeals to you, an electric car may be a good choice. With an increasing number of pre-owned electric cars on the market in a wide range of prices, buying used makes financial sense. But before you take the plunge, it helps to do some homework….
Hybrid cars hit the market in 1999 and, since then, the technology driving these fuel-efficient vehicles has continued to evolve. So although buying a pre-owned hybrid makes smart economical sense, it is best to be armed with some knowledge – and the right questions. We’ve put together this checklist of what to know about a…