A Seattle Woman’s Perspective on Car Buying
Here’s the truth: Women are better shoppers than men.
Perhaps the “shopping gene” is carried on the X chromosome. We have two “X’s”; thereby we are twice as efficient and productive. Or perhaps it is an environmental part of our upbringing. At an early age, wise mothers pass along two key concepts to their daughters:
1. You get what you pay for 2.Never pay full price Read more »
Most Stolen Seattle Cars for 2008
There’s no shortage of Camry’s, Accords, and Civics on the roads of Seattle. Maybe that’s why when it comes to the most stolen cars in Washington, those popular vehicles are the ones targeted by car thieves. The National Insurance Crime Bureau’s Hot Wheels report for 2008 has Seattle ranked 26th nationally in car thefts. Read more »
Progressive Insurance VIP Service for Seattle Car Drivers
When you think of concierge service, images of the helpful attendant at the Bellagio or the Four Seasons comes to mind. Did you need last minute tickets to Cirque Du Soleil? No problem, just call the concierge and he can hook it up! Read more »
Car Rental Tips from a Traveling Journalist
Between a career which has traveled me all over the U.S. and an adventurous spirit that leads me to wander off in my free time, I’ve probably rented more cars in the past five years than most people will rent, collectively, in their lifetimes.
Car Negotiation: The 10 Step Guide – Part 2
Step 6: How to Set a Price For Your Car
The trickiest part of the negotiating game is to set a price that is fair to both you and the dealership. As good or bad as a dealership might be, they still have to make a profit. In fact, you might be surprised to hear that dealerships average about a mere 1% profit per year on total sales. Read more »
Seattle Auto News
Cash For Clunkers in Seattle
After the recent announcement that the Cash for Clunkers program was active again, we at Seattle...
Seattle Car Drivers are Spending Less Time in Traffic?
Gas prices go up, more people out of work equals fewer folks on the road? It would seem to...
Best Convertible Cars for Seattle
You don’t live in Southern California. You don’t live in Florida. You live in the state...
Auto Insurance
Your Driving Stinks! The Worst Driving States in America
The Big Apple! Home of Broadway, the Empire State building, the New York Yankees, and the worst...
Do Seattle Car Owners Need AAA Services?
All it takes is one time for your car to break down on I-90 in a snow storm, or getting a...
Pemco Insurance Ads Have Seattle Drivers Figured Out
“We’re a lot like you, a little different,” claims Pemco Insurance. The insurance...
Cars and Features
Best Convertible Cars for Seattle
You don’t live in Southern California. You don’t live in Florida. You live in the state...
Car Negotiation: The 10 Step Guide
For most people, buying a car is the second biggest investment of their lives, right behind...
You Always Remember Your First Car
Whenever I’m in one of those conversations where people get to reminiscing about their first...
Used Car Guides
Understanding a Vehicle History Report
As a follow-up to our earlier article on Ten Reasons to Get a Car History Report, we’re...
How to Avoid the Unlicensed Car Dealer
The internet has all but revolutionized the process of buying a used car, as buyers have access...
Ten Reasons to Get a Car History Check
Buying a used car is no easy task. From finding the right car to cutting the final check, there...
Driving Tips
Seattle Car Drivers are Spending Less Time in Traffic?
Gas prices go up, more people out of work equals fewer folks on the road? It would seem to...
K1 Speed in Redmond
It’s Friday night and you’re feeling the need for speed. You look over at the...
Snow Driving Tips: Getting up the Hill
Seattle is known for it’s rolling hills and beautiful mountain ranges. But come winter,...
