car shopping

You know what you say about your car; but what does it say about you?

Think a good first impression starts with a handshake? Because according to MSN Auto it starts the minute you drive up. Walter McManus is the head of the automotive analysis group at the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institution. MSN Auto presented him with ten different cars and asked him to weigh in on the personality traits each ride conveys.  read more »

Ready for a new car? If you’re thinking of trading in for something smaller; you might want to put the brakes on the search.

Right now the price for a smaller, more gas friendly car is at a record high. But those ticket numbers are expected to come down in the next few months. Analysts say the drop will be caused by a number of reasons. The price at the pump has gone down making people more comfortable about buying up some of the bigger cars. Small car giants Honda and Toyota; both damaged by Japan’s earthquake will start revving up production. And since that will fill up car lots Japan and Detroit will start offering up small car discounts to free up the space.  read more »

The recent Toyota recalls, safety concerns and congressional hearings may have you steering towards a different dealership. But the company might still be worth a second look.

According to a recent U.S. News and World Report article there are a couple of reasons why you should consider the Japanese auto giant for your next car purchase. For example now could be the best time to buy. The company will eventually recover but until then dealerships will be forced to slash prices and cut you a bargain to move some of their inventory that has been scandalized by the recent recalls.  read more »