Edmunds.com is one of a few resourceful websites that offer a range of car-related information, from car ratings and reviews to side-by-side comparisons to tutorials on how to work on your car yourself. In addition to Edmunds.com, you can try Autobuy.com, Carpoint.msn.com, … [Read more...] about Visit Edmunds.com for comprehensive information on how to buy and maintain a car, as well as for additional money-saving advice
The best way to save money on car expenses is to drive carefully
Racing the engine at start-up, accelerating and decelerating rapidly, driving at high speeds and running over curbs or potholes are all detrimental to your car’s health - which means they will cost you more money. These behaviors add wear and tear to your car, resulting in more … [Read more...] about The best way to save money on car expenses is to drive carefully
Avoid future body damage by keeping your car parked in a garage or in the shade
Sun and heat can damage both the exterior and interior of your car. While it is easy to see how the elements can wear out the paint and exterior, it is actually inside the car that can suffer the most heat damage. Temperatures inside a car can actually climb to almost double … [Read more...] about Avoid future body damage by keeping your car parked in a garage or in the shade
Using your car less is a smart way to be frugal – consider carpooling, working from home if it’s an option, and walking or biking short distances
Telecommuting one day per week will, if you work an average of five days per week, reduce gas costs by 20%. Carpooling can save a lot of money on gas as well. And both mean driving your car less, which can translate to a longer life for your vehicle and less frequent repairs. … [Read more...] about Using your car less is a smart way to be frugal – consider carpooling, working from home if it’s an option, and walking or biking short distances
Cut your costs while waiting to sell your car
If gas, maintenance and insurance make it too expensive to use your car, but you are not in a position to sell it or trade down, consider limiting your costs while holding on to your vehicle for the future. Find a safe place to park it (ideally indoors in a free garage) and … [Read more...] about Cut your costs while waiting to sell your car