Tax season is here – a time when many people receive the boost of a refund, greater financial freedom and start thinking about new opportunities ahead.1 Last year’s tax refund averaged more than $3,0002 and, whether you’re planning the return of fair-weather road trips in a new vehicle or would like to pay off an existing ride, there are great ways to put that kind … Read More
Rob Looker
Rob Looker is a Content Editor for Chrysler Capital and Santander Consumer USA. He writes articles to help car shoppers find the right vehicles with the right financing, so they can enjoy the road ahead. When he’s not in front of a keyboard, he’s often behind the wheel, exploring new places.
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5 car shopping tips for tax season success
If you’ve decided to put your tax refund toward a new ride, you may now be ready for the fun part – car shopping.* Here are a few tips to help you get the right vehicle with the best deal. 1. Research online Begin by looking at what vehicle or vehicles will meet your needs as well as work with your budget. While shopping for … Read More
How to calculate the gas cost of a trip
It’s easy to jump in the car and just drive, but when you’re taking a road trip or even starting a new commute, a little planning goes a long way. Calculating the gas cost of your trip is a smart trick to budget travel expenses, and there are a couple of routes you can take. One is doing it by hand, which can be completed … Read More
How to trade in a car with negative equity
When you owe more than your vehicle is worth but still intend to trade in – and plenty of people do – then planning your next steps will help you to get the most out of the deal.* Learn how you can approach it, below. Rolling over your negative equity In this situation, it’s common for negative equity to be rolled into financing for the … Read More
Do you need winter tires?
Driving through winter landscapes can be breathtaking, but the cold hard truth is that it often poses extra risks. One of the things you can do to prepare your vehicle for a safe journey is to equip it with winter tires. However, when is that really necessary? If you’re driving in temperatures that are in the low 40 degrees Fahrenheit and below then winter tires, … Read More