Car Ownership

With the arrival of autumn, comes many of our favorite things. Leaves changing color, fall flavors and scents, cooler weather, and oh yes, football. There’s something about the first kickoff under Friday night lights that perfectly ushers in this time of year. Then there’s the college games making for wonderful Saturdays. And NFL games on Sunday. And Monday. And Thursday. Lots of opportunities to embrace … Read More

It’s getting interesting out there. According to experts, U.S. families drive tens of billions of miles a year – that’s right, billion with a ‘b’ – to get their kids to and from school, accounting for an estimated 10% to 14% of traffic in the mornings alone. An estimated 43% of children who reside less than a mile from school, a relatively easy distance for … Read More

Road trip season is in motion, and to keep the good times rolling make sure you’ve followed these steps before you set off. Remember that, as a Chrysler Capital customer, your nearby FCA US dealership is ready to provide any vehicle assistance you may need. Check the tires Take a walk around your vehicle to examine the tires for wear and place a penny upside … Read More

Most drivers know that regular maintenance is the key to keeping a vehicle running smoothly. After all, a well-cared-for car means a safer ride and less chance of repair bills down the road. But how good are we at putting that knowledge into practice? For this April’s National Car Care Month, we carried out a poll asking, “How often do you perform vehicle maintenance?” to … Read More

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

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

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, or someone who has retired many vehicles over the years, you probably know that acquiring a new ride is just one step in the life of car ownership. Driving off the lot and into the years ahead, part of your “job” as auto owner is making sure you keep your vehicle in optimum running condition. Not to mention avoiding any … Read More

Buying your first car can feel like a rite of passage, and that special moment is something many of us get to enjoy. With 289 million vehicles on the road and 17 million vehicles bought each year, it’s clear America is a car-loving country. From car clubs where enthusiasts can congregate and compare rides to racetracks to watch the latest NASCAR, IndyCar and other races, … Read More