I recently had a meeting with some web developers. While I knew they were speaking English, I had no idea what they were saying. Jargon can be very frustrating, especially if you’re leasing a car. Understanding what you’re reading and hearing can be a total gamechanger. With that in mind, it might be a good idea to remember some key terms if you’re in the … Read More
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16 Key terms to help you with your next vehicle purchase
Have you ever talked to someone only to then realize you had no idea what they were saying? During a recent conversation with my plumber, I heard the word “flange” and it all went downhill from there. Jargon can be very frustrating, especially if you’re buying a car. Understanding what you’re reading and hearing can be a total gamechanger. With that in mind, it might … Read More
15 key terms to know when buying or leasing a car
Sometimes using industry jargon becomes second nature and we forget that others don’t always speak our language. Most of us are guilty of doing it at one time or another. Like the other day when my daughter’s “dogs were barking” after her “double.” They were “slammed” and “didn’t have enough hands” all day. Thank goodness I used to wait tables or she would’ve had to … Read More
Auto financing for the first-time buyer
If you go online and search “financing my first car” or “first time car buyer” you’ll get roughly 150-250 million results. Give or take. That’s a lot of information to sort through. But the first, and most important thing you need to know is – it is possible to get financed as a first-time buyer. There are just a few things you need to know … Read More
Ultimate U.S. road trips
Road trips are a part of American life, and with the country offering every terrain imaginable, there’s something for everyone to see. According to a recent study, 81 percent of Americans plan to set off on a road trip this summer – so which routes should they take? We’ve looked at data including the highest-rated American byways – main highways, scenic drives, obscure roads, pastoral … Read More
How to find the best vehicle incentives
Shopping for a vehicle involves some big decisions, including how much you will spend. One factor you should take into account is vehicle incentives which can save eligible shoppers hundreds or thousands of dollars up front or over the course of their financing. Incentives come in different forms, have a range of eligibility criteria, may sometimes be combined, and change throughout the year, all of … Read More
Want a plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle? 4 things to consider
Electric and hybrid vehicles have been capturing the interest of people for years. As gas prices continue to rise, the idea of not having to pay at the pump is even more appealing. Is now the time to go green? Here are four things to keep in mind. 1. Plug-in hybrid and electric vehicle tax credit drives prices down While the initial sticker price for … Read More
New generation Grand Cherokee begins an exhilarating ride
It’s more of what you love, and then some. The all-new 2022 Jeep® Grand Cherokee, the fifth generation of the do-it-all SUV, is ready to tackle tomorrow’s adventures with style and ability, plus – for the first time – it will offer a range of powerful plug-in hybrid electric vehicles for you to choose from. Following the arrival of the three-row Grand Cherokee L, the … Read More
Gift yourself a new vehicle during the Big Finish
What better way to treat yourself this holiday season than with a brand-new vehicle? The Big Finish Sales Event is your chance to do just that and get a great deal in the process. Chrysler Capital and FCA US are offering you a range of seasonal, wallet-warming incentives including zero percent APR for 72 months1 on select vehicles now through January 3, 2022. Get comfortable … Read More
Ram powers to record-setting quality award win
You can’t beat a new Ram truck. That’s the clear message from buyers who have placed the brand firmly at the top of a prestigious auto ranking – and set an industry record in the process. Ram occupies first place in J.D. Power’s 2021 Initial Quality Study (IQS), becoming the first truck-exclusive brand to do so. The study, which analyzes the views of owners at … Read More