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Tips for Buying a Used Car

Used Car Buying Tips – There are many reasons that people buy a used car instead of a new one. Sometimes it’s a matter of being between the rock of basic transportation and the hard place of limited funds. Other times there are models that people find particularly desirable that aren’t made any more or were revamped for the new model year. Continue reading

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Toyota’s latest: 2011 Highlander

New from Toyota: 2011 Highlander – Reworked sheet metal, more powertrain choices, and the addition of hi-tech gadgets and convenience features are just some of the changes in store for the Toyota Highlander in 2011. The Highlander is a midsize … Continue reading

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Used Cars Remain In Demand As Economy Thaws

The recent recession put used cars in high demand. Their lower price tag meant that consumers weary of the economy could get into a car without breaking the bank. But even as the economy begins to thaw, pre-owned cars and … Continue reading

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2010 GMC Terrain Quick Look

GMC has remained one of GM’s core brands, but until recently it has been known for providing badge-engineered versions of existing Chevrolet models. Based on the Chevrolet Equinox, the 2010 GMC Terrain is much more than a thinly disguised Chevy. With unique styling, the GMC Terrain provides uniquely GMC-spin on a solid GM platform. Continue reading

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New Saab Offers Fail to Deter GM

Although the industry was shocked to hear that an offer from Spyker to by Saab was back on the table again, it appears that General Motors has not ceased the process of winding down the Swedish automaker. Continue reading

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2010 Toyota Prius Isn’t Always a Perfect Choice

The 2010 Toyota Prius is a technological marvel to some extent. With a base price of $23K, drivers can expect extreme miles per gallon and will also enjoy riding in a vehicle known for eco-friendliness. But while most accounts of the Toyota Prius seem to be positive overall, some admit that real-world driving puts it in a different light than many mainstream reviews. Continue reading

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General Motors Expects Early Loan Repayment

General Motors has announced that its restructuring efforts are already paying off. The automaker has said that it expects to pay back the money it was loaned by to the U.S. government, as well as the Canadian and Ontario governments, earlier than expected. Continue reading

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Volkswagen to Drop the Passat

The Volkswagen Passat has seen its fair share of ups and downs. But as the new car demand waned, the demand for the Passat plummeted. Instead, buyers were either more interested in sportier looking CC, or in other foreign luxury brands. This has led VW to consider dropping the Passat when a new mid-sized sedan is expected to go on sale in 2011. Continue reading

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Cash for Clunkers Successful for Foreign Automakers

Cash for Clunkers proved to be beneficial to everyone, especially considering that everyone had been hurting before the program’s start. But it was the foreign automakers that benefited even more as their market share actually increased. Continue reading

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Nissan Cube Delivers Style For Less

The Nissan Cube is the automaker’s answer to Scion’s xB or Honda’s Element. All are compact, bold in their design, and affordable. While affordability and fuel efficiency is enough to excite plenty of car buyers these days, the Nissan Cube and its closest competitors also feature a love-it-or-hate-it design that certainly won’t resonate with every car buyer. Continue reading

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