When it comes to considering an extended warranty from your auto manufacturer, many folks shrug off the offer of extended coverage beyond the factory warranty. Many folks expect the purchase a new automobile to last 5- to 10-years…or even longer. Yet they often won’t pay for an extended warranty. Here’s why paying extra for that extended warranty might not be worth it… Con #1:

As another winter approaches in many parts of North America, winterizing your car is vital to make it through another season safely. Consider readying your vehicle for snow, ice, and cold to avoid costly repairs and unexpected problems on the road. Be proactive by replacing parts with winter-appropriate gas, oil, windshield wipers, and tires, and replacement where necessary to ensure safety in extreme driving conditions… 1.

Are you in the market for a new or used car that requires financing? If so, beware of these common and very costly car loan mistakes. Not only are they preventable, these car financing mishaps can end up costing you a ton of extra money and stress. Instead, do your research and steer clear of these common car buying errors… 1.

When you’re in the market to finance a car, the last thing you want is to be turned away because you don’t have the proper documentation. Both in person dealer purchases and online lenders will require the following personal documentation in order to approve an auto loan. Consider obtaining and bringing along these basic documents in order to qualify for new or used car financing… 1.

Teenagers are often blinded by fast wheels and a shiny exterior when it comes to getting behind the wheel of their first car. It’s the parents who get left paying off the loan. However, helping your teen take on their own financing can be a great lesson in responsible purchasing and also teach them the importance of building a positive credit history.

You’re driving along on a nice sunny afternoon, when suddenly out of nowhere, a stone flies up and leaves a tiny stone chip in your windshield. It’s ironic that the tiniest of specks from gravel, sand, ice, a pebble, fallen debris from trees, and even a bird can chip or crack your windshield, sunroof, or side and rear windows of your vehicle.

Car insurance is meant to give driver’s peace of mind by covering damage due to storms, vandalism, and accidents. However, regardless of how much you pay for your policy, no insurance will cover you for everything imaginable. Take a boo at these surprising things that your insurance policy won’t pay coverage for… 1.

Congratulations! You have a teen driver in the family. However, you teenager wants a car, but you know that adding a teen driver to your insurance policy is going to inevitably increase your insurance rates. The reason for this is statistically, young drivers are considered more of a risk than seasoned drivers, with increased accident, careless driving, speeding, and even tickets.

Are you paying an arm and a leg in car insurance rates? If your driving record isn’t at fault, it may be where you life. Certain U.S. states pay higher insurance premiums compared to others due to factors such as car theft rates, personal injury fraud due to car accidents, and proximity to desirable city centers.

Insurance policies of any kind are always so darn complicated. But automobile insurance is likely one of the most confounding and difficult to comprehend. The many myths about cars of certain models or colors only help perpetuate more false rumours. Let’s take a look at the four most common car insurance myths… 1.

Vehicle safety is imperative if your passengers are young children. However, in addition to the working order of your vehicle, childproofing the interior of your car, like your home, can ensure your child’s safety and even prevent injuries if you suffer an unfortunate accident while driving with a young child.

Fall is upon us, the weather is turning cool and the sun is setting sooner in the day. You know what that means? Winter is coming. You can do your part by committing to a cautious driving season. Plan ahead for road safety and be conscious of other motorists on the road this winter.

The idea of a driverless car might seem like it’s out of a science fiction novel. However, companies like the Waymo project (used to be called the Google self-driving car) are already testing its fleet of self-driving technology throughout the United States. Self-driving (or autonomous cars) are unmanned ground vehicles capable of sensing the surrounding environment and navigating without the control of a human driver.

If you’re a car buff, there’s almost nothing as inspiring as the glitz and glam of Hollywood to get your engines roaring. Hollywood has certainly had it’s share of memorable cars on the big and small screen. Do you agree with our top picks for Hollywood’s coolest cars? 1. Die Another Day’s Aston Martin V12 Vanquish While the James Bond movies have certainly had their fare share of Bond villains and Bond girls, 007 has also had a really impressive line up of cars.