If you have been looking to buy a car for your family for some time then you have probably looked into buying a used family car.  Whether you have some newborns, toddlers that are growing fast, or children in high school, you will be looking to keep the costs down. You will want to complete some research, probably online, before you attempt to look for a car in your local area. This will probably depend on the style of car or van that you are after though: SUV, truck or car, and will most likely be dependent on both yourself and a partners choice of vehicle. You should be aware that you may have to compromise on the type of car that you choose though as some will be better on fuel economy, whilst other will be larger in size and more comfortable to use.  Read more... (1010 words, estimated 4:02 mins reading time)

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You will want to be able to make a used car purchase more effectively for you, and be an enticing experience that will enable you to get a deal at a dealership that is very favorable for you. In order to do this, you will need to know how to deal and speak with a salesperson in order to get the best price for your future vehicle.

When you enter into the parking lot or showroom at a used car dealers, the salespeople will be eager to sell a car to you before you leave, the amount of sales that they make in a month will help them build on their commission and payout. They will want to negotiate well with you and be able to sell a car to you that is within budget and nearly maxes it out. They will use quite a few of the well-known tactics that you should be aware of, and you should use against them when you go to buy your used car from them.  Read more... (936 words, estimated 3:45 mins reading time)

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Automotive maintenance is definitely expensive, and it can seem like a constant job. However, one of the most important things on your vehicle is your tires.

Your tires get daily wear and tear so you will want to be assured that you use a powerful set of tires holding up your automobile. However, there has to be a technique to cut corners when buying a fine set of tires right?  You are quite right. Here are a few easy tips to saving money on tires, and sometimes acquiring a discount tire is easier than you might have assumed.

To find a great discount tire you will want to make sure that you are getting a new tire for that price. Your discount tire should have top quality traction and construction.

If it does not include that then it is not worth the bucks saved to sacrifice your life . When searching for a tire you will also need to find out what size tire you are wanted.

This info is traditionally found on the driver’s side on the inside of the door. By knowing what you are looking for you will be able to search local suppliers and sites for the best value.  Read more... (308 words, estimated 1:14 mins reading time)

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