Unless you’re a staunch brand loyalist (which many of us are) there is an inherent challenge in researching Trucks For Sale in order to determine which one is best for you. The iconic nature of the ‘big 3’ compels many prospective buyers to default to the likes of Ford, GM, and RAM but enticing upstarts […]
Author: Jason Cook
Coming from a long line of mechanics and truck drivers, it was inevitable that Jason would find his own way into the auto industry. A childhood spent at car shows, teen years spent doing demolition derby, and a foray into drag racing would leave him with an enduring love of classic muscle cars that he’s never been able to shake off.
13 Used Cars For Today’s Drivers
When looking for used cars, drivers have to be conscious of the drastic changes facing the used car market. While many of these are driven by the continued evolution of eCommerce platforms intended for the buying and selling of cars, some of the primary influences might be things that you’ve given fairly little thought to. […]
Know Your (Vehicle’s) Worth
Raise your hand if you’ve ever purchased a vehicle, offering a trade-in vehicle to reduce the overall expense. If you have, you’re far from being ‘all alone’. In fact, it is estimated that a minimum of 47% of car buyers utilize a trade-in towards the purchase of a new vehicle. And while there are few […]
Cars You Can Find For a Steal (See What We Did There?)
So you’re in, or around, Denver and are looking for a used car. Once you’ve tackled the decision not to follow the masses and default to a Subaru Outback, Toyota Camry or Chevy Silverado you’re halfway there. But this is where the real search begins. When looking for Used Cars in Denver drivers are likely […]
He Who Considered a Kia
Check your phone, or watch. Grab your pen. Mark your calendar. Why? Because I’m about to say something I never thought I’d say, and may never say again. “I’m excited about a KIA.” There. I have to say it…summoning up the willpower to utter those four words (especially in a public forum) rank right up […]
Three Sides of the Chevy Silverado
While the Ford F-Series may reign supreme in terms of overall truck sales, there’s no debating that fact that Chevy proves more popular than Ford in many areas of the United States. In fact, from the streets of Cincinnati to the mile-high roads of Denver, the Silverado sits confidently as a favorite of many American […]
Ford Fiesta: For The Young (and Young-at-Heart)
If there is a vehicle class that I’ve always felt a detachment from, it is (without a doubt) the subcompact segment. Granted, I like my cars a little on bigger side with more assurance of performance in terms of horsepower and torque, so it’s safe to say that I’m just not part of the subcompact […]
Focusing in on…the Ford Focus
Would I drive a Ford Focus? No. Okay. But would I drive a Ford Focus if presented with the choice of a Ford Focus or any of its in-class competition? Also no. Then again, compact cars just aren’t my thing. This is especially true when speaking about a compact car which might be described as […]
2017 Nissan Titan vs 2017 Honda Ridgeline
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a hundred times: the truck marketplace is not what it used to be. Whether that stands as a good thing, or a bad thing (or falls somewhere in between) depends on your personal preferences. You may certainly prefer traditional American-built offerings, but the fact that you’re comparing […]
2017 Nissan Titan vs 2017 Chevy Silverado
While the likes of the ‘Detroit 3’ retain a firm lock on American truck buying, it’s a fair statement to say the the face of the American truck market has changed. Part of this can be attributed to the physical change in the demographic, with trucks having long-since evolved past a solitary existence as beaten […]
Don’t Sell Used Cars by Bashing New
Yeah, yeah, yeah. We’ve all heard it before. ‘Most cars depreciate 20-30% during the first two years of ownership. Why spend more, when you can let someone else take the hit by buying the same vehicle used?’ This tends to the be the go-to battle-cry of anyone trying to pitch the upside of used cars. […]
Ford Trucks (Because ‘Merica)
Never take for granted that, by searching Ford trucks, you become part of a storied American tradition. In late July of this year, Ford celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Model TT, the very first Ford Truck to roll off the assembly line. Looking Back A true innovation, the Model TT marked the first […]
Alas, Poor Car Dealers…
Looking back at 2016, it was impressive to see that vehicle sales within the U.S. returned another banner year. With a jump of 17.5 million vehicles from 2015 sales, a total of 17.55 million new vehicles hit U.S. roads last year. While those are certainly impressive numbers, it’s been widely stated that such a steady […]
2017 Honda CR-V vs 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
One of the most repeated, but accurate statements about today’s vehicle offerings is the mention of the Crossover / SUV vehicle class, and the extent to which it is over-saturated. Every manufacturer on the planet has something to offer, which lessens the likelihood of any one car standing out in comparison to another. Having grown […]
Why Go Further?
So, here you are…searching Ford dealerships online. My question is, “Why?” Please allow me to clarify: my question is not intended to cast aspersions on the Ford Motor Company or Ford dealerships. If (as stated in their motto) Ford wants you to “Go Further,” I’m going to suggest that you wait just a minute because […]
Urban Legends of Used Car Dealerships
It’s a fair statement to say that we’ve all heard our share of horror stories about used car dealerships. That said, I was always raised to believe that there are three sides to every story: “your” side, “their” side, and the truth. The implication, of course, is that any story is inherently influenced by the […]
Certified Pre-Owned Cars & “Finger Quotes”
If your used car search includes Certified Pre-Owned Cars, congratulations! You may now pat yourself on the back for increasing the likelihood of overall satisfaction in your car-buying (and owning) experience. Actually, only pat yourself on the back if you truly understand the dynamics of Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) programs. If you are only pretending that […]
AEV Jeeps Side-Step the Fail
Just this morning, I was having a conversation with a co-worker about how some topics are more fun to research and write about than others. While it’s inevitable that you’d enjoy writing about the kinds of cars that you love to drive (or aspire to drive someday), it’s very cool when you find yourself captivated […]
To Bolt, or Not To Bolt
With New York State’s reinstatement of the $2,000 rebate entitlement on the purchase of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, car dealerships in Albany, NY (and throughout the state) have an unspoken obligation to maintain sufficient inventory to appease the demand. Then again, do they? After all, what is the actual demand? While some car buyers […]
Three Rules of the BMW 7 Series
Have you ever seen the original “Transporter” movie? While one can never be sure whether or not the elite of your community would actually require your services as a “transporter,” finding the right BMW Dealership would be the ideal first step in pacifying your inner Jason Statham. Granted, you may have no immediate desire to […]