Reselling a vehicle can be unpredictable, but one thing is for certain: you’re not going to get back nearly as much money as you’ve put in. However, if you’re one to switch cars every five years, you can maximize how much money you’ll receive by targeting one of Kelly Blue Book’s cars with the best […]
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Understanding the Different Types of Used Car Lots
There are several types of used car dealerships, but the differences aren’t clear to the everyday customer. After all, you see a lot full of cars, and you figure that will satisfy your need for a ride. However, when you consider what you will be seeking in a car, you may want to take the […]
The Rarest Toyota Models of All Time
If you’re a Toyota enthusiast, you probably often reflect on some of the company’s older and retired models. However, we’d reckon there are a number of vehicles that you’ve just completely forgotten about. Well, here at AutoInfluence, we’re going to make sure that every car is remembered, regardless of how it was received by […]
Hyundai Introduces New Concepts with Bold Ambition
Hyundai is having a pretty stellar year, conceptually anyway. They’ve been busy introducing new concepts in luxury and high performance cars. Yes, the same brand that brings Hyundai dealers the Sonata, Accent and Santa Fe has been introducing new concepts to a selected audience of enthusiasts and specialty owners and racers at this year’s Frankfurt […]
Online Car Buying
Fall is upon us, and the newest 2016 models are arriving at dealerships across the nation. Plenty of redesigned cars, trucks, and SUVs are greeting consumers who have been anticipating their arrival all year. There are plenty of advantages to purchasing a vehicle online, but one of the most advantageous reasons for online car buying […]
Terms to Understand When Purchasing Car With Bad Credit
Cars are basically a necessity (unless you live in a large city and have access to public transportation), but it’s sometimes hard to afford even the least-expensive vehicle. Whether it’s a low income or the lack of justification for purchasing a different car, it sometimes doesn’t work out. Luckily, there are a number of steps […]
Buying a Car Battery: What You Need to Know
It is an accepted that part of the costs of owning a car are the repairs and replacements of different car parts. Through normal wear and tear and daily activity certain parts require more attention than others.
Past, Present, and Future of Jeep – A Look at Jeep Culture
There is something special about driving around in a Jeep brand vehicle. Slogans such as “It’s a Jeep thing, you wouldn’t understand,” give a slight inclination into just how unique owning a Jeep really is. When you pass someone on the road who is driving a Jeep, the two of you raise your hands, in […]
Hyundai Sponsors the NFL
There is yet another reason to hightail it to your local Hyundai dealers in NH. Not that we needed one, of course. Hyundai is now an official automotive sponsor of the NFL! Yet another reason to tune in to the game on Sunday…not that we needed one for that either. Clearly, Hyundai is hoping to […]
Silvia’s Strategies for Getting a Bad Credit Auto Loan
You’ve entered the no-judgment zone and are about to learn a few of my tried and true strategies for securing an automotive loan, even if your credit, well…sucks. Keep that ever-popular bumper sticker, s*** happens, and it happens to the best of us. Whatever happened to challenge your credit, not to worry. There are actually […]
Lesser Known Facts About Jeep
If you’re a Jeep enthusiast, we suspect that you (think you) know everything about the brand. Sure, you know about the company’s history, some of the lesser-known capabilities of the vehicle, and the impressive off-roading features. However, did you know that Jeep once produced a sports car prototype? Did you know about the Jeep YJ […]
Iconic Moments in Chevy’s History
There have been many iconic moments in Chevrolet’s 103-year history, but which of these moments stands out as the most memorable? Well, let’s just say that determining that is next to impossible, so we instead established a list of the most important moments in the brand’s history. Whether it was the legendary race between the […]
How to Extend Your Battery’s Life
A dead battery can be a huge inconvenience, and the ordeal is made that much more frustrating when it’s a frequent, reoccurring issue. There’s no way to completely prevent your battery from failing. However, there are ways you could maximize your battery’s power and preserve it’s energy. Of course, there are a lot of factors […]
False Misconceptions About Used Car Dealerships
Time has a way of changing things. Think of everything we are tolerant of today as opposed to 10, 20, or even 30 years ago. Boy, how things have changed! Luckily, for used car dealers the auto sales industry has changed their image over time. It used to be quite a stereotype. The used car salesman. […]
Chevy From The Beginning
Since the very first man walked on earth, there has been a constant hunger for innovation. The advent of the wheel was the most significant technology of its time, and without that simple stroke of genius – where would society be today? One of the most important invention of all time has propelled our society […]
Iconic Moments in Dodge’s History
Dodge started producing vehicles more than 100 years ago, and the brand seems to be operating better than ever. It hasn’t always been this way for the company, indicated by some of the company’s more iconic moments. As we celebrate Dodge’s birthday, we decided to look back at some of the most important moments in […]
Silvia’s Search for the Sweetest Sport Sedan
With everyone busy back to school shopping, I think it’s time to do a little browsing myself. I’ve got my sights set on finding the sweetest sport sedan on the market, and have narrowed my contenders down to five, each one from a seriously competitive automaker, including: Audi, Acura, BMW, Lexus, and Nissan. Since I […]
The Responsibility of Car Ownership
Owning a car is a big responsibility. Whether you received your first car at sixteen, or worked long hours well into adulthood, in order to make that first big purchase – you quickly realized that a vehicle is a big financial responsibility. Like anything else, cars need to be well taken care of in […]
The Top-Three Maserati Commercials
Maserati has always been renowned and very popular, but there’s no denying that very few drivers can actually afford the brand’s vehicles. So it was somewhat curious when the company began producing national commercials, including one noteworthy ad during a Super Bowl. Why would the company want to advertise to a general audience instead of […]
Used Car Prices at All-Time High
Buyers often target used vehicles because of the reasonable price tags. However, that financial incentive is slowly being reduced, as a recent Edmunds.com report showed that used car prices are increasing. How much are they climbing? The average used car price (which we’ll get to later) is expected to reach an all-time high! Regardless of […]