The Toyota Tacoma: The best years for reliability
Cover photo by Zsolt Joo / Pexels What’s the best year for the Toyota Tacoma + Tacoma years to avoid. When shopping for a truck, the Toyota Tacoma is a top contender for many. Not only is it stylish, but it’s tough and rugged. Not too big and not too small, the Toyota Tacoma is […]
The Mazda 3 reliability, problems, maintenance and costs
Cover photo by Obi Onyeador / Pexels The Mazda 3 originated in 2003 and was marketed to a Japanese audience as the Mazda Axela. The first generation Mazda 3 was introduced to the U.S. car-buying public in 2003, for the 2004 model year. The Mazda 3 has been known for its performance, style and handling, […]
Is Nissan Sentra a good car?
Cover photo by senivpetro / Freepik There is a lot to consider when you’re ready to purchase a new or a used Nissan Sentra, so let’s take a look at the whole story; the good, the bad and the ugly. The Sentra name was created from a combination of the words central and sentry. Nissan […]
Honda extended warranty cost and what’s covered
Cover photo by standre / Freepik Are you shopping for peace of mind and considering an extended warranty for your Honda? If you’re considering one, you’re not alone. Many consumers choose an extended warranty to help mitigate the financial impact of repairs and labor costs. Today consumers are keeping their vehicles longer than just a […]
What is the best year for a Honda CR-V?
Cover photo by Freepik / Freepik It’s been said that CR-V stands for “Comfortable Runabout Vehicle” or “Compact Recreational Vehicle”…and BOTH adequately describe this compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker, Honda. It is also known as both a SUV (sports utility vehicle) and CUV (cross over utility vehicle). Unveiled to the American auto market […]
Is the Honda Pilot a good car
Cover photo by pvproductions / Freepik Honda’s mid sized, 5-door crossover SUV, the Honda Pilot, was introduced to the North American auto buying market in 2002. The largest Honda SUV in its lineup, the Pilot has three rows of seating and has a suspension designed to ride and handle similar to a car. The multi-purpose […]
Do I need Mechanical Breakdown Insurance?
Cover photo by ENG_HK / Pexels Good question! Does one need Mechanical Breakdown Insurance? Insurance in general is a topic that can be confusing. There are many kinds of insurance offered, home, renters, auto, boat, motorcycle, pet and now Mechanical Breakdown Insurance (MBI)? We understand it can all be a bit overwhelming. Let’s explore MBI […]
Extended auto warranty with no waiting period
Cover photo by @Freepik / Freepik If you have been looking for an extended auto warranty with no waiting period, you may have thought you were out of luck. Most extended warranty programs have a 30 day and/or 1,000 mile waiting period. Not Olive®. Olive® has just announced a new service that covers your car […]
Can you buy an extended warranty for a used car in California?
Cover photo by @standret / Freepik Buying a previously owned vehicle that is 2-3 years old or more can be a great way to save money because you can get a great deal. Vehicles usually depreciate between 20 and 30% in the first year, and 15-18% after that. This means that a very well maintained […]
Ever wondered: What is a car warranty? What does a car warranty cover?
Cover photo by @Freepik / Freepik Unpacking car warranties as well as the details of different types of warranties – powertrain, bumper-to-bumper, extended and more. Millions of cars, trucks and SUVs are sold every year with a steady increase in volume year over year. For most of us, our vehicles are very important to us […]