Cars & Transportation
12 articles
American drivers spend staggering amounts of money on gas for their cars. You can’t control the price of gasoline, but you can follow these simple tips to reduce your overall fuel consumption.
You’ve probably experienced your share of car problems, including unexpected breakdowns, mechanical defects, or accidents. AAA offers valuable benefits, including roadside assistance, travel services, and identity theft protection. But do these benefits justify the annual cost of AAA membership?
Not so long ago, a five-year car loan was considered “long-term.” Today, about 72% of new car loans come with terms longer than five years. We’re spending more on cars and spreading the cost out longer. What does a long-term car loan mean for your wallet, and are there better options? Find out here.
With car subscription services, you pay a monthly fee and get the use of a car on a short-term basis. In most cases, your monthly fee also covers expenses such as insurance and maintenance, making your car hassle-free. How does a car subscription service work, and is it right for you? Find out here.
In the housing industry, it’s called “negative equity.” In the automotive industry it’s called being “upside down.” In both cases, it means the same thing: You owe more money on an asset than the asset itself is worth. When you’re upside down on a car loan, you can end up in big trouble because a
Nearly all states require car owners to carry auto insurance, not none require comprehensive coverage. But that doesn’t mean this coverage lacks value — it can reduce the net cost of major repairs to your vehicle. Learn more about comprehensive coverage auto insurance and whether it’s right for you.
Many people approach the car-buying process in the wrong order. If you want to get the best deal on your next vehicle purchase, follow these tips.
With a presence in 10,000 cities around the world, Uber is the world’s most popular ridesharing app. Like the Lyft app, it lets riders hail drivers electronically and compensate them for their services by credit card. The Uber app offers access to several different levels of service, from cut-rate options (UberX and UberPool) to luxury
GasBuddy is a one-stop resource for drivers looking to reduce commuting costs and find cheap fuel faster. Here’s what you need to know to get the most out of this popular app.
How’s your commute? If you’re like most Americans, you probably drive to work in a car you own or lease. It takes a little less than 30 minutes each way, and you spend at least some of that time in slow or stopped traffic. The vast majority of Americans commute in private vehicles – 84.8%,
If you’ve spent much time in the entertainment districts of larger cities or college towns, you’ve probably seen a pedicab in action. Known by a variety of other names, including “bike taxis” and “cycle rickshaws,” pedicabs are generally three-wheeled vehicles with a forward-positioned driver’s seat and seating space farther back for two to four people. Configurations
Maybe your personal budget isn’t as generous as you’d like it to be. Perhaps you’re getting tired of your nine-to-five grind. Or maybe you just want to earn some extra spending money. There are plenty of side hustles for folks in your shoes, from legitimate ways to make money from home, to part-time and seasonal jobs that put cash in your