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Car loans for college students can make sense if done right
May 28, 2013

Car loans for college students can make sense if done right

You might think that another financial obligation is the last thing a college student would want to take on. But sometimes, it’s necessary. For example, most college students need reliable transportation to get to school, an internship or a job,…

An auto emergency kit worthy of Iron Man’s suit
May 1, 2013

An auto emergency kit worthy of Iron Man’s suit

I always thought of the gadgets in Iron Man’s suit (check out the latest armor in Iron Man 3) as being something like a more comprehensive version of those in Batman’s utility belt…not entirely necessary, but undeniably cool. Batman didn’t…

Infographic: 10 reasons we love a truck
April 25, 2013

Infographic: 10 reasons we love a truck

The numbers for the March auto sales came out and things are looking up. Manufacturers such as Honda, Volkswagen, Chrysler, GM, Ford and others saw increases in year over year new car and truck sales. One vehicle line in particular,…

Tips for car buying
April 15, 2013

Tips for car buying

Did you just graduate from high school? Are you trying to figure out what your next steps in life will be? Whatever your situation, you most likely will need a car. So to help all you recent high school (or…

Where to find help online for new car and used car shopping
April 11, 2013

Where to find help online for new car and used car shopping

The beauty of new car or used car shopping in the internet age is the amount of information at your fingertips. The trouble with car shopping in the internet age is, well, the amount of information at your fingertips. Sorting…

How to know if auto leasing or buying is right for you
April 10, 2013

How to know if auto leasing or buying is right for you

The following post originally appeared on our RoadLoans blog, The Open Road. Should I lease a car or buy one?  It’s a common question when consumers think of getting a new car. For some, leasing is a difficult call. It’s tantamount to…