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  For a lot of people, a car is more than just a mode of transportation — it’s a reflection of their personality, lifestyle and values. The type of car you drive can convey a lot about who you are and what you’re about, whether you like it or not. A car can serve multiple purposes beyond your basic transpiration. Car as a Status Symbol Certain high-end luxury and exotic vehicles can serve as a status symbol resonating the owner’s wealth and possibly status within the community. People attracted to these high-end vehicles from various Italian brands such as Maserati , Ferrari as well as German brands such as Porsche , Audi , Mercedes-Benz and BMW . The motivating factor for buying these vehicles is to convey a sense of wealth and success to others. These status symbol vehicle’s owners tend to be more concerned with vanity than with the actual vehicle brand and are not always car hobbyists and fanatics. Car You Drive   Car Hobbyists Car hobbyists are attracted to a large varie...

  Buying a used car can be a daunting experience especially for those who are new to the process. With so many scammers out there, it’s easy to get taken advantage of. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. In this article, we’ll expose the top 10 used car scams and provide you with the inside scoop on how to avoid them. 10 Commonly Used Car Scams to watch out for   1. The Odometer Rollback You’ve probably heard of this deceptive and highly illegal practice before. Odometer rollback is the act of manipulating the vehicles odometer, most commonly to alter the total mileage the car was driven. Making the vehicle appear to have lower mileage may make the car more attractive to potential buyers and fetch a higher premium. It’s a clever trick but it’s not foolproof. Here’s how to catch them in the act: check the odometer reading on the car’s title and compare it to the reading on the odometer. Always run a VinCheckUp vehicle history report to check for last reported odometer readi...

  As a car owner, it’s essential to budget for yearly maintenance costs to ensure your vehicle runs smoothly and efficiently. However, determining these costs can be a bit challenging, as they vary greatly depending on several factors, including the vehicle’s year, make, model and condition. In this article, we’ll explore how to estimate your vehicle’s yearly maintenance costs and provide tips on how to save money on repairs and maintenance . There are multiple reasons why yearly maintenance costs cannot be just averaged out based on some generic stats and figures. In fact, each vehicle will have its individual requirements and standards beyond what is recommended by the manufacturer. To fully understand and plan for upcoming vehicle maintenance it is vital to explore all the factors that influence your specific vehicles maintenance costs. Vehicles yearly maintenance   Factors Affecting Vehicle Maintenance Costs There are several major factors that influence the maintenance co...

  In recent years, electrification in vehicles has revolutionized the   automotive industry   with new driver aids and various levels of advanced driverless technologies being installed in many of the new vehicles on sale today. Beyond clean energy and sustainability goals there may be something sinister laying behind this effort to electrify the future. In this article we want to address some of the more potentially controversial topics related to driverless technology.   This cutting-edge technology offers car owners unprecedented convenience. Just imagine arriving at your desired location without ever needing to find a parking spot. The modern   car   can autonomously find a parking spot on its own—this futuristic vision is now becoming reality. We are on the brink of full vehicle autonomy. You no longer need to waste time searching for parking, remembering where you parked your car, or worrying about squeezing into a narrow door opening just because ano...

As many of us know first-hand, electrical car problems can be especially frustrating because they often require extensive diagnostic time to pinpoint the exact fault. Unlike mechanical problems, which may show obvious signs of wear or malfunction, electrical issues can be hidden within a complex network of wires, sensors, and multiple control modules. Modern vehicles rely heavily on a vast number of electrical systems and modules which communicate with each other and are responsible for everything from starting the engine to operating safety features, so a failure in even a small component can affect multiple systems. Diagnosing some electrical faults often requires specialized equipment and knowledge, and because these issues are sometimes intermittent, they can take longer to identify, leading to higher labor costs and potential part replacements that may not immediately resolve the problem. Electrical issues can be hard to diagnose   As more and more vehicles are equipped with ...

Buying a pre-owned vehicle can be an exciting and at the same time a daunting experience. The act of buying a pre-owned vehicle involves a fair bit of risk. It is important to help minimize the chances of getting a bad apple by performing a pre purchase vehicle inspection. A Pre-Purchase Vehicle inspection is one of the most important steps you should take before making your purchase decision. This process helps identify possibly hidden issues that could lead to costly repairs down the road. Buying a pre-owned vehicle   In this article we have outlined all the steps you will need to follow to conduct a proper pre-purchase used vehicle inspection. We did our best to ensure that the instructions are straight forward however, If you do not feel comfortable tackling any of the steps outlined in the guide below we highly suggest that you seek the help of an independent automotive technician or a vehicle inspection expert. 1. Preliminary Research The first step begins before you even ...