Author: Johnny Orion

This article was originally published in November 2017. It has been updated for clarity and relevancy. Most people start thinking about learning to drive as they near the end of their teenage years. They eagerly anticipate the freedom that driving…

This article was rewritten since it was initially published in 2015. Mention “car depreciation” to a novice car buyer, and you might get a yawn in response. While it’s not the most thrilling topic, understanding depreciation is crucial when purchasing…

The minivan segment is a shell of its previous glory. In the 1980s, just when the Chrysler Corporation was reviving the segment, customers began moving away from wagons to minivans. By 2000, crossover utility vehicles began to enter the market…

You are out for a drive, enjoying the scenery, and only semi-aware of the road signage. Suddenly, a bank of fast-approaching blue flashing lights visible in your rearview mirror has you startled. And then a sinking feeling overtakes you: you’re…

Just one mistake behind the wheel or a moment of distraction can prove disastrous. Sadly, more than 3 million Americans are injured in car accidents annually with another 42,000 killed according to the federal government. Avoiding becoming a grisly statistic…

Winter is here and with it is the coldest weather of the year. Chillier temperatures and shorter days bring with it specific driving challenges, therefore you should winterize your car if you have not done so yet. Besides winterizing your…

Winter’s worst may pack a mean wallop, therefore it is important to ensure your car is ready for what comes your way. Ideally, you’ll have your maintenance tasks handled before the big chill settles in. But if you don’t, it…

If you need to sell your car and get rid of it quickly, then you have a few options available to get this deal done. That said, you must keep in mind that the faster you try to sell your…

If you are in the market for a different vehicle or want to get rid of the car you are currently driving, you’re in great company. Millions of Americans share the same desire. Typically, it is easy to sell a…

Register your vehicle through the DMV to make it drivable. Purchase a used car and you may have saved yourself a heap of money over the cost of a new ride. Indeed, with the average cost of a new car…

You have a car and need multiple parts for it. Or perhaps you have set your eyes on a jalopy that no longer runs. Fixing it and bringing it back to its former glory is an option. Either way, you…

It’s shocking how easily a windshield can be damaged. Sometimes, all it might take is one speck of loose gravel and then… crack! And what’s even more surprising is the repair expenses. When windshields get damaged, one of the first…