Tag: AAA auto buying program
Buying a Car in a Pricey Market
May 22, 2024. AAA Staff
Forewarned is forearmed when shopping for a new or used vehicle.
How to Sell Your Car
November 21, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
Preparing to sell your car might seem like a daunting task, but following these steps will make it a smooth ride.
Great Cars for Older Drivers and Retirees
July 06, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
For the practical, the frugal or the dreamer, these are some of the best cars for older drivers and retirees.
What to Do If Your Car Is a Lemon
April 07, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
If your car turns out to be a lemon, you may be able to get a refund or replacement. But only if you follow these steps.
Tips for How to Negotiate a New Car Price or Lease
April 14, 2020. Vanessa Young
We take the stress out of the negotiating process to help you get a good deal on your next car.
Why You Should Consider New Car Financing Outside of the Dealership
October 29, 2019. Roberto Cruz
Many if not most car buyers let the dealership handle their new car financing but shopping around can result in serious savings.
The Life Cycle of a Car: Questions and Answers
September 09, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Learn about the life cycle of a car from start to finish. How are they designed? What happens after they die? We explain the entire process.
Driving a 2018 Hyundai Elantra
March 12, 2018. John Paul
The Hyundai Elantra GT is a five-door front-wheel-drive hatchback powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 161 horsepower. Transmission choices are a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. In addition to the standard GT, there is the Elantra GT Sport which ups the performance by adding a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that produces 201 horsepower….
Behind the Wheel of the 2018 VW Golf
March 12, 2018. John Paul
The Golf is the car that started the “hot hatch” trend of fun-to-drive, peppy, great-handling hatchbacks. Based on AAA’s review, the latest version may be the best yet.
Behind the Wheel of a 2018 Kia Rio EX
February 14, 2018. John Paul
The all-new Kia Rio comes in both a four-door sedan and hatchback. There are three trim levels, the LX, EX and S. All models are powered by the same 130-horsepower, four-cylinder engine. Manual and automatic transmissions are available in all trims. I drove the EX hatchback version with an automatic transmission. These days, with minivans…
Score a Great Deal on Your Next Car
March 08, 2017. AAA Staff
Buying a car can be exciting, but stressful. Getting a good price will lessen the latter. John Paul, AAA’s Car Doctor, has the following advice to help you get a fair deal on your next purchase. Research the market. The internet is loaded with resources for researching vehicle prices. Websites such as www.nadaguides.com provide price…
Online Car-Buying 101
January 15, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Shopping for a used cars online is easier than ever. Here are some tips for buying used on the internet courtesy of AAA Car Doctor John Paul.