A friend just sent me a link to a presentation by a gentleman named Rob Gruhl at the Ignite Conference in Seattle a few years ago.http://consumerist.com/2009/12/buy-a-new-car-without-getting-ripped-off.html#commentsIt's quick, clear and concise and hits on some great points. Very well done.Selfishly, almost everything he is touches on are the consumer pain points that led to our creation of

This week’s AutoBidsOnline.com spotlight on the latest and greatest in the new car market focuses on the 2010 Mazda CX-7 4dr S Touring 2WD. The CX-7 is one of the best in class in the Crossover segment and a real bargain listing at $26,550."Without a doubt, the 2010 Mazda CX-7 4dr S Touring 2WD is currently leading the way against rivals Subaru Tribeca and Chevy Equinox," said Jeff Cook,

Ricky Beggs, managing editor of Black Book, just reported that all 10 used car segments have shown increased wholesale values for the second time in the last three weeks. And as a whole, cars have been up 6 weeks in a row and trucks have been up 8 in a row.What does this mean for new car buyer? Quite simply, your trade is worth more today than it was two months ago and you likely have additional

We all know competition breeds lower prices but how can you use the internet to get the most out of your next new car purchase?First you need to be aware of what is out there. Cars.com, AutoTrader, KBB, Edmunds, Manufacturer sites, Dealer sites - it can all be a little overwhelming.When it comes to getting a great deal, kick out the Manufacturer sites. They provide a great starting point but do

Some of the best new cars and trucks are listed below to give you an idea of what to look out for if you are considering buying a new car in 2009.These vehicles are either completely new, completely redesigned, or significantly changed to stand out in the current market. If you are seriously considering a new car, those listed here might well rank among your top choices.Acura2009 Acura RL2009

When planning your next car purchase, take some extra time to evaluate the trade-in process. This is the Achilles’ Heel for many buyers as they neglect to take into account everything involved in the trade.One key is staying focused. Do not be dazzled by your new car, or your dream of getting that new car. Think about your trade-in and do not let its significance disappear as you negotiate with

The advantages of getting your next auto loan online are pretty impressive. First of all, it can save you a lot of time. You can research your purchase and the interest rates for car loans online, which takes a lot less time than traveling from car dealer to car dealer to get the same information.Another advantage is you can generally get the lowest auto loan rates from online lenders. Many

Deals and incentives are available for many car buyers. Although there are many problems when you’re trying to buy your first car as a recent college graduate (i.e. you’ve only just got a job and you’ve got tons of student loans), it can be difficult to find a good deal unless you know where to look.Fortunately, there are tons of special incentives for recent college graduates. Most automakers

New car buyers are often uneasy. There is a nagging fear they will be had when they finally sit down to negotiate with their local dealer.The first step to getting a great deal is to know what your new car is worth - and there are plenty of automotive research websites that will tell you. In the end however, you still have to sit down and negotiate with the dealer and play their same old dealer