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SUVs are Pretentious as Hell, and Unsafe to All!

There are a lot of facts that make the SUV an unwise purchase:

1. Profit margin

A look at my Poseur’s Clone list will show you that any 4×4 truck + station wagon
body = $10-20,000 profit for the manufacturer. Even “suv.com” admits that each Ford
Expedition sold delivers an estimated $10,000 profit per unit. J.D. Power and Associates
estimates that SUVs now account for 15 percent of sales (rising every year), but they
yeild a whopping 60 percent of industry profits!

Yet Ford announced the highest sales ever for SUVs, with Expeditions selling at or
above list price. Are people really this dumb? Evidently so, because Ford just introduced
the Lincoln Navigator (Instead of Eddie Bauer, will there be a Netscape edition?) at
$43,300. This is basically an Expedition with a huge honkin’ grille. Profit margin on this
model must be near $20,000. As if this were not enough, Ford is now planning an EVEN
LARGER one, based on the E350 1-ton truck chassis! It is tentatively named the
Challenger. Unfortunately, it probably won’t explode.

2. Inferior Safety

Most people think that the hefty weight and sheer mass of SUVs benefits their
safety. This is a total myth:

#1. High weight and a high center of gravity means that the SUV is much less adept at
accident avoidance maneuvers, which of course is the best means of preventing injury.
#2. The NHSTA (the highway crash statistics agency) registers higher instance and
severity of injury among SUVs than comparable size cars. Insurance companies are
starting to catch on and are raising rates on SUV owners.
#3. SUVs are statistically far more likely to roll over than cars are, though the problem is
over-inflated by the media and consumer magazines.
#4. The stopping distances of these porkers are lengthened by their excessive weight and
primitive brakes. The poor tanks can’t stop fast enough to avoid falling off cliffs! I don’t
know if that is good or bad!

SUVs are also subject only to U.S. standards of trucks, not cars. This means they have
inferior crash-test requirements and do not require safety features like airbags, side impact
beams, and impact absorbing bumpers. My only point in all this is that if SUVs are not
up to car standards, SUVs shouldn’t be replacing cars as daily drivers and mall runners.

3. Inferior Technology

Here is some technical/factual information about the inferior technology that makes
most SUVs as incompetent off-road as they are on-road:

Question:Why are SUVs inferior on-road and off-road?

Answer:Primitive 4WD vs. Modern AWD

A friend of mine recently traded in his 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ltd (4WD) for a
1997 Chrysler Town and Country AWD minivan, and this winter the minivan PROVED
AWD is superior to 4WD. Of all things, you would THINK a Jeep would give better
traction in the snow that a minivan……. You would think, but you’d be incorrect. It’s just
too bad that the superior vehicle had to be a minivan.

4. Better Alternatives

As big as most SUVs are, there is not much room inside comparatively. Every SUV
that I’ve ridden in (Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Explorer, Tahoe, Jimmy) has an
uncomfortable, short rear seat backrest and minimal legroom. When combined with the
bucking bronco ride, my comfort level goes from uncomfortable to unbearable VERY
fast. I have also driven a new GMC Jimmy and it reminded me of driving the Chevy
delivery van I drove for a job a few summers ago…Ugh! Why is this? Most SUVs are
common work trucks with a station wagon body built around them, and those that aren’t
are just raised up station wagons.

It’s amazing how many people don’t realize this. My friend has a Toyota 4Runner (I
call them MallRunners and I commented to him, “Nice Station Wagon”. He then
informed me that it was a 4×4 and not a wagon. I seriously think that most companies are
going to start offering fake wood siding on SUVs soon, like those old mom & pop Country
Squire wagons from the ’70s. I’ve already seen some Jeep Grand Cherokees with a fake
wood kit on them. The Family Truckster returns! (from the classic 80’s flick “Vacation”)

There are much better choices than an SUV that will give you more value and comfort
for your dollar. If you live in a place with a lot of inclement weather and need a four-
wheel-drive vehicle, consider the following:

Audi Quattro Series (the 1.8 Turbo Quattro is only $25,990)
Volvo V70 AWD
VW Passat Syncro Wagon (not here yet, but soon to come!)
Subaru Legacy and Impreza AWD cars and wagons.
Chrysler Town and Country AWD Minivan

And if you want to go camping or off-roading, pick up an old, rusty, beat-up International
Scout or Jeep CJ for $1000 or so. Now I’m not saying SUVs are useless, but how many
SUVs sold are actually taken off road, AND how many of them can handle the challenge
of off roading??

5. It’s a trend that will end…

…and you can help it! DON’T BUY ONE!!! My god!! I hope people start getting
minds of their own! Here’s a good idea:

Let’s buy a vehicle based solely on the fact it’s “cool”, “in”, and “all the rage”. Never mind
the primitive construction, the safety concerns, the extravagant cost, and the pretentious
attitude involved in the purchase!

You want to see rage? Buy one, and you’ll see just that!!

Before the SUV rage, I thought minivans were a pest! At least minivans CAN serve a
purpose besides annoying me.

You decide it’s time for a new car, but you don’t want the payments.

The first thing you will need to know is where you will be buying your used car. Dollar-wise, your best bet is to buy from an independent person. You can also buy from a used car dealer, but you will pay more for the same car, plus interest. At most buy here pay here dealers, you will pay much more than the car is worth, plus get charged interest. You are also buying “as is.”

As you are checking your car, you will want to take notes as you go through the next steps.

You will need to check your prospective car for safety issues before you test drive. Walk around the car, checking for any dents, scratches, and loose parts. Once you are satisfied that the car looks like it will not fall apart when you sit in it, you will need to check for other safety issues.

Walk over to each fender and try to bounce the car up and down by pushing down on the fenders. Listen for any clucks or bangs. If you hear them, there is a potential suspension problem.

Push the brake pedal. How far to the floor does it go? If it goes more than half way to the floor, you have brake issues that will need to be checked by your mechanic. Check the blinkers, brake lights, wipers and horn, and check to see how far the steering wheel moves before the tires start turning.

Look at the interior for wear and tear. The following will give you a hint as to the true mileage of the car: wear and tear on the steering wheel, gas pedal, brake pedal and clutch (if a stick shift); headliner, wear marks on the door panels, torn seats, worn out carpeting.

Check brake fluid, transmission fluid (only on automatics), power steering fluid, antifreeze, windshield washer fluid and oil.

Be sure you have a spare tire and the jack that comes with the car is with the tire. If not, you may be able to get a bit knocked off the price of the car.

Once you have checked it out - test drive to your mechanic!

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When a Car Breaks Down - What You Should Do

Probably many people do not know how to do when your car breaks down. It’s quite big presure because it is expensive to repair cars.Maybe a lot of times you’ll not have the money up front to pay for the repairs. ANother reason is you can’t make more money to pay for the repairs when you don’t have a car to drive to work. It’s a vicious circle, but one that many people deal with on a regular basis. Luckily, there are some selections to assist you deal with your financial problems when your car breaks down.

Get a Payday Loan

To get a payday loan. It is an insecured loan that is given to you, based on your income, and you repay it on your next payday. It is a great option in financially difficult situations. Although the interest can be high on these types of loans, but in dire situations they are worthwhile.

Borrow a Friend’s Car

Although we don’t like to bury our pride and ask someone for a favor, but in some situations it’s necessary. So, if you’ve a friend with an extra car then consider asking them for help.They will have no problem helping you out in your time of need if they are a true friend,

Use Your Gas Credit Card

Another easiest and fastest way to deal with the problem is to use your credit card to pay for the repairs. The problem with this is many Americans have all of their credit cards maxed out so when an emergency situation arises they don’t have some money to fall back on. That is why it is so important to always have one credit card that is for emergency purposes only. Have savings n the bank also a good way,that may be sued should an emergency occur.

Buy a New Car

If your car injury seriously,and the vehicle is old and working on, then you may want to consider buying a new car. Most people can qualify for a car loan with little or even no money down. In this case you would be able to get a new car, or a new used car, and have wheels again without having to waste money on an old car. You could potentially even sell the parts from the old car and make more money than selling it as is.

These are just a few things you should consider when your car breaks down. None of them will magically solve your problem, but you can handle the problem through one of the solutions outlined here.

Make sure you don’t panic when you car does break down in the long run. With the good explore, you can find a ton of good deals out there, just think of how many cars are on this planet! The next time your car breaks down and make certain you keep these options in your mind.

Detail your Car

Everybody needs to know something about how to do. I’m don’t want to  traduce the automotive detailing business but with the costs that they charge your in order if you learn to do it by yourself also with the price on fuel going up, and with interest rates many people or preferring to keep their automobiles longer.

Insure you car a long life(high value),it means keep your car longer, you must maintenance it not only automatically but also cosmetically. Do you know that not keeping a good coat of wax on your car will lead to premature paint fading and once that starts you leave your car open to unwanted rusting. Also not keeping your tires maintained can cause them to crack which over time could cause a blowout. With just a little work you can help preserve your cars life and keep it looking nice so you won’t be ashamed to drive it for many years to come.

It is important to remember these facts when it comes down to just your basic wash job:

- Apply tire cleaner when the tires are still dry and scrub with a wet brush.
- Use a razor blade to get bugs off your windshield.
- Always start from the top of your car and work your way down.
- Do Not! Forget to wipe down your door jambs.
- Clean your floor mats first so they have time to dry.

Just these facts can help save you time and help you get the job down more efficiently. Here’s a free website that gives you a step by step guide on how to detail your car and it give you suggestions on the types of products works best www.askdrshine.com.
When it comes time to either going online or to your automotive store to purchase supplies you don’t want to be overwhelmed by all the different types of products. Here’s a list of supplies that’s always good to have around:

-Car Soap
-Wax
-Wash mitt
-Tire brush
-Chamois
-Window cleaner
-Polish
-Protectant
-Vacuum
-Tire Cleaner

If you be sure to hold on those supply’s on hand then you got the right formula to well detailed car!

Tips for buying cars

• Buying used cars for sale

Always go for the deal that will give you the best value for your money.

• Used Car Values

Determine the cars history.

When seeking for a new or a used vehicle at car vendues or at auto classifieds you find from the news paper or from the Internet, the good idea is to gather the vehicles information,in order to get enough information in learning the used car value. Also you may ask the used car dealer, or the old vehicle owner about the cars service and make sure if it has damage or accident history. This will give you an idea on what are the automobiles ingredients that you require to pay attention to most often. For instance, if the car has some problems with the engine always overheating, by knowing this in the cars history, you will know that the radiator needs to pay attention.As a result, you will know that other used cars (without engine temperature trouble history) value will be higher than this car.

• Cars Pricing

Get a car that matches your budget.

Don’t purchase a car that you like in a rush. The frist thing is always advisable to do a little browsing with all of the available resources, especially for those with a fitted budget. As far as possible, take a list of the top 5 cars that you consider you like and compare their cars pricing and values. Naturally, everybody wish  to select the car that fits the lifestyle and the budget alloted for it.

• Car Sites

Sites on line that offers new or used automobile for sale.

It is fine to store for cars on line, although, you will just see the cars in pictures which can make the decision harder.

Before purchasing a car on line, be sure that the site you’re using isn’t a fake. And then you need to do is to seek for all the list of the cars, that are with in reach and with in the budget limitations, and make certain to contact the seller or the dealer of the car and require for whole the cars information. This info includes the vehicle’s history (service and damage history), autos pricing and the last cost he/she is willing to offer, description of the car (feature, make, model, year, transmission etc) and more extra pictures.
Try to consult the price as much as you could and also negotiate the shipping cost, on who will pay the shipping. Iyou’s better to visit the car, if possible, to make the decision easier. If you will visit the car, you will be able to see more details in to it and you might be able to test drive the vehicle.

One site I have seen giving quality car services is OzFreeOnline. They provide free services for either a seller or a buyer. One can browse a free car listing or avail of the free car advertising service to get that automobile sold fast.

Finally, be patient in searching and buying for your next car. Browse all free car listings as much as possible to expand your choice.

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