Truckmasters

Apparently, now is the time to buy a minivan. That's what seems to be the case with the outgoing Dodge Grand Caravan. 2013 will be the final year for this award winning family hauler, as this American auto maker trades it in for a crossover vehicle.

"Through October, the Dodge Grand Caravan was first [in minivan sales], recording 92,930 sales," according to Rick Kranz of Automotive News.¹

Dodge numbers also take into…

The large Ford F-150 pickup truck earned the highest possible ratings in the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety's (IIHS') perennial front-, side-, and rear-crash evaluations this year. And it offers electronic stability control as a standard safety feature...If it didn't, it wouldn't have earned a 2011 TOP SAFETY PICK title.

Perhaps, more impressive, though is that the Ford F-150 is one of only two large pickup trucks to earn a top…

It's quite common for people to want to buy a used car or truck rather than a new model. There are a number of financial benefits that accompany this kind of decision. To name three: lower over-all cost, lower monthly payments, and the possibility of lower car insurance.

What are today's best used cars? Until recently, there hasn't been a lot of research done to answer that question.

In recognizing the shortage…

Test driving used cars and trucks gives the shopper the opportunity to feel how different vehicles ride, play with their features, and experience their comfort and functionality. It sounds easy; but there are a few key pointers that can help you make the most out of your car buying experience.

It is important to do some used car or truck homework before you step foot at a dealership. Having an idea of the models and?

How do used / pre-owned cars or trucks keep a great resale value? But even your average economy class vehicle can hold its own - if you follow these suggestions:

Don't crash. "Any history of collision damage can ding your car's resale value, and a trained used car appraiser can spot body work from a mile away." If you have a collision (accidents do happen) use an experienced repair shop and insist on using factory…