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		<title>Take Care Of Your Old Car</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:40:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Take Care of Your Older Car The state of the economy and the high price of new cars have caused many people to keep their cars much longer which means they will have to service their automobile more often if they going to be successful owners of high mileage automobiles. If your car has, lets [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Take Care of Your Older Car</strong><br />
The state of the economy and the high price of new cars have caused many people to keep their cars much longer which means they will have to service their automobile more often if they going to be successful owners of high mileage automobiles. If your car has, lets say, more than 70,000 miles I would place it in this category and</p>
<p>there are certain things that you should be done to ensure good operating performance and<a title="auto insurance" href="http://drivestrong.com"> low cost <b>auto insurance</b></a>.</p>
<p>First of all, you should have the oil changed every 3000 miles, in my view, which may considered overkill but I think it may go a long way to protecting your</p>
<p>car and reducing maintenance costs. Also, be sure to use a high quality oil and use the same type with each oil change. Be sure you have the oil filter replaced</p>
<p>with each oil change and have your service facility check the air cleaner, as well .Also, be sure to have the belts and hoses checked on a regular basis.</p>
<p>Periodically, check your tires and rotate them every 6000 miles. Also, be sure to check your tire pressure to ensure proper wear which may help protect your suspension system.</p>
<p>These suggestions may seem a little extreme to the reader but it has worked for me. One of my cars is an 1995 Toyota Camry with 80,000 miles and I have never</p>
<p>had a repair bill other than the preventative measures mentioned in this article. We at drivestrong.com are committed to providing <a title="auto insurance" href="../" target="_self"><i>auto insurance</i></a> at competitive prices with good</p>
<p>coverage. We also strive to educate our readers so their automobile ownership and drive experience can be pleasurable.</p>
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		<title>Driving While Using Your Cell Phone</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:39:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Driving While Using Your Cell Phone One of the major topics when discussing auto insurance and driving distractions is cell phone use and texting. It is amazing to me that there is not as much empirical data as I expected when researching this subject. There is no question in my mind that cell phone use [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Driving While Using Your Cell Phone</strong><br />
One of the major topics when discussing <a title="atuo insurance" href="../" target="_self"><b>auto insurance</b></a> and driving distractions is cell phone use and texting. It is amazing to me that there is not as much empirical</p>
<p>data as I expected when researching this subject. There is no question in my mind that cell phone use and texting is distracting while driving and causes</p>
<p>accidents. It seems that the data varies from state to state which is one of the reasons there is such a discrepancy in cell phone laws among the states. Some</p>
<p>states have found that cell phone use while driving increases the probability of a crash by as much as four fold and other states as low as 1.2 fold.</p>
<p>It is clear that texting while driving is extremely dangerous and some studies indicate that texting is more dangerous and causes more accidents than drinking and</p>
<p>driving.That is an amazing statistic.</p>
<p>Almost 75% of drivers use cell phones while driving and I would not be surprised if it is higher than that. It is the view of this writer that all states should</p>
<p>adopt stringent cell phone laws banning them while driving both for texting and speaking directly on the phone. I am not sure if hands free should be permitted but it</p>
<p>may be an effective compromise.</p>
<p>Some states have made driving while using a cell phone illegal and ticket the offender which will result in points added to his or her license. The insurance industry is pleased with this development as they will be entitled to charge higher premiums for those who violate cell phone laws.</p>
<p>We, at drivestrong.com, serve our customers by providing <i>auto insurance</i> at competitive prices with effective coverage. We are also committed to educating</p>
<p>our customers and</p>
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		<title>Finding Affordable Auto Insurance</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 17:09:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Finding the proper car insurance can be a formidable and difficult task depending how you go about it.Their are many industry experts that can help and we at drivestrong.com are here to serve your insurance needs. Once you fill out our simple application you will receive quotes from a number of different carriers so you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Finding the proper <b>car insurance</b> can be a formidable and difficult task depending how you go about it.Their are many industry experts that can help and we at</p>
<p>drivestrong.com are here to serve your insurance needs. Once you fill out our simple application you will receive quotes from a number of different carriers so you can compare coverages and costs.</p>
<p>When filling our our form please be careful to include all of your information. Include your driver license number, the type of vehicle you drive and any information regarding your driving record. You will also be asked for information on the type of deductible you desire and the limits of liability. We realize that each one of our visitors have different desires and needs as well as different financial circumstances. So once again, please include all of the information that you know &#8211; if you do not know that is ok as we will work with you in developing the correct <a title="auto insurance" href="http://drivestrong.com">auto insurance</a>  program for you.</p>
<p>On this website we provide information for our visitors so you can develop the best possible plan for you. There are many common questions that come up and we will give you just a few examples</p>
<p>(1) Does the state that I reside in make a difference?</p>
<p>Insurance premiums vary a great deal from state to state. Therefore, the state you are living in does make a difference. For example, the state with the</p>
<p>cheapest auto insurance is Idaho.<br />
(2)Does age make a difference in securing auto insurance?<br />
Age makes a big difference in the price and even availability of <a title="car insurance" href="http://drivestrong.com"><i>car insurance</i></a>.The drivers between the ages of 16 and 25 are the most expensive to insure but we at drive strong will find the most economical policy for your needs.</p>
<p>.<br />
(3)Does the type of car have a impact upon cost of insurance?<br />
The type of care does have an impact. Some of the more expensive cars for example are more expensive to insure as replacement costs are higher. Also, the</p>
<p>safety equipment will have a big impact. Equipment such as anti-lock brakes, airbags,etc will reduce the costs.<br />
(4)Will my driving record affect the cost of my insurance? Yes it will as the more points you have the higher the cost. You will still be able to get</p>
<p>insurance for your vehicle but we always suggest you do everything you can to maintain a good driving record. Also, you can take driver safety courses which</p>
<p>will help reduce your premiums..</p>
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<p>(5) Are there any discounts available?</p>
<p>One of the most effective ways to secure discounts in addition to a good driving record, and a safe vehicle is to put your entire family under one carrier. Additionally, if you put other insurance under the same carrier, such as homeowners, you will receive additional discounts.</p>
<p>To conclude, finding affordable auto insurance can be done at this site. There are many things you can do to reduce your costs such as taking driver safety courses, maintaining a good driving record and ensuring that you have up to date safety equipment. what ever your situation we at drivestrong.com will assist you in securing the lowest cost auto insurance possible with the coverage your desire.</p>
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		<title>Financing Your Car</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:54:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Financing a car is a little more complicated than one might think. You have many alternatives when financing an automobile.There are many traditional and non  traditional methods to finance your automobile. You can go to your bank and get a traditional auto loan. You can finance through your dealer who probably has relationships with certain banks and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Financing a car is a little more complicated than one might think. You have many alternatives when financing an automobile.There are many traditional and non  traditional methods to finance your automobile. You can go to your bank and get</p>
<p>a traditional auto loan. You can finance through your dealer who probably has relationships with certain banks and credit unions. Also, some dealers have</p>
<p>in house financing which can be helpful for credit challenged individuals. You can also borrow against your investments or you can shop around with different</p>
<p>lenders to see where you can get the best deal. It is important to remember that the faster you pay the loan the less interest you will pay. Also, if you are willing to shorten the term of the loan  you may get a lower interest rate.<br />
There are certain obvious portions of the loan package you need to familiarize yourself.<br />
The interest rate is critical and ,of course ,the number of months the lender is willing extend. Also, you will need to determine whether or not the lender</p>
<p>will finance any after sale products  such as warranties , gap insurance etc. Normally, you will not be able to finance your<a title="auto insurance" href="http://drivestrong.com"> auto insurance</a>. <a rel="nofollow" title="car insurance" href="http://drivestrong.us">Car insuance</a> is mormally financed through the carrier.This is very important because you may, in many cases, be interested in certain after</p>
<p>sale products. You will also need to determine whether the lender is  requiring you to purchase their gap insurance or their service contracts. Normally, the</p>
<p>lenders after sale products are very expensive and should be avoided if at all possible.<br />
Another option you may consider is to get pre approved.This will give you a great deal of leverage with the dealer if  he know you are pre approved.</p>
<p>This will give you a better chance of making the deal you want as the dealer knows he has a sale in the bag if you can agree on price. Dealers tend to be more flexible when  they know they have a &#8221;done deal&#8221;.<br />
Probably, the best interest rate you will receive will be from your investment account. Normally your rate will be very close to prime as you are</p>
<p>basically making a secured loan. It will be backed  by your own investments.<br />
Many times, credit unions will provide the lowest interest rates and will loan on 125% of NADA which will give you the flexibility to include your gap insurance</p>
<p>and perhaps your service contract.<br />
As you can see there are many options when it comes to financing  your vehicle. Depending upon your credit score, you will have many alternatives and with a</p>
<p>higher credit score you can secure the lowest interest rate and a loan which will includes  after sales products. If you have bad credit you will have to</p>
<p>go through a sub prime lender through the dealer such as CAC which can be expensive or you may be able to by the car with dealer financing &#8211; buy here pay</p>
<p>here- which can also be quite expensive.<br />
My advise is to do  your homework and do you best to raise your credit score. If you do you will achieve the best possible result.<br />
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		<title>Car Purchasing Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:56:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the past couple of articles I have discussed the importance of  the type of vehicle is when selecting auto insurance. One of the primary factors affecting the premium for your car insurance is the type of vehicle. you select. Sports cars, for example, are more expensive to insure than, lets say, a sedan. But, at any [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the past couple of articles I have discussed the importance of  the type of vehicle is when selecting <a title="auto insurance" href="http://drivestrong.com">auto insurance</a>. One of the primary factors affecting the premium for your <a title="car insurance" href="http://drivestrong.com">car insurance </a>is the type of vehicle. you select. Sports cars, for example, are more expensive to insure than, lets say, a sedan. But, at any rate, this is not the point of this article. In this article, I am going to attempt to help you select the best possible automobile by providing you with some practical tips.<br />
The first thing you have to do prior to going to your favorite car lot is to research the type of care you are thinking about purchasing. Check and see what is available in the area and then  begin to price check . Also, read reviews on the type of car you want to purchase. Check to see the mpg and the maintenance record for the type of car you want to purchase. Also, it would, of course, be a good ideal to check and determine the cost of insurance for the vehicle you want to purchase. Once you have done your home work,you are ready to begin shopping. By doing your homework you will know what dealerships carry the automobile you interested in and of course check the reputation of the dealership.<br />
Once on the lot, you will want to drive the vehicle but first you will want to thoroughly inspect the car. Walk around the entire car and check to be sure the body and paint job is in good shape. Check the tires and look under the car for rust. open the hood and see if the engine looks cleans. Also, look for leaks.If the car  has been siting for awhile you may see oil  under the car .Once you have completed your external inspection you will want to start the car. Get out and check the tailpipe and check to see if the smoke coming out of the exhaust is white, colorless or blue. White is not good as there may be condensation or water in the block. Blue is definitely not good as you may have problems with the piston rings and burning oil. Once you have checked the exhaust  get in the care and take a ride. Be sure you take it up to 60 miles per hour and be sure there is not shimmy. Drive the  car at various speeds to be sure it is smooth and of course be sure it has plenty of pep. Test your brakes and listen for a grinding noise when engaging the brakes. While you are in the automobile, check the radio, heater, ac, door locks and power or manual windows. Check the interior for wear as very worn interiors may indicate that the previous owners were hard on the car. Once you have driven the car completed your interior and exterior inspection it is time to talk &#8220;turkey&#8221; with the dealer.<br />
When you sit down with the dealer, ask for a car fax and check for accidents and the number of previous owners. If it is one for two owner you are in good shape.Be sure the dealer knows you have done your homework and you have checked Nada. It is always good to go in at the end of the month as the dealership is usually trying to make their quotas and may be willing to deal. If you are going to finance, be sure you are getting a fair interest rate. Ask for a price for a service contract and see if it  can be included in the financing package and be sure to consider gap insurance. Call your insurance agent and price insurance for the car. If you are still comfortable and you and the dealer can agree on terms &#8211; happy riding.</p>
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