Photo by Christoph von Gellhorn on Unsplash If you’re planning on buying a used car any time soon, consider yourself lucky to live in Arizona. The process is thankfully straightforward, so whether you just moved out to the Grand Canyon State to appreciate the warm weather and stunning landscape or you’ve spent your whole life among the saguaros, buying a used car in Arizona should be a piece of cake, as long as you follow these simple steps.

Photo by Łukasz Nieścioruk on Unsplash Imagine this scenario. You find a car listing online and meet the seller in the mall parking lot. Everything seems fine, so you make the purchase, but a few weeks later, the engine throws a rod. Annoyed, you call the seller, only to find that they’ve disappeared. Now you’re stuck with a clunker, and a stranger has made off with your money in a curbstoning scam.

Photo by Timon Studler on Unsplash Buying a used car in Illinois can sound like a daunting task, but the complexity, which might scare you, is in place to protect buyers from predatory sellers. Proper titling ensures that you aren’t buying a stolen car, or later being accused of stealing the car you rightfully bought. Illinois also doesn’t want you buying a hunk of junk that can only make it off the lot before failing on you.

Photo by NeONBRAND on Unsplash Having your car inspected is a lot like defrosting your fridge. It’s a pain to do, and nobody wants to do it. But from time to time, it still needs to get done. The only question is how much time it’s going to burn up. So, how long does a car inspection take? Let’s find out! Why Get an Inspection? Before we ask ourselves “how long does a car inspection take,” we should start by asking ourselves “why get inspected in the first place”?

Photo by Yohan Marion on Unsplash The Palmetto State is known for its beaches, golf courses, and natural beauty. Maybe because of its leisure life, South Carolina is unsurprisingly also a pretty painless place when it comes to buying a car. It has a few state specific regulations and paperwork, but overall, things are very consumer friendly when compared to some of their neighbors. If you’re looking into buying a car in South Carolina, you’re in luck!

Photo by NeONBRAND on Unsplash SUVs and pickups occupy a similar place in the hearts and minds of many drivers. They’re big, tough, utilitarian vehicles with the power to move whole families (or homes!) over rocks, through rivers, and up the side of mountains. We see those ads for new, tough-mudder-style vehicles and are overcome with a sense of adventure and outdoorsy athleticism. And while trucks and SUVs offer many of the same benefits, when you scrutinize the details, the two classes of vehicle can come out looking like apples and oranges.

Photo by Rachel Claire from Pexels We all like to think our gleaming new automobile is going to remain pristine than ever. But the elements and Father Time will take their toll. Eventually, you’ll see telltale red-brown spots that bloom into patches when they’re left to their own devices. Soon or later, every driver needs to learn how to fix major rust on a car. What Causes Cars to Rust?

Photo by Matt Duncan on Unsplash The Garden State can be a beautiful place to drive through, whether you’re driving up and down the shore, or through the hills of north Jersey on your way from Manhattan to Philadelphia. And while buying a car in New Jersey can seem uncomfortable, there’s no reason it shouldn’t be a (Point) pleasant experience. While you have to consider different needs when buying a new car from a dealership, a used car from a dealership, or even one from a private seller, they are all fairly similar, straightforward processes.

Photo by Evgeny Tchebotarev on Unsplash Buying a new car is both an exciting and overwhelming time. On top of figuring out the many vehicle choices, you also have to cope with car dealers and their sometimes stress-inducing tactics. We’ve put together an easy list of car buying hacks to consider when you begin your new car shopping adventure. #1 Know Your Credit Score If your car purchase will involve financing, it’s essential to know your credit score before you even begin looking for that new set of wheels.

Photo by Andrew Coelho on Unsplash Sitting on the edge of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is the square state that checks all the boxes. From alpine mountains to wetlands to shrublands, and everything in between, you probably need a car that can do it all to get between all the cities, small towns, and the four beautiful National Parks. But whatever you need from your car, buying a used car is a great way to save money, and reduce waste.