It was a bright, beautiful day in Texas. The first day of great weather after a series of thunderstorms swept the area over the past few weeks. I could hear the car coming down the road as I basked in a lawn chair out front. The low, soft purr we are all familiar with. It…
Moms are always there when we need them most: from teaching us how to ride a bike to comforting us during our first heartbreak. Whenever I was having a bad day growing up, my mom always went out and got me a red velvet cupcake from my favorite bakery – even if it would make…
April Fools’ Day is just around the corner, so be sure to keep your wits about you against pranks from friends and family, and more importantly, bad deals. Don’t get tricked into doing or buying a vehicle that does not work for you. Cars with short production times will leave you kicking yourself and being…
A break from reality, a time to experience new places – spring break is an annual occurrence that everyone longs for. My friends and I sat around the kitchen table tapping our fingers and frantically typing, trying to plan the perfect getaway. With COVID-19 cutting a chunk out of our college experience, we missed the…
Looking to spice up your life this Valentine’s Day? Start with a daily task that is daunting to some but darling to others – your commute. Treat yourself to sweet accessories that upgrade your current ride. Or pop the question to a new vehicle and fall in love all over again. After all, even the…
Did you know that this week is National Teen Driver Safety Week? October 17-23, 2021. We are using this week as a reminder to talk to our teenage children about the importance of staying safe behind the wheel. While these are important conversations to have every week, this week we are being sure…
How does selling your car to a dealership work? Many dealers will offer to buy your used vehicle through a buyback program, which allows you to save money on your next vehicle purchase. You could also take the credit offer without having to actually buy the vehicle. Whichever option you pick, you can learn…
Are you ready to get your first new car? Then you’re probably interested in learning how to get a car loan. Or maybe your credit isn’t exactly perfect, so you’re wondering if you’re even able to get a car loan. Our finance center has helped lots of Chicago drivers just like you to get a loan in…
A lot of Chicago area families will be sending their younger members off to college soon. But that brings up some questions: Do you need a car for college? Can you bring your car to college? What’s the best used car for a college student? If you or your college-bound family member have been asking…
You may already know that you can save money on a new Toyota vehicle by trading in your current car. But where is the best place to trade in a car, and how does the process actually work? Your first move should be to get an estimated value of your trade-in car. Next, you’ll need…
