It's a Hyundai

Well, the decision has been finally made. It's a new Hyundai i20 Inspire, the basic model. However, I managed to get some added features that this model doesn't usually include for free.

Actually, I went to the dealership yesterday and the deal isn't closed yet, but it should be done on Wednesday (Passover is here...). The car itself should arrive in about two or three weeks.

Finally, full independence with a brand new car. I wish everyone could have this feeling.

Nadav

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Still No Car in the Horizon

After looking for a few weeks, I still haven't found a car that I can purchase. However, the options are being limited as you read this, and I'm much closer to my car than two weeks ago.

Apparently, the car will be a new one and a fuel-saving one. Gas prices are super-high here, so I need a car that won't burn all my cash when I start it. It still requires some work, but I think I'll eventually find one.

Who knows, maybe next week I'll write here all about my new car. At least I hope so.

Nadav

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Going Hybrid

In my continued quest to find a car (remember that January 1st post?), today I tried something different: a hybrid car. Well, I wasn't exactly driving it, but being a passenger in this car was different enough already.

First, it's quiet. Really. The only difference between a running and parking car is the lights on the dashboard. Even when it runs on the gas engine, it's still super-silent compared to other cars.

The major difference is the gas mileage. If you go slow enough, you'll see zero (battery). When accelerating, it can reach a good mileage of 20 km/liter, which is fantastic.

If I'll have enough money (and I need more than enough for a hybrid...), a hybrid car is definitely a good candidate. Good mileage, silent running, and government benefits for hybrids should definitely do the trick.

Nadav

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New Year's Driving Resolutions

A week ago we were in Christmas of 2010, and now we're already in the first day of 2011.

This time of the year is good for resolutions: what you want to do this year. Since this is a driving blog, feel free to write any New Year's resolution you have that's related to driving. For example: pass the driving test, learn how to parallel park, or buy a new car.

My resolution for this year is the last one from the list above. I plan to buy a car somewhere in the summer (probably August). I'll keep you updated when it happens.

So, what are your plans for 2011? Hit the reply button and tell us!

Happpy New Year!
Nadav

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Driving a New Car

One of the most important things when driving is the connection with the car. When you start driving a new car, you need to adapt.

Last week I drove a Toyota Corolla with a robotic gear for the first time in my life. The robotic gear was quite annoying (felt like a manual driven by a first time driver), but everything else was quite great. The wheel was very smooth. There was no resistance at all.

Getting used to the brakes was also a process. Every car has different brakes, and it takes a while to get used to them, a little like trying to brake with your left foot (don't try it on major roads, trust me). You need to get the feeling of it.

For now, I have to go back to the previous car I was driving. However, hopefully I'll buy a new car next year, so I'll have a new car to get used to.

Nadav

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Car Buying Tips

Remember Francis Murphy from last week? She's back today with some more advice, this time about buying cars. Read carefully - this article can save you hundreds.

Useful Car Buying Tips

Analyze carefully what the criteria you are looking for in a car; is it the look, comfort, price, safety, reliability or status? After finalizing this, it will be much easier for you to narrow down the specific model/(s) that you are interested in. It is also advantageous to search around the websites for useful car buying tips. Tabled below append some good car buying tips for novice in car buying world.

Getting a Used Car:

1. Visit the second hand car dealers nearby which you have received good feedbacks from those whom have deal with before. Check out the car center personally. If you have spotted any car of your liking, check out the age, the mechanical condition, the engine, vehicle mileage, the interior condition and the previous owners of the car.

2. You may even spot a used car for sale through the newspaper or online website. Call up the contact number provided and arrange for an appointment to check out the car yourself personally.

3. Buying from a private seller carries higher risk as the mechanical condition of the car may be unknown and hidden; it is always advisable to have your own mechanic to inspect the vehicle before finalizing the purchase. There are unscrupulous sellers whom will not disclose the problems but try to cover them up, hoping to pass them on when selling the car to you.

4. Request for a complete history of the vehicle (service and maintenance records, accident records, wear and tear records, outstanding liens and its previous owners) . This will provide some good ideas on how the car has been maintained, and what are the potential risks in advance.

Getting a New Car:

5. The best time to make the purchase: December. Car dealers will cut down car prices to attract buyers as people tend to receive annual bonus end of year, and their spending power is high then. July and September, where car dealers sell off cars at lower price to allow space for new car models.

6. Specify your budget. This will definitely help to narrow the choices which you can select from.

7. Check out the best financing deals from at least 3 reputable financing institutions before you decide for one.

8. Check out the auto rebates on new cars which you can take advantage of. Each different car model carries different rebate amount and policy for their new car.

To conclude, it is purely a personal choice whether to get brand new or a used car. It greatly depends on ones financial ability and their priority in life. In the end, it is just one mean of transportation to get from one location to another.

At the end of this article, I'd like to share cool websites with more tips on topics like car buying tips and how to change a car battery. Visit for more information.

Source: EzineArticles.com.

Hopefully this article will help you with your new car.

Nadav

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