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 The
number of vehicles that are available to satisfy your
driving needs has never been greater. During the last
decade, auto manufactures have really jumped on the
vehicle bandwagon by offering numerous automobiles,
sport-utilities, multipurpose vehicles, minivans, and
trucks. When it comes to buying a vehicle, the central
question is: Which vehicle is the right one for you?
Choices and More Choices:
In addition to having multiple divisions within a single
manufacturer, the choice of vehicles from which to choose
is enough to make the consumer really spin his or her
wheels trying to figure out just what vehicle to purchase.
The
bottom line is that you deserve the most satisfaction
per mile when you sit behind the wheel.
A
very dangerous frame of mind is to "fall head over
heels" for a particular make or model of vehicle
based purely on emotions. Although emotions are a part
of life, it is useful to put excessive emotions aside
and focus on your day-in and day-out transportation
needs.
Some
Things to Consider:
The following are some things to consider that will
help you to choose the right vehicle:
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What are your present and future transportation needs?
- How
many people will you transport in the vehicle (seating
capacity)?
- What
type of objects will you transport in the vehicle
(cargo space)?
- Will
you be driving in bad weather or off-road (rear-wheel
drive, front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive)?
- Do
you have an overriding need for fuel economy, safety,
luxury?
- Do
you drive mostly in the city or on the interstate
(automatic, semi-automatic, or manual transmission)?
- Do
you have a preference for an American or a foreign
vehicle?
- Do
you need a vehicle with a full box type frame for
off-road use or a lighter unit-body type frame designed
to be driven on roads and highways?
- How
long do you plan on driving the vehicle (warranty
and maintenance)?
- What
will it cost to insure the vehicle?
- How
much can you afford to spend on a vehicle?
Information
is Your Best Bet:
If you are not familiar with the numerous available
vehicles, or if you are still uncertain about which
vehicles will really meet your transportation needs,
visit your local public library and consult monthly
magazines such as Consumer Reports, Consumer Guide or
ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine. These resources provide
vehicle information such as size, weight, engine horsepower,
optional equipment, miles per gallon of fuel, etc.
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