In contrast to buying new, there are several channels for purchasing a used vehicle. Of course, there are dedicated used car locations like Alderman Automotive. There are also the used car sections of new vehicle dealerships, and most uniquely, used cars can be purchased directly from the current owner. For those who like to “skip…
Gas is expensive, and while it’s nice to have a big truck or SUV, it can often be a better financial decision if you can buy a good car that saves you money at the pump. There are lots of options for used cars that offer good to great fuel economy while also giving you…
According to many surveys, drivers are holding on to their vehicles longer than before. When you do start to look for a replacement for your current vehicle, you are in for sticker shock, as new car prices rose at a faster rate than before the COVID-19 Pandemic. Have you considered trading up for a nice,…
From towing to hauling to family road trips, pickup trucks can accomplish many different tasks. They are built to hitch-up and go, whether it be down the street or a couple thousand miles away. What is the difference between gasoline- and diesel-fueled trucks when it comes to daily usage? There are plenty of differences in…
When the seasons change, your vehicle needs to be ready. Warmer air and road conditions mean returning to a regular mix of fuel and more energy required to run your vehicle’s air conditioner and air filtration systems. There are also other things to consider with your vehicle upkeep. Winter road conditions will leave behind some…
How does one measure luxury these days? On one hand, the prestige factor always comes into play. You are moving up in the world, and it shows in the vehicle that you drive. On the other hand, plenty of customers have bought their vehicles at a higher price only to find that their resale value…
Buying a Jeep Wrangler involves a different range of thinking than other vehicle purchases. Thoughts regarding comfort, the latest technology, and even fuel mileage are likely to take a back seat to thoughts of off-road capability and the places the Jeep can take you that most other vehicles cannot. Because of this, the prospect of…
We live in a society where, at the age of 16, you have the privilege to drive, and at 21, you have the right to drink alcohol. Combining these two activities is never a good idea and, of course, it’s illegal. If convicted of Operating While Intoxicated (OWI), the Indiana Government can’t take away your…
Popular Opinion. It can be a helpful guidepost or a red flag. If it concerns a subject you know little about, popular opinion can be helpful in getting your footing. When you consider yourself an expert on a topic, like music, for instance, popular opinions may be of the red flag variety. If everybody likes…
Modern vehicles have many safety systems, but no safety feature is more fundamental than the brake system. At the first sign of trouble, our right foot immediately heads to the brake pedal and probably uses it. Alderman Automotive wants to remind everyone that brake systems depend on friction (even hybrids use friction for emergency braking),…
