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How to Get an Auto Loan Through AAA
Q. How do I get an auto loan through AAA? I usually just let the dealership find me a loan. A. It’s easy. AAA Northeast Bank offers a variety of auto loan products – including loans for dealer and private sales, lease buyouts, refinancing and more – at rates as low as 1.99 percent APR. YouRead More
Slow Down: Lives Are on the Line
Slow down, move over laws vary slightly by state. Learn about your state’s specific law and keep emergency responders safe at the roadside.
Test Drive: 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid
For 2017, the Kia Optima offers a model for just about every taste. It’s available as a gas model, a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid, each with a variety of trim levels to suit any desire, from sporty to luxurious. After receiving refreshed styling for 2016, the gas-only 2017 Kia Optima comes with three enginesRead More
Parent-Friendly Features in Cars
It’s a fact of family life: With a growing family often comes the need for a new car. In addition to picking one with high crash-test ratings and plenty of room, there are other car features that will give parents peace of mind on the road. Backup camera Being a parent means you’ll be inRead More
Test Drive: 2017 Nissan Pathfinder
After 60 years on sale in the U.S., the Nissan Pathfinder is one of the true pioneers in the SUV world. While it may be a “senior” in the segment, the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder is no slow-moving, muumuu-wearing granny. It’s a hot, single grandma whose hobbies include competitive country dancing and backpacking. The Pathfinder receivedRead More
Test Drive: 2017 Volkswagen Passat
In a crowded midsize sedan market, the Volkswagen Passat is a standout for its German engineering at an affordable price point. Starting at just $22,440, the sedan – built in Chattanooga, Tenn. – is loaded with advanced technology, including many driver assistance systems that are often found in more expensive models. And its base engine is funRead More
Rob Corddry’s 1975 Ford Pinto
Massachusetts-born Rob Corddry is an actor, comedian and writer who has appeared in hit films such as “Hot Tub Time Machine,” “Warm Bodies” and “Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay.” A longtime correspondent on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart,” Corddry also created and starred in the Emmy Award-winning comedy series “Childrens Hospital” onRead More
Test Drive: 2017 Mazda6 Grand Touring
With a starting price of just $21,945, the 2017 Mazda6 is one of the least expensive midsize sedans on the market, yet is hands-down one of the most fun to drive. For 2017, the Mazda6 now has its vehicle dynamics control system, G-Vectoring Control, as standard equipment, as well as numerous sound-absorbing materials for aRead More
Car-Inspired Gifts Mom Will Love
Another Mother’s Day is upon us and figuring out what to get mom year after year can be a daunting task. Why not get her something creative, beautiful and offbeat inspired by the automotive world? Harveys Seat Belt Bags These purses and bags made from cool-colored seat belts caught my eye many years ago. IRead More
Test Drive: 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, a five-passenger sport-utility vehicle, comes in two trim levels and has two engine choices: a 2.4-liter engine in the base model and a more powerful 2.0-liter engine as an option in the base model and standard equipment in the limited models. The Santa Fe can be ordered in front- orRead More