The Best Family Cars, SUVs, and Minivans

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As adults, we make many decisions throughout our daily lives. Some decisions are minor. Wheat tortilla or corn tortilla? Red shirt or black shirt? Some decisions, however, are major and requires ample research time. One decision that falls into the major category is the purchase of your next family vehicle. Our families are our number one life priority. When it comes to the decision of what vehicle they will be using every day for the foreseeable future, there are several important factors to consider before your purchase. Below we discuss those factors and list the best family cars available for purchase at Drive Now.

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Tips for Creating a (Better) Budget for Buying a Car

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If you’re in the market for a vehicle upgrade, we’ve put together some helpful tips for you to start budgeting. We know that purchasing a car is a big financial and life investment that requires a multitude of factors including, saving for the car, putting down some money, making loan payments and maintaining the life of your vehicle. Today we discuss some tips that will help increase your budget in order to help with your used vehicle purchase, as well as some Phoenix buy here pay here options as well. What’s Your Credit Score? Knowing your credit score is useful information to have ahead of time. You will be able to take advantage of better loan opportunities with a favorable credit history. Having good credit will afford you lower interest rates and better terms, which in turn will lower your monthly payment and save you money. Not everyone has the

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Why Should I Buy a Used SUV?

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Choosing the right vehicle can be a difficult decision. It’s an investment, and for it, we all want the right look, but we also want dependability, reliability, good gas mileage, performance, comfort, and style. In other words, we want the most for our money. Your best bet? Go with a used cars Phoenix AZ and go with an SUV.

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3 Reasons You Should Buy a Used Pickup Truck This Year

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You never know how much you need a pickup truck in your life until you own one. Though that’s no secret for your average truck owner, the first-time truck buyer may not know it yet. They are functional, versatile, fuel efficient, even comfortable, and affordable—which is probably why you don’t see too many used pickup trucks at car dealerships in Phoenix.

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What are the Best Year-End Deals and Financing Opportunities?

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As 2017 comes to a close, new and used car dealerships are looking to clear out inventory and finish the year on a high note. If you’re looking to buy a used car before the year’s end, then you can drive into 2018 with a new ride at a low price with bad credit buy here pay here options! Why is year-end such a good time to buy a used car? During the fall season, car lots are packed with unsold older models. Now, dealers want to get rid of the remaining inventory to make room for new inventory. This points to big potential savings for year-end buyers, mainly on outgoing models.

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The Truth Behind Holiday Car Shopping

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Everyone has a really tight and busy schedule around the holidays, but if you’re in the market for a car, this might be the time to buy! With new models having just come out in the fall, you’re bound to find something newer and cheaper, that still includes some of the best technology there is on the market! Even if you’re tight on cash this time of year, Drive Now has some of the best car loans Arizona programs you could possibly find!

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Boost Your Credit By Buying a Used Car

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When you’re looking to buy a used car, you may think that you need perfect credit and excess money and that if you don’t have either, getting a loan will be difficult. There are dealerships out there that are willing to help people who need to build their credit, require a smaller down payment (than a typical dealership), and will help provide you with a solution within your means. The goal is to build your credit while having reliable transportation. Combining research and awareness often times leads used car buyers to find dealerships that offer $500 down programs as a possible solution.

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4 Things You to Know About Buy Here Pay Here Lots

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Buy Here Pay Here lots or dealerships can make buying a car easier by offering in-house financing. They can offer loan assistance when banks and common dealerships won’t because of challenged credit. How can you get approved for a car loan when you don’t qualify for traditional financing? At Drive Now, you can get cars for a 500 down payment – keep reading to learn more!

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How to Buy a Used Car in Arizona (the Smart Way)

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Purchasing a vehicle can be overwhelming. If your knowledge of cars stops at pumping gas, you may be looking for a little extra help getting comfortable with starting your search. When possible, bring a trusted friend along for the ride. Even if you are both are clueless about cars, one of you is apt to notice something the other doesn’t. When looking for used car dealers in Glendale, AZ, this checklist will give you some peace of mind while navigating the purchase of your used vehicle.

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Do Some Research Before Buying Your Next Used Car

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Choosing the right vehicle to get you where you need to go can be a daunting task. You need a reliable vehicle, but you don’t want to pay a fortune. Knowing where to start can be as overwhelming as the process itself, so doing a bit of research will help you make a more informed decision. 

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Questions to Ask When Buying Your Next Used Car

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Whether you purchase a used car because of your budget or if you’re just really into recycling, you will need that car to be dependable. Finding a trusted dealer who won’t sell you a lemon isn’t always easy. Asking the following smart questions when you buy your next used car may save you time and money.

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The Average Length of Car Ownership at All Time High

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We Americans love our cars. That’s why it may surprise you that we are purchasing fewer cars than we ever have in recent history. According to recent reports, the average lifespan of an American automobile is about 11 years. This is much higher than in the 1990’s when we were trading in our old wheels for new ones after owning them for around 8 years. So why is the average length of car ownership at an all-time high? Are we just getting more sentimental about our vehicles?

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4 Tips to Keep Your Car Cool in the Summer Heat

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Everybody knows the feelings of getting into a car boiling from sitting in the sun; the sweltering air hitting your face as the doors get opened, the seats scalding your skin as you gingerly seat yourself, and even the burning of the steering wheel against your already sweaty palms. Well, the Phoenix car dealer experts at Drive Now have compiled these “4 Tips to Keep Your Car Cool in the Summer Heat” to keep you comfortable while on the go!

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Do I Have Options If My Car Payments Are Too Much of a Burden?

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Most people live paycheck to paycheck. Add in an emergency or unexpected bill and many will have to choose which bills to pay. If this goes on too long, you may worry about losing your car or even your house. There may even be a time when your car payments become too much of a burden. However, there are some options that you may want to look into before you start to worry about getting your car repossessed, including the best bad credit auto loans Arizona has available.

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2017’s Hottest Summer Road Trips

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Summertime is always a great time of year for an epic road trip. It’s when you can crank the music up, put the windows down (or crank the A/C too!), and have stretches of highway at your fingertips. There’s little more to bring excitement to summer than the feeling of the open road. If you feel your toes are itching to put the pedal to the metal, you’ve come to the right place. These five road trip destinations will free you this summer while exploring classic Americana on Route 66. (Don’t forget to stop at Drive Now first for your reliable used car from the best auto sales in Phoenix!)

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The Best Used Car for Your Lifestyle

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Finding the best used car for your lifestyle does not have to be painful or boring. In fact, car shopping is a fun experience where you end up with the perfect ride for your lifestyle. Here is a list of the top 10 used cars based on various lifestyles:

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