Car Chick

Rant Time!

2008-01-26T19:03:00.000-08:00

I hate Hyundais! Words cannot describe how much I hate Hyundais but I will do my best to illustrate to you my hatred for these cheap, hideous cars.

I would say the only positive things about these little devils are that they are cheap and have a good warranty. Hyundai hasn't had an original car idea of their own since the beginning of their existance. They steal and modify other car designs and make them looks cheap. I'll never look at a Jaguar the same thanks to Hyundai. They've also copied Infiniti, Toyota and Honda. Chances are, if you are a car company, you've been copied!

I'd have more respect for Hyundai if they threw a cardboard box onto four wheels and drew squiggly lines on it. Hey, at least it would be original!

Auto Insurance!

2008-01-26T18:15:00.000-08:00

Here is some information about car insurance I've gathered from both personal experiences and the personal experiences of close friends! I hope it's beneficial for you when you try to decide just whom you want insuring your automobile!

My record is pretty impeccable except for some traffic tickets here and there (I am a speed demon!) Therefore, I can get car insurance for a cheaper price than a lot of my buddies.

Allstate
If you've ever seen an Allstate car insurance commercial, you might have found yourself lured in by promises of dependability and affordability. Plus, their commercials are damn cool! My general perception of Allstate from experience is a pretty negative one. Friends have told me tales that would point to the contrary. I've heard several stories of Allstate customer service being slow and unhelpful. I've also heard about them downright refusing to for things. Plus, they are quite expensive! I wouldn't recommend Allstate Insurance.

Progressive
I've personally had Progressive Auto Insurance and I've gotta say, it's pretty good. The customer service is excellent, fast and efficient. The pricing is pretty good also. If I had to suggest a company for the masses, this would be it!

Geico
We've all seen that little Gecko who tells us everything we want to hear. But is he lying? From what I've heard, Geico is the cheapest of the big companies. Geico has pretty good customer service and their claims department is supposed to be good.

State Farm
Out of all the insurances, I'd say this one is the best. Cheap, good representatives and easy to communicate with. The only problem is that to have State Farm Insurance, you have to have a pretty good driver license. This wouldn't be a problem for me but for the majority of the people I know, it would deter them from getting this insurance.

If you want my takes on any other companies, please comment and let me know!

The Famous Debate

2008-01-26T17:38:00.000-08:00

And now for the infamous debate, Ford vs. Chevrolet.

Trucks
When it come to trucks, the Ford F-Series outsells the Chevrolet Silverado and rightfully so. While some folks might buy a truck because they think it builds their masculinity, most people own them to get some good old fashioned work done. For heavy duty towing, there is no comparison, the Ford is far superior. As far as comfort goes, I find that a Chevrolet truck is a much more pleasant ride.

Affordability
It's hard to compare prices since both companies offer such a variety of different products. As a whole, i would say Ford is definitely the "cheaper" company.

Mustang vs. Corvette
Ahhhh, the debate that is sure to get heated. People favorites regarding the Mustang and the Corvette are often influenced by the car fanatic in your family when you were younger. Maybe dad loved his Shelby or grandpa lived by his Corvette. When it comes to getting more bang for your buck, I would choose the Mustang. If you want a faster, better accelerating and more gas efficient car, you'll choose the Corvette. Chances are, if you're looking at sports cars, you aren't too concerned about gas efficiency

The Bottom Line
The bottom line is that the decision is yours to make. Inform yourself first and then make an educated decision. And last but not least.. let the rivalry live on!!!