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Should I Buy This Year’s Model?

When we think of the best time to purchase a new car, there’s often a lot spoken about the end of financial year sales, but the end of the calendar year is also a popular choice. Of course, that was mostly during the pre-pandemic era, as since then, the supply drought has hampered new car buyers negotiating power somewhat.

Nonetheless, cars that aren’t sold by the end of the calendar year will often enter the New Year with discounted prices. This is because dealers are reluctant to hold stock for a vehicle that in the eyes of buyers may been seen as superseded – particularly as months go by, and the vehicle still carries the tag of being last year’s model.

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The Rise Of The South Korean Motor Industry

When I was a child, I hardly ever saw a car made in South Korea. Japanese cars, yes. They were everywhere. But cars from South Korea, no. However, after about 2000, I started seeing them everywhere. What was behind the big upsurge? Was it simply the case that I didn’t notice them on the roads, or was it that they weren’t around?

It’s certainly the case that today, South Korean cars are among the most popular best sellers on the roads. And it’s certainly true that the South Korean motor industry has absolutely mushroomed of the past 50-60 years. In fact, this is true of many industries in South Korea. Back in the 1950s, Korea had barely any heavy industry going. Today, it’s a work leader in a number of fields, including the automotive industry.

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9 Ways to Save on Car Insurance

You’ve found the car you want, and you’re ready to close the deal – except for one thing – you’re concerned about insurance costs.

We can hardly blame you. Amid the pandemic and all, insurance premiums have leapt over recent years. Not to worry though, here are 9 tips to save on your insurance.

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Boom Times for Catalytic Converters

In recent times, the humble catalytic converter has become a hot commodity. And no, not among car enthusiasts, even though it plays a vital role in your car, but among thieves. Crime involving the theft of catalytic converters has soared and it is not without reason.

 

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