Used Car Dealership Blog Articles for New York State Drivers

When it comes to leasing new cars, there's a surprising amount of confusion--we're here to clear some things up.

When you lease, you're essentially renting your vehicle from the leasing company; they pay the dealership for the cost of the vehicle and keep the title. They own the car--you don't. This means that while you'll enjoy much lower monthly payments than buying, you're somewhat limited in what you can do, and you're not building equity.

Except in some cases.

What’s your main connection with the road? It's your tires

Some cars are sportier than others, giving you a beautiful connection of driver to road, but when it really comes down to it, your connection all flows through your tires.

And no matter how pricey, exotic, or high-powered your vehicle is, if you're riding on worn-down tires, you might as well be driving an old clunker.

Fortunately, you have a local resource that offers expert assistance in all things tire: the Batavia service center at Pellegrino Auto Sales.

 

Of all the used cars in Batavia, the Toyota Camry stands out as a prime candidate for the best value.

With stellar Toyota reliability, a long-standing title of "America's Best-Selling Car" (for the last 14 years!) and, most recently, the ""Most-American Vehicle" as ranked by Cars.com's American-Made Index. To be eligible, vehicles had to offer 75% or greater products sourced within the country.

And, like many things, Camry did it best.

 

If you're looking to buy a used car in Batavia, Rochester, or Buffalo, you're probably hoping that your investment will last you longer than just a year or two--that's why, before you put your money on the counter at any old used car dealership, you should consider what are the most reliable car brands on the market.

A brand that makes reliable and durable new cars is one that, in most cases, provides durable and reliable used cars, too.

 

It was the 50th Annual Easter Jeep Safari. The 75th Anniversary of the Jeep Brand. And the 100th Anniversary of the National Parks.

So you can bet that the Jeep brand went big to celebrate.

"Closed since 2004, Lion’s Back is one of the most legendary obstacles in Moab. For the 75th anniversary of the Jeep brand and the 50th Easter Jeep Safari, the first and only 2-door JK Wrangler, and 4-door JK Wrangler Unlimited and a WK Grand Cherokee made history and took a rare opportunity to tackle this monumental climb."

Any SUV that's built to be…

Finding the perfect used Ford F-150 is easy when you choose to come to Pellegrino Auto Sales, and even easier still with the advice of the experts at Autotrader! In the video below, they talk about how you can find the right pickup truck model for your needs based on model year, trim level, body configuration, engine options, price points, and much more. So take a look at it, write down what your needs are, and get the advice you need to discover the right ride for you:

 

No devices and using a crosswalk – #TheBeatles #AbbeyRoad cover gets a star in our book! #EveryoneIsAPedestrian pic.twitter.com/0KPdHBEl10

— NHTSA (@NHTSAgov) May 9, 2016

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, fatalities on the road are going down for most groups... except pedestrians. Rather than getting safer, like the occupants of cars, pickups, and SUVs, the danger to foot-traffic is increasing.

That's why the NHTSA launched the #EveryoneIsAPedestrian campaign on Twitter, to remind drivers to:

• Always look for pedestrians
• Always stop for

Gas Prices Remain Relatively Low Despite Record Demand! Today's avg is $2.14 #AAA #GasPrices https://t.co/vRvbJx1JwB pic.twitter.com/N78TN3jThj

— AAA (@AAAnews) April 25, 2016

The national average for gas prices has been on the rise since February this year. Remember good old February, when gas was under $2 per gallon?

Though as of April 25th the national average is up to $2.14, we are still looking at a considerable downward trend since 2013, when costs per gallon peaked at just under $4. Prices seem to rise in spring and summer, and fall again in…

Perhaps you've seen the above video, or similar, going around. It's one of the hottest car-care tips on the internet right now: use shaving cream to fog-proof your windshield.

It's a great tip because it really works. Who knew all that shaving cream you've been wasting on your hair could have been spent keeping your visibility clear on a rainy day.

How does it work though?

If you've ever been snorkeling, you've probably spritzed a solution of baby shampoo in your diving mask to keep it from fogging up underwater. The shaving cream works…

Sometimes it feels like your tires are never inflated properly! You check the pressure once a month, as is recommended, and one of them is always just slightly under... and it's a different one every time!

From punctures, to blow-outs, to slow leaks, the headache of keeping a pneumatic tire properly maintained makes you wonder why you can't just use solid rubber tires that would never have these problems!

In 1888, all tires were made of solid rubber, unless they were made of metal. Though it was softer than plain metal bands, solid rubber still didn't have…