Purchasing a new vehicle can be an exciting part of life, it is so exciting that some may forget about the most important aspect, the test drive. Below are a few tips on how to get the most out of test driving a new vehicle.

  • Take your time and inspect the car thoroughly
  • Do your research- learn everything about the vehicles that interest you most
  • Bring a friend or relative with you for second opinions
  • Open the trunk- is there enough space to fit your needs?
  • Open the Doors- Are they Heavy? Do they open wide?
  • Open the engine compartment- Is everything easy to get to?
  • Envision as many day-to-day scenarios as possible
  • Gauge how comfortable the car will be for your passengers
  • Try connecting your phone- Does Bluetooth pair easily?
  • Open the storage areas
  • Look for significant blind spots
  • Make sure your route includes an opportunity to parallel-park
  • Find out what's involved with maintaining the car

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