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Why Now is the Best Time to Shop for a New Car

Why Now is the Best Time to Shop For & Buy a New Vehicle

People often ask when the best time is to buy a new car. There are many different answers. It all depends on your needs. Below are some of the factors to consider...

Winter
The colder, nastier months are typically the low point of the year for auto sales. Since business is slow, you may find some excellent deals. However, since customers are scarce, you may find some very hungry salespeople who could be a bit pushy. If you are in the market for a convertible, buy during the winter. 

Spring/Early Summer
The beginning of the season. President's day starts the real upswing in automotive sales after the winter. Dealerships try and get the season started with the holiday sale, and you will find the industry is getting busy.

Late Summer/Fall
Late summer and early fall is when dealers push great deals and sales the hardest because they need to make room on the lot for the upcoming new-year models. Look for plenty of television commercials starting from July through October each year offering much lower prices, higher rebates, and other great deals. 

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RTM's Annual Pet Travel Issue - Keeping Pets Safe

Traveling with Your Pets - How to Keep Them Safe

Camping with Canines & Cats
6000 campgrounds pamper your pets

Hot Cars Cause Heat Stroke in Pets
Pets suffer same demise as kids

Gnawing at Numbers - Pet Travel Stats
America has more pets than people

B&B's Welcome Pets with Perks
Bed & Breakfast Bits for Bowser

Air Travel Tips for Cats & Dogs
Onboard or in the belly?

Transporting Your Vehicle
How to ship your car across country

Pet Travel Hotel Directory
Posh places to park your pooch

Pet Travel Insurance
Protect your pet on the road

Restraining Order for Pets
Protect pet from becoming projectile

Which Cars are Best for Pet Travel?
Choosing the right ride for Fido

Pet Petters Ploy for Stolen Purse
What to do if stolen when traveling?

Common Courtesy - Rules of the Road
8 Tips for common driving courtesy

For more information on Pet Travel Tips, click here.

 

 

Road & Travel Magazine - 2011 Back Issues

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S E P T E M B E R
	September 1, 2011 - [Cover] 2012 Ford Focus Review; 2012 Honda Civic Sedan Review; 5 ways to save on auto insurance for teens; Is your car college ready; Top 10 getaways for parents; Top 10 road trips worldwide; Best family cars for 2011; Pocket Ranger App to guide hikers in woods; Pet travel in cars; Dude Ranch vacations for women, Best 2011 family cars.
A U G U S T
	August 15, 2011 - [Cover] 2012 Acura TL Review; 2012 Volkswagen Eos Convertible Review; 3 things to look for when buying a new car; Tips for preparing and enjoying great outdoors; Airline passenger rights take effect; Tips for test driving new cars and questions to ask for teens first car; Street smarts for women traveling alone; student travel.
	August 1, 2011 - [Cover] Road & Travel Magazine's 15th Annual Sexy Car Buyer's Guide; 2011 MB SLK Roadster; 2011 Dodge Challenger; 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata; 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder; 2011 Audi TT; 2011 Infiniti G37 Convertible; 2011 BMW Z4; 2011 Chevy Camaro SS; 2011 Lexus IS C350 Coupe; 2011 Ford Mustang Drop top.
J U L Y
	July 15, 2011 - [Cover] 2011 Chrysler 200 test drive; The history of America's Route 66; Sharing the road with authorized vehicles; How to escape a sinking car; 12 steps for buying a used car; Defensive driving tips; Adventure tours for women; Deep vein thrombosis and travel; How to keep a travel journal; Most scenic train tours in the world.
	July 1, 2011 - [Cover] The real cost of texting while driving; 2012 Audi A6 test drive; Car shoppers seek better MPG; Women adopt eco-friendly cars; 5 tips to keep cool on the road; Sun Safety at Beach; 10 tips to keep kids safe when traveling; Summer road trip on a budget; Don't leave kids in hot car; Best Cruise Lines for 10 types of cruisers.
J U N E
	June 15, 2011 - [Cover] Top 10 American Beach Destinations; 2011 Infiniti G37 convertible and Lincoln MKX test drives; Affordable summer gas; 7 common travel mistakes; How to extend car's life span; San Clemente, Ca review; How to buy a used hybrid vehicle; Lightweight luggage tips; Cleaning Car Interior.
	June 1, 2011 - [Cover] Road Test Reviews on Lexus CT 200h, Toyota Sienna and Honda Odyssey Minivans; Making a car road trip worthy; Teen driving safety tips; Best summer gas mileage tips; Charging electric cars at campgrounds; Reducing vehicle carbon; Asia's Top 10 Sacred Sites; Summer travel tips.
M A Y
	May 2011 - [Cover] 10 Tips for Planning an Action Adventure Vacation; Most Essential Travel Insurance; Gift Ideas for Loved Ones; Five Frugal Tips for Living Green; Top 10 Spas in US and Canada; Rain Forest Adventures; Cooper Tires - Made for SUVs; 2011 Lexus ES 350 Road Test; Oil Changes.
A P R I L
	April 15, 2011 - [Cover] International Car of the Year Awards jury names 2011 Jaguar XJ as Luxury Car of the Year; 2011 Volvo S60 as International Sedan of the Year; and 2011 Ford Explorer as International SUV of the Year. Bridgestone Tires sponsors 2011 ICOTY presentations in NYC.
	April 1, 2011 - [Cover] What Not to Wear to a Dude Ranch; 2011 Dodge Nitro Road Test; Acura ZRX Coupe Test Drive; 10 Best Quickie Spring Getaways; Motion Skills for Teens; Used Cars Finally Get MPG Stickers; Find a Certified Mechanic; and 7 Tips to Ensure Safe Vacation in Mexico.
M A R C H
	March 15, 2011 - [Cover] 10 Unique Summer Camps for Kids; 2011 Nissan Rogue Road Test; Dodge Journey Test Drive; 10 Best Family Vehicles for 2011; Emergency Car Kit; Educating Teens on Dangers of Texting; Spring Car Care Tips.
	March 1, 2011 - [Cover] 2011 Toyota Yaris Test Drive; Traveling with Kids; Road Trips Tips for Families; 15 Car Cleaning Tips; Get the Most Bang for Your Buck with Gas; How to Jump a Car Battery; 2011 Hyundai Veracruz Review.
F E B R U A R Y
	February 15, 2011 - [Cover] 2011 Corvette ZR1 and Jaguar XK Coupe Road Tests; What your car says about your personality; Stars & their cars; 12 Steps to buying a used car; Paris-City of Love; How to plan a destination wedding; Damn women drivers.
	February 1, 2011 - [Cover] Driving in Wicked Winter Weather; 2011 Honda CR-C CUV Road Test; Hotel Room Workout; 10 Tips to Take the Edge Off Airport Security; Tires for Treacherous Terrain; World's Best Spas Guide.
J A N U A R Y
	January 15, 2011 - [Cover] 2011 International Car of the Year Awards names Hyundai Sonata Car of the Year; Kia Sportage wins Truck of the Year; Bridgestone Tire Sponsors 2011 Awards; Get Thru Airport Security Fast; Emergency Car Kit.
	January 1, 2011 - [Cover] Happy New Year: Traveling by Train; 2011 Ford Fiesta Review; Do it Yourself Tire Check; 8 Tips to Get More From a Tank of Gas; 10 Tips for Driving Slippery Roads; and Hotel Safety for Safer Travels.

Road & Travel Magazine - 2010 Back Issues

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D E C E M B E R
	December 15, 2010 - [Cover] Holiday Issue: Airport Rules & Regulations During Holidays; How to Prevent Holiday Crime; 2011 Volkswagen Jetta and Mazda2 Road Test Reviews; 15 Tips for Cleaning Car Upolstery; Top 10 Wackiest American Road Signs.
	December 1, 2010 - [Cover] Pet Travel Guide; Cues and Clues for Holiday Blues; Tips for Traveling with Kids During Holiday Season; 2011 Chevy Cruze Road Test; Driving Tips for Seniors; Debunking Car Buying Myths.
N O V E M B E R
	November 15, 2010 - [Cover] The Red Coach Inn Review in Niagara Falls, NY; Where to Find Lost Luggage; Small Town Getaways; 2011 Land Rover LR4 Review; Tips for Used Car Buyers; 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe Road Test.
	November 1, 2010 - [Cover] 2011 Jaguar XJ Sedan Road Test; 2011 Travel Trends for Women; Why Fall is Best Time to Lease a Car; 2011 Kia Sorento CUV Road Test; Bed & Breakfast Directory; and a Guide to the Best Dude Ranches in America.
O C T O B E R
	October 15, 2010 - [Cover] The Best Fall Foliage in the U.S.; Lightweight Luggage Options; Lowes Royal Pacific Resort Review; 2010 Hyundai Tucson SUV Road Test; Who Has More Car Knowledge - Men or Women?; and Goodyear Assusrance Tires.
	October 1, 2010 - [Cover] 2011 All New Hyundai Sonata Review; the Residence Inn in Manhattan Beach, CA; October is Car Care Month; KBB Names Top 10 Most Comfy Cars; Fall Foliage in Bucks County, PA; and Flowering Almond Spa, Virginia Beach.
S E P T E M B E R
	September 1, 2010 - [Cover] 2011 All New Jeep Grand Cherokee Review; the Dangers of Texting While Driving; Driving Too Slow in the Fast Lane; More Women Taking Girlfriend Getaways Together; Most Scenic Train Trips; and Pet Travel More Friendly.
A U G U S T
	August 15, 2010 - [Cover] Top Rated Beach Resorts in Mexico, plus the 2010 Mazda RX-8 New Car Review plus Suzuki's all new Kizashi. Also, How to get through airport security quickly; plus Safe Driving Tips for Booming Adults.
	August 1, 2010 - [Cover] Road & Travel Magazine's 14th Annual Sexy Car Buyer's Guide, Review; the History of Nude Travel; The Top 5 Most Eco Friendly Airlines; and the Best Time to Buy a Car.
	For back issues between November 2009 and July 2010 please visit the RTM Blog and the Earth, Wind & Power Blogazine for dozens of great articles on a variety of interesting auto, travel and eco-friendly topics. Thank you.

Road & Travel Magazine - 2009 Back Issues

Road & Travel Magazine - 2009 Back Issues
O C T O B E R
	October 1, 2009 - [Newsletter] Winterization: Fall Car Prep; 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX Review; Plan A Winter Vacation to Europe
S E P T E M B E R
	September 15, 2009 - [Newsletter] Locked Out of Your Vehicle -Now What?; Do the Private Island Math - Little Whale Cay; Auto Shops Aimed at Women
	September 1, 2009 - [Newsletter] Homestead Suites Review -Warwick, RI; New Car Review -BMW 335i xDrive; Canyon Calling Adventures for Women
A U G U S T
	August 15, 2009 - [Newsletter] Country Road Trip Survival Guide; Safe & Stylish Cars for Teens; 2009 Best New Road Trip Vehicles
	August 1, 2009 - [Newsletter] Best Used Luxury Vehicles to Buy Now; Express Passports Available ASAP; 2009 Spa Trends
J U L Y
	July 15, 2009 - [Newsletter] Standout Summer Spa Getaways; 2009 Mazda6 New Car Review; Top Five Over the Top Cool Hotel Pools
	July 1, 2009 - [Newsletter] 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review; Travel Etiquette - Respect Local Customs; Death by Cell Phone
J U N E
	June 15, 2009 - [Newsletter] Last of a Legend: 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP; Camping: The Last-Minute Vacation of the Season; Teen Summer Driving
	June 1, 2009 - [Newsletter] 2009 Chevy Cobalt Review; Summer Danger: Don't Leave Children in a Car; Top Scenic Convertible Drives
M A Y
	May 15, 2009 How to Plan an Affordable Family Vacation; Avoid Traffic Law Exploitation; Cut the Cost of Your Next Cruise
	May 1, 2009 Entertaining Kids on the Road; Air Travel with Pets; Spring Cleaning Your Car for Optimum Gas Mileage
A P R I L
	April 15, 2009 Five Responsible Travel Tips; 2009 Toyota Prius Review; Spring Break Safety for the Whole Family
	April 1, 2009 Budget Travel Tips for Business Travelers; 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander Review; Benefits of Train Travel
M A R C H
	March 15, 2009 Coping with Car Theft; Staying Fit on the Road; Ten Best Walking Cities
	March 1, 2009 Preventing Motion Sickness on a Cruise; Is Your Car Telling You Something?; Fighting Jet Lag
F E B R U A R Y
	February 15, 2009 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Top 10 Wedding Destinations; Jiffy Lube Maintenance Partners for Life; Planning a Romantic Getaway
	February 1, 2009 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Jiffy Lube Maintenance Partners for Life; Top 10 Wedding Destinations; Planning a Romantic Getaway
J A N U A R Y
	January 20, 2009 - [Newsletter] [Cover] 2009 Earth, Wind & Power Award Winners; 2009 ICOTY Winners; Earth, Wind & Power Blogazine
	January 10, 2009 - [Newsletter] [Cover] 2009 ICOTY Award Winners; 2009 Earth Wind & Power Winners; Earth, Wind & Power Blogazine
	January 1, 2009 - [Newsletter] [Cover] 2009 Earth, Wind & Power Nominees; Themed Adventure Travel Guide; Keep Your Car; Vehicle Warning Lights.

Road & Travel Magazine Back Issues : 2008 - 2002

2008
D E C E M B E R - 2008
	December 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] 2009 ICOTY Nominees; Themed Adventure Travel Guide; Keep Your Car; Vehicle Warning Lights; How to Catch A Plane
	December 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Aspira Spa Review; 2009 Hyundai Sonata Review; Holiday Cruises; Travel - Food & Water Risks; Maintain - New Car Look
N O V E M B E R
	November 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Homewood Suites; 2009 Jaguar XF Review; Mongolian Adventure; Humanitourism; Slow Down - Save Money/ Lives.
	November 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] 2009 Vehicle Model Guide; Trinidad; Highway Safety; Questions for your Mechanic; Women Adventures
O C T O B E R
	October 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Green Chicago; Top 10 Weekend Tours; 2009 VW Tiguan Review; Top 10 Worst Polluters; Europe on a Budget
	October 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] State Farm Woos Women; Best of the Road; 2008 Suzuki SX4; Roving with Rover; Pets on Vacation
S E P T E M B E R
	September 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] State Farm Woos Women; Best of the Road; 2008 Suzuki SX4; Roving with Rover; Pets on Vacation
	September 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Road Trip Vehicles; On the Go with Fido; 2009 Honda Pilot; Pet Insurance; British Columbia's Great Green Getaways
A U G U S T
	August 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Guest Ranch Guide; 2008 BMW X6; Travel on a Budget; Tips for the First Time B&B Visitor; How Green is your Car?
	August 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Green SUV Guide; Discovering the West; Lowest Gas Prices; Best Cars for Seniors; Fall Foliage Secrets Revealed
J U L Y
	July 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Luxury Spa Guide; Atlantis - Bahamas; Female Drivers Favorite Vehicles; Easy Car Buying; Park the Car Getaway
	July 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] 2008 Luxury Car Buyer's Guide; Bridgestone - Safer Tires; Fly Clear; Caribbean Vacationing; Luxury Vehicle Leases
J U N E
	June 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] New Section: Sex Drive; 2008 BMW M3 Coupe; Train Travel Tips; Nude Vacationing; What is that Smell
	June 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] 2008 Sexy Car Buyer's Guide; Riviera Wedding Guide; Botox For Your Car; Car Crash Deaths; Top 5 Romantic Getaways
M A Y
	May 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Green Car Africa Travel; 2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman; Healthtel; Green and Healthy Hotel Guide
	May 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] [Cover] Green Car Buyer's Guide; Green Summer Travel; It's Easy Going Green; Travel Green in Africa
A P R I L
	April 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] Valencia Spain Destination Review; 2009 Dodge Journey Review; Grand Cayman Island Destination Review;
	April 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] 2008 Crossover Buyer's Guide; Sex Drive - Sizzling & Sassy; Avalanche Bay Adventure; Solace Spa Review
M A R C H
	March 15, 2008 - [Newsletter] Costa Rica Destination Review; Sex Drive - Sizzling & Sassy; 2008 Chevy Malibu Review; RTM Launches Blog
	March 01, 2008 - [Newsletter] 2008 Cadillac CTS Review; Sand & Slopes - Ski Dubai; 2008 Audi Q7 Review; Pacific Coast Pet Travel
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A U G U S T
	August 15, 2007 - [Newsletter] Disney Saratoga Springs ; 2007 Hyundai Veracruz Review; Family Beach Getaways; 2007 Lincoln MKX Review
	August 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 Minivan Buyer's Guide; St. Lucia Coconut Bay Review; 2007 Suzuki XL7 Review; Cruising with Kids
J U L Y
	July 15, 2007 - [Newsletter] Jordan Destination Review;2007 Chrysler Sebring; Flowering Almond spa; $100,000 Cars; 2007 Sexy Car Guide
	July 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 Sexy Car Buyer's Guide; Slovenia Spa Review; 2007 Infiniti G35 Review; Montreal Spa Review
M A Y
	June 15, 2007 - [Newsletter] Lake Powell Destination Review; 2007 BMW 3 Series ; Wynn Las Vegas Spa Review; 2007 Saturn Outlook;
	June 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 Sedan Buyer's Guide; Vacation Photography; 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Review; Driving Route 66;
M A Y
	May 15, 2007 - [Newsletter] Green Scheme Bed & Breakfast; 2007 Saturn Aura Review; Spa Essencia Review; 2007 Nissan Altima Review;
	May 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] Green Car Buyer's Guide; Destination Review: Portugal; Cost of Owning a Hybrid; 100 Fountain Spa Review
A P R I L
	April 15, 2007 - [Newsletter] Travel Sweet Spots; First Impression: Infiniti M45; Destination Review: Finland; 2007 Chrysler 300 Review
	April 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 Luxury Car Buyer's Guide; Top 10 Luxury Resorts; 2007 Lincoln MKZ Review; Armenia Destination Review
M A R C H
	March 15, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 Mini Cooper Review; Copan Destination Review; 2007 Jeep Commander Review; Montecarlo Destination Review
	March 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 Crossover Buyer's Guide; Medellin Columbia Destination Review; Land Rover Experience; Field of Dreams
F E B R U A R Y
	February 15, 2007 - [Newsletter] St. Vincent: Caribbean Sailing; 2007 Mazda CX-9 Review; Cancun Destination Review; 2007 Hyundai Sonata Review
	February 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 Honda CR-V Review; Idaho's Schweitzer Mountain; 2007 Chevrolet Impala; Palm Island Destination Review
J A N U A R Y
	January 01, 2007 - [Newsletter] 2007 ICOTY Award Winners; Curacao Destination Review; 2007 Chrysler Aspen; Key West Destination Review

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