How to Test Drive a Vehicle

Regardless if you are purchasing a new or used vehicle, test driving a vehicle is an important part of the buying process. You may know going in what make and model you want but until you experience sitting inside and feeling how it handles on the road it may not be the right fit for you. When deciding to purchase a new vehicle there are many important questions to ask yourself. How much are you looking to spend? Do you need lots of cargo space? Is fuel economy important? At AutoMax we carry a large inventory of great quality pre-owned vehicles. Test driving a vehicle is not only important and very beneficial but it is also incredibly fun! Take a look at our tips on how to test drive a vehicle.

Here are some important tips to remember and evaluate as soon as you sit inside the vehicle.

• Is it easy for me to get in and out of?
• If there enough head-, hip- and legroom? Try the backseat as well.
• Is the driving position comfortable? Do I feel too low or too high?
• Are the gauges and controls easy to use and read?
• How is the visibility?

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Once you begin driving the vehicle, evaluate these points.

• How is the acceleration and passing acceleration?
• Is there a lot of engine and road noise?
• How does the braking feel?
• Are the seats comfortable?
• How is steering and handling of the vehicle?

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There is simply no better way to find the perfect vehicle for yourself than to test drive. Have fun with it and you never know, the vehicle that you thought you wouldn’t like may be the one that hits all of your points on the test drive. Contact us at AutoMax if you have any questions.