February 9, 2018
This is one of the most controversial topics when it comes to a new car acquisition. Here at LeaseCosts, we promote car leasing over financing for one simple reason: it is better in all categories… + continue reading
February 5, 2018
We are half the way done with 2017-2018 Winter; I would say more close to the end than to the beginning. 2017 was an excellent year for the automotive industry, with around 2,040,000+ new vehicles… + continue reading
January 31, 2018
We've been doing multiple reviews lately about the all-new 2018 Volkswagen Atlas. Main reasons? It is just an impressive vehicle and, because of that, we actually acquired one for our marketing/sales… + continue reading
January 26, 2018
Google Maps is amazing. I've been using it for a long time and the peak of the experiences came up when I finally started using it on Android Auto. But Waze is damn amazing too. That's why it doesn't… + continue reading
January 25, 2018
We live in a place where transportation needs are very variable, and we should educate our kids to get onboard with it. Canada is huge... crazy huge. If you live in a dense urban area, public… + continue reading
January 24, 2018
Some people love snow, some other prefer cold, but for sure, everyone hates freezing rain. It is probably the worst and more dangerous winter weather condition. Well, this week we got a cocktail of… + continue reading
January 24, 2018
Those who follow LeaseCosts articles will know we love the videos from Jakub & Jury, from the Straight Pipes. So, without trying to go directly to any "system-specific" comparison, as they do it… + continue reading
January 23, 2018
The Stinger is the new bet from KIA for chasing the sector dominated by Honda Accord & Toyota Camry. Finalist with those two on the "2018 North American Car of the Year" prize, it is a bold… + continue reading
January 21, 2018
Hyundai is presenting the All-new 2018 Hyundai Kona at the Montreal Auto show. While the Tucson sales have been doing well in the last few years, the Korean manufacturer is going more seriously after… + continue reading
January 20, 2018
And the Auto Show started! Amazing stands, product presentations, setups and brochures and more than 150 vehicles to check on the showroom. I will be test driving new models this week, specially the… + continue reading
January 18, 2018
This is a controversial question, for sure. And my usual fast response: it depends. Car Loans, like any other kind of loan, have to be eventually paid off, but that is not the biggest deal because if… + continue reading
January 17, 2018
I made a post a week and a half ago, and now a new one. I live pretty close to the event venue, so it wasn't that hard to pass by and see what was in place today: Nissan, Infiniti & Lexus are… + continue reading
January 17, 2018
The future is electric. In 5 years, 10, 20... at some point, almost everything will be electric. If you have (or are planning to have) an EV in Ontario, then this post is for you. in the last few… + continue reading
January 15, 2018
It was -38 freezing today in the morning at Montreal Downtown, but the 2018 Montreal Auto Show starts next Friday 19th, and the show must go on. Volkswagen was delivering the show vehicles, and I was… + continue reading
January 13, 2018
I saw an Acura ad a few days ago that stated: "(...)Enjoy driving while you still can." I guess we are getting closer and closer to that future where we won't need to touch the steering wheel at all… + continue reading
January 12, 2018
I love cars, but I find exciting to meet and see more enthusiasts online that share the same passion. Jury & Jakub created the TheStraightPipes Youtube Channel in 2012, and since, they have… + continue reading
January 8, 2018
New year, a new month and new offers. Also tons of snow, cold and ice on one of the coldest winters ever. Just on the past holidays, Montreal got hit by the coldest winter streak ever registered in… + continue reading
January 6, 2018
If you like cars, if you are projecting to acquire one, or just would like to have a lovely time attending a high tech vehicles show, this is an excellent opportunity. I love cars. Maybe because the… + continue reading
January 6, 2018
Car leasing has been around for a long time. More than 60 years, in fact. Why are there so many ads out there that show Lease prices first over Financing? Pretty easy, if you ask the dealerships… + continue reading
January 5, 2018
If you were considering getting a Nissan SUV this January, then it is the right moment to go for an AWD model. Nissan Canada is discounting the AWD on the purchase price of selected SUVs. The offer… + continue reading
January 2, 2018
One of the first cars I had was a 2005 Mazda3. I loved it, but there was something noticeable when I was driving around during the 2012-2014 period: most of the similar models on the road… + continue reading
December 31, 2017
If you drive in Canada, and mostly on the province of Quebec, chances are you have a set of 4 tires somewhere that you replace every 4-5 months with the ones you have on your vehicle right now. Yes,… + continue reading
December 29, 2017
We are having a crazy cold weekend in eastern Canada. There was -32 today in the morning with the wind chill. Holy... Still, the new year is just a few days away, and I wanted to post about the Best… + continue reading
December 27, 2017
I love visiting dealers, either for test-drives, helping friends decide or assisting my clients. I really love it. While many people see car dealers as "bad persons," based on their personal… + continue reading
December 26, 2017
Fiat Chrysler will start recalling more than 1,800,000+ RAM trucks due to a problem with the shift that would potentially release vehicles from the Parking position without pressing the brake pedal.… + continue reading
December 21, 2017
Presented two weeks ago at the LA Auto Show, the new 2019 Subaru Ascent will be the alternative of the Japanese manufacturer to compete with the 3 row SUV segment. We've seen manufacturers… + continue reading
December 18, 2017
On the following article, I will talk about my personal experience doing an actual lease transfer in Canada. I will go to every single detail, step and overview of how the process was executed.… + continue reading
December 15, 2017
UPDATE: How long? With us, your lease can be transferred in less than 30 days.
I love car leasing, and most of it because it is the best balance between affordable alternatives, warranty and the low… + continue reading
December 13, 2017
From the whole X-series from BMW, the X4 is the only one to have received a 2018 edition update so far. The new 2018 xDrive28i is a small luxury crossover SUV with an all-wheel… + continue reading
December 9, 2017
If you haven't ever been involved in a Lease Takeover (or Lease Transfer), you will find the following article very useful. The thing is that when you need to transfer your contract to someone else,… + continue reading
