Gas Prices On The Rise -- How To Cope

Auto Channel -- Robert Gordon, Co-Publisher

         ON THE SCENE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS A SATELLITE MEDIA TOUR

                              Consumer Reports’ 
                                 ROB GENTILE 
                                  Discusses

                    CAR-BUYING TIPS IN A SLOWING ECONOMY
               …and how to cope with astronomical gas prices!!!


                         WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, 2001
                       10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EASTERN


With the economy slowing and skyrocketing gas prices, consumers in the market 
for a new car need some important information and guidance before they hit up 
the dealerships.  Auto buying surveys done by Consumer Reports have shown that 
too many buyers visit just one or two dealerships and don’t spend enough time 
considering different makes and models. That’s especially true for buyers who 
tend to go back to the same dealer time and again.  

Consumer Reports’ tips for buying a new car in the present economy:

·Consumers should take the time to visit at least 3 - 4 different dealerships.

·Research vehicle reviews and pricing information on the Internet or the local 
 library.

·Be prepared to walk out of a dealership if they’re not willing to give you 
 their best price.  

·Don’t be afraid to Negotiate—even if there are rebate offers or incentives.  

·How about Downsizing?—buy a vehicle that’s smaller, and more economical to  
 run. 

·Buy or Lease?  The ongoing debate.

Consumer Reports’ car-buying guides include leasing advice, recommendations on 
options and equipment for a car, a list of alternate recommended models, and 
safety and reliability ratings.  Consumer Reports is the trusted source for 
information and advice on consumer products and services. Its editors have 
decades of experience in driving, testing, and reporting on cars. Their work is 
based on the testing and expertise of the Consumer Reports Auto Test Division, 
which has evaluated autos on the test track and on public roads for more than 50
years.