Jerimy Grafenstein

Automotive Editor

Jerimy’s had a love/hate relationship with cars since he procured his first vehicle – a 1981 baby blue Ford Fairmont.  It had an oil leak.  He promptly blew the engine.  After a lengthy non-auto related career he established and ran a service repairing interior blemishes in cars and trucks for automobile dealers.  He learned firsthand from dealers about a wide variety of vehicles ranging from high-end luxury cars to ten-year old gas guzzlers – and everything in between.  Eventually he moved on to writing.  Now he works as a writer and editor during the day and moonlights as a freelance writer at night – he's hoping not to blow any more cars up.

Recent Contributions by Jerimy

  • A Balloon Payment Car Loan Guide

    May 11, 2021

    Find out what a car loan balloon payment is, the pros and cons of balloon car loans, and how to keep you payments as low…

  • How to Use a Car Battery Charger

    June 17, 2020

    Everyone should know how to use a car battery charger as a dead battery is a common problem, especially in the cold winter months. Car…

  • How to Repair a Tire Valve

    March 11, 2020

    If your tire has a slow air leak and you can't figure out why, it could be time to repair the tire valve. Replacing or…

  • Essential Advice on Getting a Car Loan with No Proof of Income

    November 9, 2016

    When applying for a car loan, a proof of income is one of the determining factors as to whether or not the loan will be…

  • How to Get a Private Lease on a Vehicle

    November 9, 2016

    A private lease is the process of assuming a lease from another party, and not the lender or bank. This means that a third party…

  • Car Lease: Do's and Don'ts

    November 9, 2016

    A car lease may or may not be the right thing for you and depends on your situation, but if you find yourself embarking down…

  • Toyota Highlander vs. Kia Sorento

    March 4, 2015

    The Kia Sorento -- once a truck-based SUV short on features and quality -- has become a viable competitor in the tough midsize crossover market.…

  • Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Edge

    March 4, 2015

    The Toyota Highlander is one of the best options in the crossover SUV market. But it faces strong competition from the Ford Edge, which enjoys…

  • Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Impala

    January 27, 2015

    The Ford Taurus and Chevrolet Impala are reliable mainstays in the full-size sedan market. They're ideal for American families, but they're also used by corporations,…

  • Ford Fiesta vs. Hyundai Accent

    January 27, 2015

    The Ford Fiesta is a relative newcomer to the subcompact class, bursting onto the scene in 2011 as an even cheaper alternative to the ever-popular…

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