The Latest News for Chicago Volvo Drivers from Patrick Volvo Cars

Buying vs. leasing is an age-old question that doesn’t necessarily have a definitive answer. However, we at Patrick Volvo Cars understand that these two options can be quite confusing for consumers. In our latest blog we have outlined the major characteristics and differences between buying and leasing a car, to make your decision easier and more informed.

 

The modern age has presented numerous technological advancements to make our lives easier on a daily basis. One innovation that we feel passionate about at Patrick Volvo Cars is the advent of electric vehicles (EV) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV). We strive to make the world a better place and EVs play a role in helping us doing just that by minimizing our collective carbon footprint on the earth. For those who may not know much about EVs and PHEVs, we’ve compiled a list of some pros of going electric.

The excitement of buying a car at Patrick Volvo Cars can oftentimes overshadow some of the finer details in the process. No, we are not talking about what air freshener you should choose for your new ride, or the first song you should play when you pull off the sales lot. But we’re talking about taxes. Taxes are ever-important nowadays in the car world, especially in Illinois when compared to other places around the country. We at Patrick Volvo Cars felt that it would be important to give you a rundown of what to expect when you buy a…

Are you in the market to buy a new car but dread coming into the dealership? Lucky for you, Patrick Volvo Cars has an extremely convenient way around this! Introducing: Patrick Direct. Where you can buy a new, courtesy, certified or used car from the comfort of your own home or workplace.

 

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What does it mean to lease a vehicle?

Leasing allows you to get into a more expensive vehicle or one with more options because you are only paying for the time you are using it. Technically, the leasing company owns the car and they are borrowing it to you for the approved time and mileage of use. There are lower out-of-pockets costs when acquiring and maintaining the vehicle. Monthly payments are lower, and you get the pleasure of owning a new car every few years. The drawback is…