Most offer CD players accessible to the driver. Most sport-utility vehicles look like they could cross the Kalahari with ease. This year, more of them are living up to the visual expectation, with more ground clearance, bigger fuel capacities and stronger suspension parts. Although only a small percentage of SUVs ever leaves the pavement, the extra strength will be welcomed by New Englanders and others who occasionally have to deal with bad weather. There are some strong incentives for buying these vehicles now.
Winter weather tends to bring out the worst in older cars and trucks.
For those who plan a new car purchase soon, buying now may save some unwelcome repair bills. Too, reliability can be a factor for those who commute, especially in snowy and icy conditions. Bringing cars, dealers and finance options together in one place gives the potential buyer a way to comparison shop in a condensed fashion. And most of all, it's fun.