EPISODE · Jan 10, 2026 · 19 MIN
10 Things to Check Before the Test Drive
from Women Buying Cars | How to buy a car as a woman in a male-dominated industry. · host Meredith Reynolds
Text me your episode idea or comment!10 Essential Tips for Women Before Test Driving a CarIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars,' host Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher turned used car dealer, shares 10 crucial things to look out for before taking a car for a test drive. Meredith emphasizes the importance of inspecting the car's exterior for imperfections, checking tire tread using a penny, and ensuring the battery is not older than four years. She also advises evaluating comfort, visibility, and functionality of controls and features such as radios, windows, and seat adjustability. Meredith discusses considerations like ease of entry and the importance of checking for any warning lights or unpleasant odors. Additionally, she introduces a segment about cars she loves, highlighting the Kia Telluride for its aesthetics, functionality, and luxury at a reasonable price. As season two kicks off, Meredith encourages listeners to make and stick to their resolutions, sharing her own experience with avoiding doomscrolling. Tune in for these valuable tips and more to empower yourself in the car buying process.00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome01:15 New Year's Resolutions and Personal Insights04:07 Pre-Test Drive Checklist Overview04:33 Inspecting the Car Exterior06:23 Checking the Tires07:04 Under the Hood Inspection07:32 Interior Comfort and Visibility10:03 Special Segment: Cars I Love - Kia Telluride13:38 Testing Car Features and Electronics16:13 Ease of Access and Warning Lights18:09 Final Checks and ConclusionCheck out our inventory: www.reynoldsautomotivekc.comwww.youtube.com/@ReynoldsAutomotiveKCwww.facebook.com/ReynoldsAutomotiveKCwww.instagram.com/women_buying_carshttps://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenBuyingCarsEmail me: [email protected]
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Text me your episode idea or comment! 10 Essential Tips for Women Before Test Driving a Car In this episode of 'Women Buying Cars,' host Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher turned used car dealer, shares 10 crucial things to look out for before taking a car for a test drive. Meredith emphasizes the importance of inspecting the car's exterior for imperfections, checking tire tread using a penny, and ensuring the battery is not older than four years. She also advises evaluating comfort, visibi...
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