How to Handle Damage When Your Car Lease is Ending: A Real Strategy

Audi Q4 etron car lease end with damage

Our client’s car lease was ending in 60 days. She’d loved the vehicle, but two years of driving left their mark: a door ding from a tight parking space, a bumper scuff from an overly ambitious reverse down a steep, narrow driveway lined with Redwood trees, and a curbed wheel. She knew these were potential […]

Best Lease Deals, Zero Hassle: The Busy Entrepreneur’s Hack

Best lease deals helping busy professional save time on car shopping

Kathryn Keown was done waiting. As co-founder of Hot Yoga Republic in San Rafael with Jessica Smith, she’s used to running two studios, maintaining her corporate job in media sales, raising her daughter, and keeping a business on fire, literally. But the one thing she kept pushing to the bottom of her list was replacing […]

Build Your Own Car: Unlock the World of Bespoke Colors

Build your own Mercedes-Benz G 580 with bespoke paint South Sea Blue Magno

If your new car search has led you to believe you have to choose from a sea of black, white, and silver, you’ll be pleased to know that a world of bespoke color is available. Special order paint is an exclusive factory order process offered by prestigious manufacturers, allowing you to choose a color that […]

What is an Auto Broker & How Can They Help You?

What is an Auto Broker

Navigating the car buying process can feel overwhelming, but an auto broker simplifies it. Acting as an intermediary between buyers and dealerships, auto brokers manage everything from vehicle searches to negotiating prices, ensuring you get a great deal while saving time and avoiding costly mistakes. Their expertise helps avoid common dealership pitfalls like hidden fees […]

What goes on behind the scenes at Cartelligent?

Behind the scenes at Cartelligent | How Cartelligent Works

If you’ve used Cartelligent in the past or are currently working with us to buy or lease your next car, you know our team works hard to simplify every step of the car-buying process. But what exactly happens behind the scenes at Cartelligent to make that happen? To find out, we’re here to guide you […]

The Benefits of Using an Auto Broker When Purchasing Your Next Vehicle

2023 Porsche Panamera Hybrid

As you search for your next new car for your Walnut Creek drives, you may find yourself wondering whether to use a local car dealership or an auto broker. While either can find you a car for your morning commute, there are certain benefits you can gain when choosing an auto broker. What is an […]

What Documents Do I Need to Buy a New Car in California?

Salesperson hands car keys to new car owner

As California drivers start the exciting search for their next new vehicle, the last thing they tend to think about is paperwork. Still, it’s an important aspect to consider. Understanding the documents needed to buy a car in California can help streamline your purchase and ensure you’re fully prepared. Cartelligent is here to help you […]

How to Buy a New Car in California with Cartelligent

2023 Ford Expedition Driving on City Street

Buying a new car in San Francisco or Los Angeles doesn’t sound like a fun way to spend a weekend. You can spend days visiting dealer lots, searching for the right car and financing for you, only to end the day exhausted and empty-handed. Instead of opting for this frustrating experience, save yourself time and […]