Little Known Reasons You Should Own a Truck

Owning a truck comes with many benefits over owning a car. Some of the benefits, such as the improved ability to haul or tow things, are a little more obvious. But what about the increased road safety and visibility, and improved resale value you get with owning a truck? Here we will cover some little known benefits to owning a truck, to help you know you made the right decision when visiting your local Chevy dealership in San Antonio, TX.

Increased Visibility

It is no secret that the average truck sits much higher than a car. The height and size of a pickup truck allows you, the driver, to see over the top of cars in front of you and to your rear. This can be especially useful in heavy traffic situations or when passing by cars. This allows you to better anticipate what may come or happen ahead and be prepared to respond. A truck is the best option for allowing you to see the cars around you and even over the top of them, the road ahead, road lines and margins on both sides. This can be especially handy in inclement weather.

Increased Road Safety

Not only does a truck’s increased visibility add to how safe it is on the road. There are many other road safety factors at play. Many trucks have now advanced in safety to match the safety performance of many safe cars. Especially, since trucks are increasingly being used by more and more families. The sheer size and power of most pickup trucks gives the truck the advantage in the unfortunate case of being involved in a road accident with a car. 

They Hold Their Resale Value Longer than Most Cars

Trucks are a better investment if you may consider putting your vehicle on the market, down the line. Kelly Blue Book statistics from 2018, shows that pickup trucks will, generally, still hold about 50 percent (half) of their value even five years down the line and they only depreciate little by little from there. 

By comparison, a car, five years later, will, generally, only still hold about 35.1 percent of it’s value. It goes without saying. If you may resell your vehicle later, you have a better chance of getting more for the truck, than a car, based on what the vehicle initially costs, and considering the wear, tear, and damages over time.

Looking to get a new or used truck? Visit your local Chevy dealership in San Antonio, TX, to explore your best options.