Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Los Angeles, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Transportation
Other options Car p.26, Getting Around p.23
There’s an old saying that nobody walks in LA. In spite of all the wasted hours spent sitting in traffic, darting across town, or clocking... read more
Driving in Los Angeles
Driving in Los Angeles usually means a mix of city streets and five-lane freeways that will take you from one side of town to the other. The term ‘surface streets’ is often used when... read more
Vehicle Leasing
In the United States, ‘leasing’ and ‘renting’ are two different practices. A lease is a contract for a specified term. Unlike car rental, which is usually no more than a two-week... read more
Buying a Vehicle
Los Angeles’ addiction to the automobile has created a market that provides for everyone’s needs. The many shiny showrooms and second-hand lots offer everything from Jaguars to jalopies.... read more
Vehicle Finance
Unless you have enough cash for a vehicle purchase, you’ll probably have to finance your new wheels. You might want to secure a copy of your credit report so you can correct errors and... read more
Vehicle Insurance
In order to register a motor vehicle in California, you need to provide proof of financial responsibility to the DMV, and there are four ways to go about this: show a motor vehicle... read more
Registering a Vehicle
If purchasing a new or used vehicle from a licensed California dealer, they will collect all the necessary taxes and fees to register and title the vehicle. This includes submitting the... read more
