Santa Clara, CA Driving Tips
Try to get wherever you are going before rush hour, or head there after it's over, roughly 7pm. Make you sure you keep a keen eye out on the other driver's since a lot of the tech workers here can be pretty rude and don't like to use their turn signals.
Santa Clara, CA Buying Tips
You should definitely shop around as there as an endless amount of car dealerships in this city. You will definitely find the price you're looking for if you go to a few. The competition is relentless and you can always get someone to go lower price on the same car. I have purchased personally from
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several dealerships in Santa Clara.
Favorite Driving Memory
My favorite memory is driving down Tasman drive during nights with Great America is having fireworks. It's something my father used to do when we were younger and I will never forget it.
Favorite Road
Bowers Dr
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It brings back a lot of memories growing up and is sort of where part of childhood occurred. It has a lot of great sites and sounds, as you can go back many famous Silicon Valley Landmarks by heading down this road.
Santa Clara, CA Driving Tips
Saratoga Ave turns into a one way.
Santa Clara, CA Buying Tips
If you're going to buy a car here, try to find a compact car. Parking spots will be easier. If you get a Prius you can drive in the car pool lane all the time!
Favorite Driving Memory
My favorite memory from driving in this city was super early in the morning and I was dropping my boyfriend off at the train station. While we were driving to the station the sun began to rise. We got to watch the sunset together to start our days off!
Favorite Road
Saratoga
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Saratoga is super fast. There are some spots that slow down but Saratoga links you to many side streets.
Santa Clara, CA Driving Tips
Always assume the worst, especially of the incompetence of other drivers. Keep your eyes wide open and stay attentive.
Santa Clara, CA Buying Tips
Depends on price range. Private sales can provide good deals but it never hurts to visit one of the many auto malls which even provide deals depending on the season.
Favorite Driving Memory
Summer sunsets, palm trees swaying in the distance. Cruising down the express way with the windows down and no traffic.
Favorite Road
Hwy 9
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Plenty of tight curves. Exceptional mountain views.
