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DIY Auto Body Repair: Removing Car Scratches

July 23rd, 2015 by
Man in khakis looking at the large scratches on his vehicle

We’ve all been there before, right? You’ve just brought home your new car (or, as I affectionately call it, my “baby”), and oops! You accidentally hit the metal trash can, or your dog’s collar dragged across the car’s surface, or some unintended accident occurred. What was only moments ago a brand new car now has…

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End of Summer Car Maintenance

July 22nd, 2015 by
Person checking the oil under the open hood of a vehicle

Slow down!  End of Summer?!  I’m still in my bathing suit! I know, it’s definitely still summer and I am no closer in wanting to admit that it’ll soon be coming to an end than you, but facts remain.  We live in the Northeast.  Cooler temperatures always arrive a bit too soon and no one…

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Why You Should Trust Your Dealership With Your Auto Repairs

July 21st, 2015 by
Mechanic looking under the hood of a vehicle with a clipboard in hand inside an auto repair shop

When it comes time for scheduled or, worse yet, surprise auto repairs, many consumers wonder whether they should take their vehicle to an independent mechanic or back to the dealership where they purchased their car. For a number of important reasons like cost, expertise, and warranty coverage, a dealership is your best bet when it…

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How to Recognize It’s Time to Retire the Truck

July 21st, 2015 by

If you’re like me, you’ve been riding the same vehicle for many years. You’ll continue using the car until you absolutely can’t, but is there a way to identify when you should be moving on (besides, of course, the car breaking down? Car owners become emotionally attached to their rides, so it’s not a surprise…

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Buying a Used Truck: 4 Questions to Ask Yourself

July 20th, 2015 by

Used pickup trucks are a great investment. Most pickup trucks are built to be rugged and dependable, and that translates to a long life span. Therefore, when you buy a used truck, you can expect that it will still have a lot of life left in it. You’ll get a reliable truck, and you’ll save…

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Car Accidents: How to be Prepared Ahead of Time

July 20th, 2015 by
Silver car smashed into the side of a black car on a paved road

You may think it’s a bit too silly and ambitious to prepare for a car accident before it’s even happened. After all, you’ve never had any issues in your car, and that outlook is pretty pessimistic. Yet when you’re dealing with an aftermath of a car crash, you’re going to regret not being a bit…

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How to Protect Your Car from Weather-Related Damage

July 20th, 2015 by
Tires of a silver vehicle driving down a flooded, paved road

It’s impossible to prevent your vehicle from facing the elements. Whether it’s 90 degrees or it’s below freezing, some part of your car is going to be vulnerable. While slight damage is basically inevitable, that doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of some useful strategies to minimize the potential harm. Instead of having to visit…

Buying a Used Chevy Avalanche

July 17th, 2015 by

Of all the used trucks on the market today, the Chevy Avalanche is a unique blend of pickup truck capability and SUV styling, comfort, and convenience. First released in 2002, the Avalanche was produced for a little more than a decade and was, at one point, the best-selling truck-meets-SUV combination money could buy. Read on…

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3 Ways to Prepare Your Car for a Road Trip

July 16th, 2015 by
Two sets of feet poking out next to luggage in the open trunk of a blue vehicle

With summer already here, I’m sure you have at least one road trip planned.  Some people take multiple road trips instead of one long vacation.  It’s a great way to save money and see a lot of different places. In all the excitement that surrounds the road trip, it’s easy to forget that there would…

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Used Car Spotlight: 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT 4WD

July 15th, 2015 by

When it comes to sweet deals on used trucks for sale, we have the perfect pickup truck for summer adventures: a used 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT. There is nothing quite like a pickup truck for fun road trips. You can easily tow camping equipment for a weekend in the mountains or haul endless bags…

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