Category Archives: Tips and Hints

Make Sure Your New Car Isn’t Flood Damaged

One of the first giveaways that the vehicle you’re wanting to buy is flood damaged would be a musty smell of mildew. But, this smell can be covered up with no immediate signs of water damage, and I’m here to … Continue reading

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How Manual Transmissions Work in Your New Car

Driving a car with a manual transmission for the first time can be a little tricky, but like anything else, with a little practice it’s easy to get the hang of. When you get behind the wheel of a new … Continue reading

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Great Gas-Saving Tips for Your New Car or Truck

Going green while driving can be done even if you don’t own the hottest new hybrid car. I have a few great gas-saving tips that you can start using in your new car or truck, and according to the U.S. … Continue reading

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Car Maintenance Tips — Part 2

If you missed the first part of this post series, you can find it by clicking here. Here are a few more great maintenance tips that will help you keep your vehicle in the best condition as possible so it … Continue reading

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Car Maintenance Tips — Part 1

In my research for this post, I browsed a round to find some great car maintenance tips that will help you retain the most value in your car. Cars, trucks, and SUVs can be great investments if you maintain as … Continue reading

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How to Polish Scratches Out of Your Car

No one wants to go out in the morning and find a scratch on their car, but it’s good to know that there is a way to remove most simple scratches. Whether you drove next to some brush or your … Continue reading

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Your Car or Truck: How to Remove a Bumper Sticker

Back when little Suzie was in elementary school, you didn’t mind telling the world via a bumper sticker that you were a proud parent of an honor roll student. But, now Suzie is all grown up and just finished college, … Continue reading

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Ford SYNC: Nothing Else Comes Close

Starting with select Ford and Lincoln 2008 models, a new technology was added that would revolutionize the way people thought about communications and entertainment in their cars. The SYNC technology was developed through a partnership with Ford and Microsoft, and … Continue reading

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Car Financing: Your Annual Percentage Rate

The annual percentage rate (APR) you get when financing a new car is important and not something you want to overlook. First let me explain what APR is, and then I’ll fill you in on how it’s affected. APR is … Continue reading

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What is GAP Insurance & Do You Need It?

GAP (guaranteed auto protection) insurance came along in the early 1980s as a way to help customers if their cars are lost or stolen while they’re still making payments on it. GAP coverage is useful if there’s a gap between … Continue reading

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