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When it comes to buying a used car, everyone has their own needs. Some of us want a new truck for work, others need a family vehicle for the daily school-practice-grocery runs. But, one thing that is common for us all is the search for a deal – specifically, when is the best time to…

When buying a used car, one of the things to consider is the vehicle’s mileage—but that doesn’t mean you should only consider cars with ultra-low mileage. It’s great if you can find a car with just a few thousand miles, but people usually trade-in or sell theirs after they’ve used them as their daily driver…

It’s not always going to be a beautiful spring day when you get behind the wheel. Even if you work from home, there will still be times when you’ll need to drive in adverse conditions like rain or fog. Of course, if the circumstances are dangerous, such as fog being so thick you can’t see…

You’ve seen the signs at gas stations warning you to turn off your engine before pumping gas. If you’re like most people, you’ve probably been tempted to ignore the sign—especially on a particularly hot or cold day. If you have ever rebelled against this directive and pumped gas with the engine on, it’s very likely…

You turn the key, and nothing happens. Or, maybe something happens, but the car still won’t start. It’s frustrating and inconvenient, so when your car won’t start, you want to figure out the problem and get it fixed ASAP. If you don’t know much about cars, you may worry that the mechanic could say just…

Why the Chevrolet Silverado is one of the Best Used Trucks The Chevrolet Silverado is universally regarded as one of the best full-size pickup trucks on the market. With a pedigree dating back to 1999 as the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line, the Silverado is arguably the most recognizable name in the…

If you haven’t shopped for a used car in a while, you might be surprised by some of the technology—and you may be equally astonished by some of the prices. Sure, you can probably find a car in the classified ads for $2,000 or so, but if you need something reliable, that’s not the route…

The Honda Accord has long been among the most popular midsize sedans in the industry. It consistently draws rave reviews from owners for its superior reliability, affordability, and fuel efficiency compared to the competition. Let’s take a look at why the Honda Accord just might be the best-used sedan you can buy on the market…

1.   Learn to Buff and Polish Your Car’s Paint This might sound overly ambitious to some, but we can assure you it’s not as hard as it sounds. Your car’s clear coat takes a lot of abuse in the hot Texas sun. Many light to moderate scratches can be caused by automatic car washes,…

If you’ve been driving for any length of time, you’ve probably experienced that sinking feeling that comes when you realize your tire has gone flat. There are many possible causes for a flat or other types of damage to your tires; some are avoidable, while some are not.  Buying new tires is an expensive purchase…