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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…

In the market for an SUV? Many start their search in the new car section of the lot, but the truth is that there are benefits to buying a used car that make it a smarter choice—if you buy from a reputable dealer who stands behind what they sell.  Owings Auto specializes in selling quality…

What’s most important to you when shopping for a used car? Along with performance and great gas mileage, most buyers will include comfort on their list of must-have features. Owings Auto has put together a list of some of the most comfortable used cars that also check the other boxes for features you want in…

Some buyers find that new SUVs for families are out of their budget, but many quality used 3-row SUVs can be found at very affordable prices. As is the case when buying a new car, you want to choose a used vehicle with the features that are important to you and one that has earned…

If you’ve ever tried to secure a car loan with less-than-perfect credit, you may have walked away without the financing you needed. Banks and traditional dealerships typically require a high credit score, and that means many people will not qualify—but there is another way. Choosing a dealership that offers in-house financing makes it easy to…

If you are looking for a used sedan, reliability is likely one of the most important factors to consider. It really doesn’t matter how many features a car has if you cannot count on it to start each day. The best used cars will provide you with the reliability you need. Some of the most…

Not all trucks are created equal, especially when buying a used truck. That’s even more true when selecting a used truck for work purposes, as not all of them can handle the daily grind that a true work truck requires. But there are some that can handle it, including these seven models: 2017 Ford F-150…