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Archive for March, 2017
How often should you rotate your tires?
Thursday, March 30th, 2017
Of all the parts of your car, the tires are the piece that you will likely have to replace the most often. Why? Simply put, tires are the only part that touches the road, which means that they will experience some serious wear and tear. But how often should you rotate your tires? Each vehicle will have a recommended rotation schedule (generally available in the owner’s manual, if you have that available) but generally it is recommended that tires be rotated and balanced every six months or 6,000 to 8,000 miles. That’s about once every other oil change, depending on the age of your vehicle and if you have standard (rather than synthetic) oil. But why should you rotate your tires? And is tire rotation and balancing the same thing? Keep reading to find out. (more…)
Looking for the Best Easter Egg Hunts? Check Out These Austin Options
Thursday, March 23rd, 2017
We are flying into April, and with it the Easter candy is appearing on the shelves and we may be thinking about the upcoming holiday. The Easter season is a great time to get together with family, and one of the most fun activities for kids is an Easter egg hunt. While these can be a lot of fun to host at home, if you want to avoid the preparation and clean-up and have a lot of fun, there are plenty of Easter Egg Hunts 2017 in Austin TX. Keep reading to see some of our top picks. (more…)
How many miles can you drive on empty?
Thursday, March 16th, 2017
If you have ever been getting low on gas you probably have experience worry about whether or not your “Get Gas!” light will go on. Or, if you have been driving and the light has activated on your dashboard maybe you have had a minor panic wondering if you are going to get stranded at the side of the road without enough fuel to get to the next station. In reality, there is more wiggle room than you might expect even once that light goes on. How far can you drive after the gas light turns on? See how many miles “empty” really means below. (more…)
St. Patrick’s Day Around Austin TX
Monday, March 6th, 2017
We’re almost to March 17, and that means it’s time to start preparing to celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. Whether you are an individual or a family looking to have fun this holiday, we have some great suggestions for St. Patrick’s Day 2017 parties around Austin TX. Just keep reading to learn more! (more…)
Three documents you should always have in your car
Friday, March 3rd, 2017
When it comes to car ownership there are a lot of questions to keep in mind, from things as simple as the difference between a crossover and an SUV, to how to help your car handle the heat. One important thing to keep in mind is what paperwork should you keep in your car. There are three things you should have on hand. Whether you are in an accident, or want to be able to trade in your vehicle and purchase a newer one, these things can be very important to find quickly. (more…)
What to do if you see a car accident
Thursday, March 2nd, 2017
While here at Third Coast Auto Group we hope that everyone is staying safe on the road, sometimes that just isn’t possible. Someday you may end up in a collision, or maybe you will be a witness to an accident. Do you have to help if you see an accident? Here are some things to keep in mind before jumping out of the car to help in a vehicle collision. (more…)