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Archive for April, 2017
Save money by driving for the best mileage every day!
Friday, April 28th, 2017
Fuel-Efficient Driving Tips for Every Day
Everyone wants to save money, and if you have a long daily commute getting gas can be a significant expense. Whether gas prices are high or low, driving efficiently can reduce what you spend at the pump in the long run. Here are a few fuel-efficient driving tips for every day that can save you money (and in many cases be better on your car!) (more…)
Improve your credit score with an auto loan
Wednesday, April 26th, 2017
Whether car shoppers have low credit, bad credit or no credit, shopping for a major purchase (like a house or a car) can be stressful because of the loan process. However, with the right lender, even a basic car loan can help improve your credit. Wondering how you can improve your credit score with a car loan? Keep reading to find out. (more…)
Fast facts about auto loans after bankruptcy
Wednesday, April 26th, 2017
Financial trouble can be some of the most anxiety-causing. Whether this is a paycheck that doesn’t quite cover the expenses for the month or something more major like medical problems or a bankruptcy, it can have a serious impact on your well-being. One common question people ask is “Can you get a car loan after bankruptcy?” Having bad credit or a history of not being able to pay dept can affect your interest rate and vehicle availability, but many people can still get a car loan. Even better, getting a car loan may even help you improve your credit over time! (more…)
Car Grilles: Melding Form and Function
Thursday, April 13th, 2017
In the ideal world, cars are a perfect combination of form and function, good looks and great capability. Whether vehicle shoppers are focused on getting an affordable truck, top fuel efficiency, or want premium style, cars are designed to meet premium needs. That’s where a grille comes in. While the grille of a car (different from a “grill” where you could cook or eat dinner) can serve as a key style piece for a vehicle, it has an important function as well. Learn what is the purpose of a car grille, and check out our elegant automotive grille gallery of images, below. You can see even more in our affordable used vehicle inventory. (more…)
What is the most dependable used vehicle?
Friday, April 7th, 2017
When you are looking for a used vehicle with affordable financing, another big factor to consider is the quality of the vehicle. A new-to-you car will do you no good if it breaks down the second it get off the lot. With our large used inventory and four dealership locations, we strive to offer the very best in quality used cars that can fit into your financing needs and budget. We also carry a variety of used Toyota cars in Austin TX. Do Toyota vehicles break down? This brand recently took top marks in the 2017 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study, which means they have very few problems. (more…)
Texas Car Seat Safety Tips
Monday, April 3rd, 2017
Children are precious, and whether you are heading to an Easter Egg Hunt or a race track near Austin, or just to school and home, it’s important that they can be safe as well. With these Texas car seat safety tips, we are going to cover when do children need to be in a car seat in Texas and what are some common mistakes parents make when installing them. (more…)