A car is probably one of the most important purchases we will ever make. Whether you are buying or leasing a vehicle, it’s important to keep it in great condition so that it can do its job: namely getting drivers, passengers and cargo safety from place to place. If you are wondering “When should I wash my car?” or about other details of car cleaning, this post may clear  up some of your questions. Read the rest of this entry
Here at the Third Coast Auto Group we have plenty of great vehicles available with accessible financing, but today, in honor of Ford’s 100th anniversary of truck history, we are turning our attention to some of the great trucks in our inventory. While Ford was not the first automaker in the world, he pioneered the system of factory construction that made cars practical and affordable for much of the population. The original Model TT truck (released in 1917) was designed to manage heavier loads for hard work and deliveries. From that first truck, a legacy was born. Today, the Ford F-Series has been America’s best-selling truck for 40 straight years. No wonder we have such a nice selection of them in our used truck inventory here in Austin TX! Check out what people are saying on social media to celebrate 100 years of Ford truck history below. Read the rest of this entry
While here in Austin TX we aren’t going to be in the heart of the Great Total Solar Eclipse of 2017, we are still excited. This solar event on Monday, August 21, is going to go through more of the continental United States than it has since 1918! Areas across the country are going to be mobilizing to handle tons of people traveling to get the longest experience of that total eclipse. In this post we are going to answer “Will I be able to see the solar eclipse in Austin TX”? and a few tips and tricks about viewing the eclipse.
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When you are looking for a car, there are a lot of factors to consider. Do you want a new or a used car? Are there some brands that are more dependable than other ones? If you have decided, or are thinking about a new car, then one thing to consider whether you want to buy or lease a vehicle. In this post we are going to go over some pros and cons of leasing vs buying a car. Read the rest of this entry
When it comes to buying a new or new-to-you vehicle, there are plenty of options, ranging from brand new models to extremely cheap road-side deals, and everything in between. The choices can be dizzying, but if you have been asking “Should you buy a new or used car?” we are going to lay out some aspects to consider. Read the rest of this entry
The auto making industry in the United States creates thousands of jobs, and is great for the economy. Brands like Ford, General Motors, Ram and Jeep have made a huge impact in our lives and consciousnesses. But with this age of massive globalization, did you know that the vehicles that you think are the most American-made may be less local than you expected? In this blog post, we are going to answer “Are American-brand cars actually made in America?”
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