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Water Restrictions and Car Washing in Austin

When it comes to water restrictions in Austin, there are a lot of timing concerns and rules that home owners and other residents need to be aware of in order to conserve water. We all know that it’s important to regularly wash your car (especially because the extreme Texas heat can have some adverse affects on your exterior paint job) but you may be wondering “Can I was my car by hand in Austin TX?” We have that answer, and some other trips and tricks, below.

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Should you drive on a flat tire?

What happens if you drive with a flat tire? 

A flat tire can completely ruin your day. Not only will you not be able to get where you need to go on time, you’ll likely end up paying for an expensive new tire, and if you don’t know how to change your tire, you’ll need to call a tow truck. If you don’t react to a flat tire the right way, it could make your already bad day worse.   Read the rest of this entry >>

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Celebrate Labor Day 2017 on a Budget

Free Labor Day Weekend 2017 Events in Austin TX

Labor Day is a great marker for the end of summer, and also one of the last three-day weekends of the year. If you are looking for something fun and interesting to do on a budget, some of these free Labor Day weekend 2017 events in Austin TX might be right up your alley. From museums to movie showings, there are plenty of strange and wonderful things to do in our city for Labor Day.

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No credit and poor credit financing at Third Coast Auto Group

Here at Third Coast Autos we know that many nasty credit situations can happen to people through no fault of their own. Whether that means a divorce, unexpected medical debt, or the serious impact of a bankruptcy on credit scores, it can be hard when you have no credit or poor credit to find an important thing like an auto loan.  It also takes students and adults a long time to build up a good credit history.  Fortunately, if you are looking for poor credit or no credit auto financing in Austin TX, one of our four dealership locations may be right for you. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How to get financing at Third Coast Auto Group

Drivers who have struggled to get credit approval in the past may be wary about applying for credit. Fortunately, here at Third Coast Auto Group, we make applying for a car loan, and getting that loan even if you have a bad credit situation, straightforward. If you are interested in getting financing for one of our quality used vehicles at one of our four locations around Austin TX, we can help. One of the first steps is filling out our easy online pre-approval form. But is it safe to do a credit application on the Third Coast Auto Group website? Absolutely! Keep reading to learn about a few of the ways we keep you safe when you apply for an auto loan at Third Coast Auto Group.

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Front view of the car being washed at a service station

When, where and how often should you clean your car?

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 >>

2017 Ford F-150 on road

Celebrate Ford Truck’s 100th Anniversary with Social Media!

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 >>

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Don’t forget to prepare for the total solar eclipse on Aug. 21!

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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Is buying or leasing a vehicle the better option?

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 >>