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What can wear down your car battery?

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Every part of a vehicle is important, from keeping the tires in good condition to even getting it washed once in a while. Your battery is instrumental in powering features like your sound system and air conditioning and, even more importantly, it’s what allows your car to start. There are warning signs for when your battery is running low, and ways of making your battery last as long as possible that can help you save a few bucks in the service department. In this blog we are going to look at what can wear down your car battery, and how to make it last. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Celebrate Easter with These Egg Hunts and Festivals in Central Texas

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Easter represents the beginning of spring, and usually brings with it a plethora of Easter egg hunts, brunches, Easter bunny sightings, and more, and most of them are great for the children in your life. In this blog, we are going to be sharing our top picks for Easter egg hunts and kid-friendly parties around Austin TX 2018. Each of these events offer something special, or is just very cool. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Get your tunes even without the latest infotainment system

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How to play music in your car without Bluetooth

While new technology offers a lot of extremely cool touchscreen and infotainment features, if you have had an older vehicle or buy a used car you may not be able to take advantage of features like phone pairing or satellite radio. If you wondering how to play music in your car without Bluetooth, we have some tips and tricks that should work in any vehicle with a functioning sound system. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Maintain the Value of Your Car with These Seat Cleaning Tips

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When it comes to maintaining the value of your vehicle (or just being proud of the condition of your car), it can be important to regularly wash the outside of your vehicle, but the inside can be just as important. But what’s the best way to clean your seats? That depends on the kind of upholstery that you have. The best way to clean leather seats is very different from the best way to clean cloth seats, and both of those are also different from vinyl. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Get Out Your Green and Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Austin

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St. Patrick’s Day Events 2018 in Austin TX

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, falling this year on Saturday, March 17, and it should be especially exciting because this celebration of all things Irish will also be happening during the SXSW Festival celebrating music, film, and other entertainment. Here are few of the top St. Patrick’s Day events 2018 in Austin TX that can offer you a great time in green. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What’s the difference between a moonroof and a sunroof?

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Different automakers have different terms for a variety of features, and the industry and consumers don’t always have a consistent name for things. Which brings us to the classic sunroof. Or does your vehicle have a moonroof? And how big is a panoramic sunroof? We are going to explore “What’s the difference between a moonroof and a sunroof?” below as well as a few more of these questions. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What are the most dependable car brands?

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Here at Third Coast Auto Group, we specialize in used cars, and we know that our customers are looking for the most reliable and affordable models that they can get. However, it can be hard to tell if a vehicle is reliable just by looking at it or checking out the engine. Fortunately, organizations like the J.D. Power group offer studies about how satisfied owners they are with their vehicles, and how those models have performed. So what are the most dependable car brands? Read the rest of this entry >>

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How long does it take to get approved at Third Coast Auto Group?

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When it comes to approvals, some banks and car dealerships will make you jump through many different hoops, and may not give you the loan you need in the end. Here at Third Coast Auto Group, we are different. We offer fast, no-hassle, low-stress financing for all credit scores and credit histories that can get drivers back on the road as soon as possible. How long does it take to get approved at Third Coast Auto Group? If you use our easy online application option we can get you approved in as little as 15 minutes! At that speed, it may be a toss-up whether it will take longer to fill in the paperwork or get the loan! Read the rest of this entry >>

What do trim levels mean on cars? with a generic car background

What’s the difference between trims and feature packages?

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Posted in Honda, Tips and Tricks, Toyota

When it comes to shopping for a car, there can be a lot of confusing terminology. In addition to things like automatic transmissions vs CVTs , and the differences between compact or midsize sedans, you may have hear words like “trim” level, or “feature package”. While most of us have a decent grasp of what a make or model is, what do trim levels mean on cars? And how is that different from a feature package? Read the rest of this entry >>