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.

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. Read the rest of this entry >>

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. Read the rest of this entry >>

Many times the words “crossover” and “SUV” are used interchangeably to describe similar vehicles. This can cause some confusion among people searching for a vehicle that are unsure which class it belongs in. So how is a crossover different from an SUV? Read the rest of this entry >>

Ways to prepare your car for hot weather

The hot Texas weather can have a variety of effects on your car, sometimes in ways that can be damaging. To help your car survive the heat, try out these ways to prepare your car for hot weather. The hot weather can affect your car in many unexpected ways, and proper preparation is important. Read the rest of this entry >>