Before you walk into a dealership to trade in your car it is important to know the equity you presently have in your vehicle. If you are wondering, “What is vehicle equity?” or “What does it mean?” It’s important to know the answers to these questions. Knowing the equity in your car can equate to a larger down payment toward a new car. In other words, the trade-in value on your old car can get you a better deal on a new one.
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Test driving a car is the most important step before purchasing any vehicle. After all, you need to know if the car you are considering to invest thousands of dollars on is right for you. It doesn’t matter if the car looks good or if the make and model have positive reviews. What matters is the degree of comfort, how the car rides, handles and performs, which is why test driving a car is imperative before purchasing it. When it comes to test driving a car, here are a few tips that can help you make the most of your experience.
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Kelley Blue Book (KBB) is considered one of the most reliable resources and for determining the value of a used car, and an authoritative pricing guide for selling, buying, and trading cars. The company provides customers, businesses, and consumers with accurate vehicle pricing information. Automotive experts acknowledge that KBB is one of the most popular and trusted guides in automotive pricing. Though Kelley Blue Book was first published in 1926, since 1995, the Blue Book price guide is available online for convenience.
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When it comes to buying a used car, fuel economy is always one of the key factors to consider. The most fuel-efficient used cars are perfect for a long daily commute or nearby errands or to simply pick up the kids after school. If fuel economy is something you are considering in your next car, the best fuel economy is found with vehicles that have four cylinders. The number of cylinders found in an engine relates to its overall performance, a big part of that relating to fuel efficiency. Four-cylinder engines are known for their straight inline configurations while V6-cylinder engines are named for their “V” shaped configurations. V6 engines were long the engine of choice for American automakers—powerful, quiet, but not that fuel inefficient.
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Preventive maintenance is the best way to ensure the long life of your car and save you big money on repairs. Some of the best car maintenance tips are also the easiest to do. Any questions about your car’s maintenance can be found in your car’s owner’s manual, along with the recommended fluid types. Following simple car maintenance tips will go a long way in helping make the engine, transmission and your vehicle last longer and maintain value.
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If you are considering buying a used car then it’s important to set aside some time and do a little used car research to make sure you find the right make and model to meet your needs. Finding that car is a step-by-step process. With the amount of information available at your fingertips, you can easily check the prices, know what you can afford, find a wide range of choices in makes and models, read the dealership reviews, check the vehicle history reports, and more. Here are six steps to guide you in your used car research before you walk into a dealership and test drive a car.
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From setup to install, it’s a universal truth that dealing with child car seats is a royal pain in the you-know-what. The whole process of fitting the actual seat into the car, and finding the latches to install can be a challenge, to say the least. Raise your hand if you are a parent that is sick of dealing with a family vehicle that has an archaic child seat system. Out of all the auto dealerships in Phoenix AZ, Auto Action offers the largest variety of affordable car seat friendly vehicles for your growing family. Below we list five of the top child seat friendly vehicles that Auto Action features.
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With the advent of summer comes rising temperatures and hot cars, creating a scorching environment trying to get from one place to another. Avoid burns and arid temperatures within your car with these five tips to keep the heat off and your car cool. Your favorite Phoenix car dealer is here to help you make sure you have all the high temperature, vehicle-related tips you need to know!
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Test driving different cars while shopping at various Phoenix auto dealers is fun. But shopping for that perfect insurance deal is not. Ever wonder what the secret is to land the best deal on Phoenix auto insurance? Whether you’re looking for the bare minimum state required insurance policy or would prefer to find the cheapest deal on bumper-to-bumper coverage, the experts at the Phoenix Auto Action have some tips for you on comparing and shopping around to find the best insurance policy for your budget.
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Looking for a new car can be stressful, especially when you’re thinking about getting a used car. It’s not only a big purchase, but you want to make sure you are getting a good deal on a good quality vehicle that won’t cost you too much in repairs later on. The good thing is that you are taking an initiative to make a responsible decision by reading these quick and easy tips. Below are 4 important things you should know before buying your next car.
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