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Most people believe that car dealerships want to keep you in the dark when it comes to the car-buying process. Not us. At AutoNation it is our mission to give you the tools you need to make an informed decision when it comes to purchasing your next vehicle. [...more]

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Season of Giving: Tips on donating a car

Season of Giving: Tips on donating a car

It’s the time of year when it’s easy to get whisked away into the spirit of the holidays. 2010 is winding down and we scramble to take time to relax and reflect on all we’ve accomplished this year. It may seem like a drag to bring up tax season, but there [...] [...more]

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Fall Car Care Month: Winterizing your vehicle

Fall Car Care Month: Winterizing your vehicle

An early blizzard in North Dakota is a reminder that we need to winterize our vehicles. Here are some times on how to prep your vehicle for optimum performance and safety in snowy and icy conditions. [...more]

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Jump start your car care routine

Jump start your car care routine

Continuing with our Fall Car Care Month series, we discuss the importance of regular maintenance. Because of the high cost of vehicles and our dependence on them, logic says that we should make a priority out of vehicle maintenance. Read how you can jump start your car care routine. [...more]

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The Digital Glove Box

The Digital Glove Box

I know that I'm not alone when it comes to stashing all sorts of random car-related paperwork inside the glove box. But, when the time comes and you need to find a specific piece of information, it can't be found. Learn how to create a "digital glove box" to organize all of your car-related paperwork, with the help of Evernote. [...more]

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Protecting your car from severe tropical weather

Protecting your car from severe tropical weather

As hurricane season ramps up and tropical depression #3 sets it's sights at South Florida and the Gulf of Mexico, we thought it was wise to review some severe weather tips. [...more]

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‘The Backseat Mechanic’ is here to answer your questions

‘The Backseat Mechanic’ is here to answer your questions

We realize that everyone isn't a gear-head. In our new video series, The Backseat Mechanic, we're reviewing some car maintenance basics and answering your questions. Follow Taylor into the garage as she speaks with Chris, a longtime AutoNation mechanic, and learns about maintaining your tires. [...more]

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Resale value: Get the most money for your car

Resale value: Get the most money for your car

It's likely that your car will never be as valuable as it was on the day you bought it. And depending on the car, there might not be anything you can do to prevent it. But don't start crying over spilled milk. A little research and strategy can help you boost the resale value on your car when you're ready to sell it. [...more]

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Spring Cleaning: Ousting odors to keep that new car smell

Spring Cleaning: Ousting odors to keep that new car smell

Many people, myself included, underestimate the role that scent plays in our lives. Scent is a very powerful motivator. Think about it: Has a smell ever pulled you in to the kitchen to see what was cooking? Have you ever smelled something so pungent that you had to get up and leave the room? What [...] [...more]

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Spring Cleaning: Keeping that new car shine

Spring Cleaning: Keeping that new car shine

I was 15 years old, with a Driver’s Permit sitting in my wallet, when my father handed me the keys to his 1998 Pontiac Firebird. He told me that I had earned the keys, but I’d have to work even harder to keep them. Before I had the chance to get a feel for the [...] [...more]

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