It's Vehicle Shopping Season: Are You Ready For It?

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Late fall, early, and mid-winter are the times when new cars, like new Nissans, come into the dealerships. Dozens of cars are purchased as holiday gifts for those that can afford it, while the rest of the population waits until tax time in January, February, and March to get their early tax refunds to buy a new car. If you are thinking about buying any new vehicle from a dealership like Western Avenue Nissan, make sure you are ready to do so.

9 January 2017

Car Wont' Start? 4 Common Reasons Why

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Getting into your car and discovering it won't start is one of the worst feelings in the world. This is especially true if you are far away from home. Below are four common reasons this is happening so you will know what to expect when you get it repaired. Ignition Switch If you try to turn your car over and it won't start, the first thing to check is the battery.

6 January 2017

The Truth Behind Common Myths About Hybrid Cars

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A hybrid car is one that uses both electric car and traditional gasoline car technology. It is generally more fuel efficient, better for the environment, and usually less expensive to run. You are likely to pay more for a hybrid model, but you'll save some money on fuel costs. In addition, you can drive a hybrid car when the electric motor runs out of charge, but you can't drive it if you run out of gas.

15 December 2016

Shifting From The Biggest Misconceptions About Yearly Service Checks For A Vehicle

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Just like you should have yourself checked out by a physician at an annual checkup about every year, it is a good idea to do the same for your car by scheduling an annual service check. Even though annual service checks are considered a necessity by some automobile owners, most disregard the fact that they are important. One of the biggest reasons these helpful checks are ignored is because there are a lot of misconceptions floating around about auto servicing in general.

15 December 2016

Ensure That Your Handicap Van Offers These Features

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If you have a family member who has become confined to a wheelchair, one of the changes that you'll need to make is to your family vehicle. A handicap van is the perfect way to transport this person around with ease. If you currently own a van, you can contact an automotive company to inquire about upgrading it to include handicap-friendly functionality; if you don't own a van, you can buy a handicap van that is already outfitted with the necessary features to safely transport your loved one.

14 December 2016

3 Things You Should Know About Tires

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Tires aren't usually something that car owners think about too much. There are all kinds of other car parts that seem to take precedence, such as the battery, radiator, air conditioning, or even windshield wipers. But when you stop to realize that the entire car is riding on the tires at high speeds, it makes sense that all drivers should better understand tires. Here are things you should know about tires.

12 December 2016

Moving With A Vehicle With A Cerificate Of Non-Operation

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Moving across the region is difficult enough. Moving states with a car that is non-operational is even more difficult. If your car is not currently operational and you have a certificate of non-operation, you will not be able to drive your car to the new state. A certificate of non-operation means that you do not need to hold the standard insurance. It also means that the car is not allowed to be driven at any point.

12 December 2016