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How many times have you been told to change your vehicle oil every 3,000 miles? After some time, you can't help but believe that's exactly what your vehicle always needs. Newer cars don't always need an oil change every 3,000 miles. They have newer and better engines. Oil chemistry is better. Synthetic oil has improved. Many modern vehicles only need an oil change every 7,000 miles or so.

You might have always remembered the magic "3,000-mile" number. You might be changing your oil too often. You might be wasting time and money. Our…

Instead of sitting in our waiting room for your car to get on the lift, you can make use of the online scheduling app and come to the facility when it is convenient for you. It doesn't matter the job or the time, pick your time and minimize wait times for good.

The online scheduling app is a great way to set your appointment for a tire rotation every other oil change. Book the spot online when you have a free hour, and that way when you arrive you can roll right into the bay and the service techs…

Driving your car in the winter with low fuel is a recipe for disaster. These are a few winter hazards that you may encounter if you are not getting the fuel tank topped off during this colder season. The tread on the rear tires has a hard-enough time gripping the roads when it's snowing, without fuel in the rear tank; the car is that much lighter. Fill the tank, and you add more weight that helps the tires stick to the road.

The less gas in the fuel tank, the more room for condensation to form. If that moisture…

Horsepower is a measurement used to help consumers determine which vehicle to buy. The problem is that most folks are not sure what is meant by this term. Some believe it is referring to how fast a vehicle will run. Others are more interested in how much they can tow with a certain truck. Of course, these are correct, but most have no idea about the power of a single horsepower.

One very important thing that every potential car owner needs to think about is how they are going to finance their purchase. Depending on your credit score and history one very interesting new thing to do is to shop online for vehicle loans, find the best one for you and then to secure the loan before you go to the dealership. This can save a lot of awkward conversation and headache if you decide to complete an online application before you go to our dealership to select a new vehicle.

 

 

Mileage is hard to predict for road trips. You can plot everything the way it looks on a map and still be wrong. Mileage is based on different factors. You can use or not use cruise control on interstates and highways. Using cruise control will help save fuel.

You might get slowed going through small towns or cities. You might utilize more gas if you start and stop a bunch. You might not get great gas mileage for your road trip because your car isn't tuned up. Your tires might be low.

You can visit our service station and…

We all dread washing the car, but that doesn’t mean that the task is any less important and necessary. The important to thing to remember about washing your car is that while it is a chore, it doesn’t have to be a difficult one. A few good tips can help make things go a lot easier and get you result that you can be proud of.

Start with a product that is specifically designed for use as a car wash. Never use dish detergent, clothing detergent, or shower gel body wash.

Use cloths, brushes, and towels that are…

Everybody wants to get good gas mileage-it saves you money and makes sense. Why spend more on something if you don't have to? There are a few things you can do to stretch the gas budget and save the environment at the same time. You can use your cruise control when you are driving on the highway and keep your car light. Get rid of anything you don't need to be hauling in your vehicle because it all adds up. The heavier your car is, the more you will be spending on gas. Just 100 extra pounds in…

We here at VIP Automotive Group were wondering: have you had a chance to check out Subaru's completely redesigned compact, the 2017 Impreza?

Well, if not, don't stress it. Autotrader reviewer Brian Moody is here today to help get you up to speed. Hear his take on the Impreza in the clip below:

Arguably our favorite throughout the Impreza fleet, the penultimate Sport model definitely delivers the goods.

Standard amenities include 18-inch alloy wheels, distinctive suspension tuning, keyless entry and ignition, an 8-inch touchscreen display, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, unique ...