Category Archives: Tips & Tricks

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What are the benefits of driving a sedan?

If you’re starting to sense a theme, you’re definitely picking up on our hints. Our team here at Certified Autoplex has already explored the benefits of driving an SUV and a pickup truck, so we figured it would only be fair to share our opinions on the benefits of driving a sedan. If you’re looking for a smaller, more traditional vehicle option, then a sedan is sure to be the perfect fit for you. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How-To: Prevent Motion Sickness While Driving

Motion sickness is the car most commonly affects children, but adults can also suffer from this condition. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to explore ways to minimize the effects of motion sickness in the car by sharing ways to recognize it and eliminate it when it comes. Be sure to check out this blog in order to have a much more enjoyable road trip for the whole family. Read the rest of this entry >>

How-To: Parallel Park in Six Easy Steps

We’ve all been in the situation before where the only parking spot open requires that you parallel park. The catch is that you’re in the middle of downtown, and traffic is relentless. Everyone in the car is cheering you on, but you’ve never been one to parallel park. That’s where we come in. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share six easy steps to master the art of parallel parking. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How-To: Increase Your Vehicle’s Resale Value

If you’re thinking about selling your car, there are a few things you should consider doing before putting it on the market. Our team here at Certified Autoplex has seen its fair share of used vehicles, so we know what you should do in order to increase your vehicle’s resale value. We’re going to share some helpful hints in hopes of drivers getting the most for the vehicle they’re trying to sell. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Lessons You Didn’t Learn In Driver’s Ed

Regardless of how long ago it was that you attended your driver’s education class, we’re sure there plenty of lessons you carry over and practice in your everyday life. We all remember learning how to properly execute a Y-turn and how to merge onto the highway, but what are some things your driver’s ed teacher didn’t teach you? Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share some of the most common lessons drivers didn’t learn during driver’s ed. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How-To: Avoid Back Pain On Long Road Trips

If you have big road trip plans in the works, then it’s a good idea to think about how you can avoid back on while you’re on the road. Sitting for long periods of time can put a ton of strain on your back and spine, which can be extremely painful. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share a few tips to keep you as comfortable as possible on your next trip. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How-To: Maximize Your Vehicle’s Fuel Economy

Whether you’re driving a full-size SUV or a compact sedan, there are tons of ways to maximize your vehicle’s fuel economy. The cost of fuel is constantly on the rise, and needless to say it’s not something we can avoid. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share some ways to increase your vehicle’s efficiency in order to save on fuel costs. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Things You Should Keep In Your Car

Whether you commute to work every day or spend plenty of time behind the wheel dropping the kids off at school, practice and everywhere else, we know drivers are in their cars a lot. If you spend hours in the car each week, it’s a good idea to be prepared with the essentials. Our team here at Certified Autoplex has put together a list of things we think are important to keep in your car on a regular basis, and we’re sure they’ll come in handy. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Tips to Avoid Getting Pulled Over

We know it may seem silly to discussed ways to avoid getting pulled over by the police, but it’s definitely a good conversation to have. Whether you’re a new teen driver, or you’ve been on the road for years, talking about ways in which we can better follow the law is never a bad idea. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share a few suggestions on how to avoid getting pulled over when you’re the one behind the wheel. Read the rest of this entry >>