Sometimes people get lost in all of the new features and technology present in new cars that they can forget about the basics. For some, they never really understood the basics to begin with. Something we find that puzzles many car owners is horsepower. What is it? Does it even matter? What is good horsepower in a car? Read below for a crash course. Read the rest of this entry
Distracted driving is dangerous. While it may not seem that way when that VERY IMPORTANT text or call comes in, it can really cause serious injury. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that approximately 1,161 people are injured per day because of a distracted driver. That’s a lot of accidents. While some car companies are working on driver assistance technology that will be able to minimize the impact of distracted driving (both literally and figuratively) we aren’t there yet. The only real way to prevent car accidents is to to increase driver alertness. What are they saying on social media about Distracted Driving Awareness Month 2017? Check out our top picks below. Read the rest of this entry
With the whole crop of 2018 Mercedes-Benz vehicles that have been recently announced, it’s not a huge surprise that one or two get lost in the shuffle. However, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a model that deserves another look. Recently unveiled at the Shanghai Auto Show, this Mercedes-Benz flagship sedan boasts a new attractive exterior as well as the kind of Intelligent Drive features that make it one step closer to true autonomous driving. Learn more about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class release date and cutting edge features below.
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While we are used to the selection of elite pre-owned Acura vehicles in our inventory, it’s still wonderful to look at the new models being released. In a world of elite luxury sedans, the new 2018 Acura TLX looks like it’s going to be a head-turner. Hitting the road sooner than you might think in three very different, bold trim levels, we can’t wait until this model makes it to our inventory. Keep reading to learn the 2018 Acura TLX release date, and what else has us excited about this luxury model. Read the rest of this entry
Autonomous technology is getting more and more popular every year. Many manufacturers are working on producing cars that need a minimum of driver involvement, and many of those leaps and bounds in technology are producing great new safety features that can make life better on the road for drivers and pedestrians alike. But are there cars that can drive by themselves? While a truly self-driving car like you would see in science fiction movies is still a few years off, advances like Cadillac Super Cruise on the 2018 Cadillac CT6 promise driving and performance that flirts with the line. What is Cadillac Super Cruise? Keep reading to find out. Read the rest of this entry
The J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study tracks vehicles over several years to see which ones have the fewest issues and offer the most long-term value for drivers. But what is the most dependable car for 2017? We are very pleased to know that Toyota and Lexus vehicles (like those in our extensive pre-owned inventory) offer top dependability. The 2014 Toyota Camry was named the most dependable vehicle over these last three year, while other Toyota and Lexus models also excelled. Read the rest of this entry
Alfa Romeo (the luxury branch of the Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles consortium), isn’t a very common brand in the United States, and we don’t have any in our pre-owned luxury inventory at this time. However, the brand is making a push into the US market, and what better way to make an impact in sales here than to also release the first-ever Alfa Romeo SUV? The 2018 Stelvio will join the Alfa Romeo lineup in three trim levels. Keep reading to learn more about the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV debut and features.
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Mercedes-Benz, and especially Mercedes-Benz AMG, have always been know for bold, beautiful and powerful vehicle with unstoppable engineering. From the pre-owned Mercedes-Benz models in our inventory to the latest releases, Mercedes-Benz shines. Which means that the new Mercedes-AMG GT Concept promises to wow drivers. We already have our jaws dropping from its sleek lines, but this model also benefits from the fuel efficiency of light hybridization and practical trunk space.. While this is just a concept vehicle now, production models are anticipated. Keep reading for fast facts about the Mercedes-AMG GT Concept. Read the rest of this entry
Everyone in a vehicle, whether the driver or someone in the third-row of a luxury SUV, deserves to be safe. This also applies to passengers of all ages. Children riding in cars need to have a car seat until approximately age 4, and have a booster seat after that until they reach 10-12 (or until the normal seat belts fit them). This is important for the safety of your children, but also Texas law. While it’s very important that children have correctly adjusted car seats, not everyone puts them in correctly. Here are four tips for making sure your car seat is correctly installed (which can keep your kids safer in an accident). Read the rest of this entry
It’s April, and you know what that means! Some people played pranks on their loved ones and co-workers, and many businesses and institutions announced products and features that they had no intention of actually creating. For many car brands, this manifested as a host of fake features. What are we talking about? From the Honda Horn Emojis to the Lexus Lane Valet, automakers unveiled ridiculous (but intriguing) fake features. Check out some automotive April Fool’s Videos 2017 below! Read the rest of this entry