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Haunted Houses near Carrollton, TX, for Fall 2016

It’s that time of year again. With Halloween right around the corner, a lot of us are wondering where the best haunted houses are. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is sharing a list of nearby haunted houses, all within an hour’s drive of Carrollton. Be sure to stay tuned to our blog for other holiday-related events and activities throughout the year. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What are the benefits of driving a minivan?

For those of you who stay tuned to our blog, you know we’ve already explored the benefits of driving a sedan, SUV, and a truck. This time we’re going to shine a light on the vehicle that gets the most beef – the minivan. Although these vehicles are the subject of many soccer mom jokes, minivans clearly have a lot to offer in terms of space, versatility, and convenience.

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2017 Cadillac XT5 front quarter view

2017 Cadillac XT5 Specs and Images

Cadillac enthusiasts have plenty of reason to be excited about the 2017 Cadillac XT5. This model marks the start of a new generation of Cadillac luxury crossovers. Also known as the Crossover Touring 5, the XT5 began production earlier this year. It gives drivers a new option in the Cadillac lineup. The XT5 combines efficiency, versatility, and sophisticated styling in one premium crossover. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Why is Tire Pressure Important?

Does Tire Pressure Change from Summer to Winter?

Time and temperature do have an effect on tire pressure. That’s why it is so important to check your tire pressure on a regular basis. There are two things to keep in mind. The first is that as air is heated and cooled, it expands and contracts; it is a gas, after all. The second thing is that the temperature difference between summer and winter in most parts of the country is an average of 50 degrees. That’s enough to have an effect on tire pressure. Read the rest of this entry >>

Trade in your car

How to Retain the Value of your Vehicle for Trade-In Time

Things You are Doing that Depreciate the Value of your Car

We all know that cars depreciate over time. It is a fact of life. No matter how clean we keep them, or how regularly we service them, they still depreciate. But there are some things that can help your car retain value and assist you in beating the depreciation curve. Do you know the things you are doing that depreciate the value of your car?

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Tips to Help the Car Buying Process

Top 5 Common Car Buying Mistakes

Shopping for a new car can be an arduous, stressful process, especially considering that in the end you’re going to be spending a pretty large sum of money. Many shoppers make the mistake of rushing through the car-buying process. They think they know what they want; they think they see what they want, so they buy what they think they want, and that’s where problems occur. We want to make sure you have a successful car-shopping experience, so we thought we’d give you the rundown on the top 5 most common car-buying mistakes.

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