As the automotive market begins to transition to more fuel-efficient vehicles, it may seem as if the pickup trucks are being left behind. However, truth be told drivers are still interested in trucks, and there are still new ones coming onto the market every year. So what exactly are the benefits of driving a pickup truck? Let’s dig deeper to find out! Read the rest of this entry
If you’re in the market for your next vehicle, you may be considering changing things up a bit by getting a different body type than what you’re used to. Those who’ve driven a car or a truck their whole lives may not know what they’re missing without having an SUV. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to explore the benefits of driving an SUV to give drivers a better idea of what body type will best fit their needs. Read the rest of this entry
We hate to say it, but colder months are right around the corner, which can make it difficult to stay as active as you did during the summer. However, there is one way to stay active inside – yoga! Our team here at Certified Autoplex is putting together a list of local yoga studios right here in Carrollton for residents to take advantage of. Regardless of your physical abilities, yoga is a great place to start on your workout journey. Read the rest of this entry
Whether you just recently moved to the state or you’ve lived here your whole life, we can guarantee you don’t know half of these weird driving laws in Texas. We all know the simple, commonsense laws such as wearing a seatbelt and following the speed limit. However, there are odd driving laws across the state you should be aware of. Let’s check them out. Read the rest of this entry
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
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
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
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
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
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