Tires get replaced and serviced more often than most other parts of your car. This is because your tires are constantly taking a beating. Every time you drive, you put wear on them. Eventually, you will need to replace all four of your tires. Tires aren’t cheap, so it may be tempting to get used tires instead of brand-new ones. Is that entirely safe? The short answer—no. Keep reading to get the long answer.
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Are you looking for a used vehicle that is of the highest quality and at a great price? Shopping for a used vehicle can be challenging – especially if you are limiting yourself to Craigslist. Luckily, our dealership has a location for you to shop from so you can find the perfect vehicle for your needs and budget!
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A while back, we shared a video that showcased how Ford’s trucks have changed over the years. Here at Auction Direct USA, one of our most popular vehicles besides the Ford F-Series is the Chevy Suburban. This can-do-it-all vehicle has been around for 84 years now and it has always been capable yet stylish to match the times. Don’t believe us? Check out this video produced a few years ago by Chevrolet! Read the rest of this entry
When it comes to maintaining our high-quality used vehicle from Auction Direct USA, one of the best things we can do is be mindful of the oil. Check it regularly (once a month), have it changed every three months or 3,000 miles, and top it off as needed. But have you ever found yourself checking the oil in your vehicle, realized that it was low, and discovered that the only oil you had on hand was different than the kind you normally use? Is it okay to use? Keep reading to find out! Read the rest of this entry
For more than a century, Ford vehicles have been a fundamental part of the American highway. In that time frame, Ford Motor Company has built a colorful history, and it is worth reading about! To kick off our summer reading, we are sharing our favorite books that feature the Ford brand and its vehicles. Read the rest of this entry
Here at Auction Direct USA, in Raleigh, NC, we occasionally have customers come through and ask for a sports car. And then, after talking to them a little more, we discover that what they are really looking for is a pony car or a muscle car. We understand that drivers use “sports car” universally, but in order to ensure that you are getting the vehicle that you have always dreamed of, we just wanted to share some information that differentiates a sports car from a pony car and a muscle car.
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One of the best things about road-tripping around Raleigh, NC, is cranking up the radio and singing our favorite songs. Many of us remember popping a cassette tape or CD into our car’s music system as we cruised down the highway. Today, many of us can still enjoy a CD in our vehicle, but we are seeing more and more vehicles with a digital infotainment system that allows us to synch up our smartphones and listen to our favorite podcasts and playlists. While we love this new style of entertainment, we like to keep the tradition of listening to a full album during our road trip. If you need some help adding some awesome greatest hits albums to your Spotify, we’ve got you covered!
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Here at Auction Direct USA in Raleigh, NC, we love talking about road trips with our customers and helping them find a high-quality used vehicle for their journey. Unfortunately, all too often, we hear of family road trips that are essentially for one person: a week-long vacation to the lake so Dad can fish while Mom and the kids stay in the cabin after one day out on the water – or a road trip with nothing but art museums for Mom and Dad while the kids would rather play outside. To make your next road trip fun for the whole family, it’s better to include a variety of activities. Here are some suggestions for you to consider:
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Most days, the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in your car might seem insignificant, but it’s actually very important. Your car’s VIN is the equivalent of your personal Social Security number and it contains a lot of information about the vehicle – including what kind of engine it has, what is the exact paint color, etc. It’s good to know where you can find the VIN in your car, and we are happy to tell you where to look!
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While many road trip destinations are to cities, many of us love visiting the countryside and breathe in the fresh air. Out in the country, we are more likely to see folks riding horses for either pleasure or training. If you are not familiar with seeing horses out on the road, there are some guidelines that you need to follow in order to keep yourself, the horse, and the rider safe.
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