Many of us have experienced a flat tire while we are cruising down the road. Unfortunately, more and more drivers do not know how to change a flat tire on a vehicle. We are blaming that on more schools no longer providing automotive or life skills classes. Luckily, you can still learn how to change your tire with the help of this video from Ford and the brand’s F-150 pickup truck. Enjoy! Read the rest of this entry
Here at Auction Direct USA, some of our best-selling used vehicles are pickup trucks. Drivers love these machines because they can tow heavy loads and haul plenty of cargo in their boxes. When it comes to hauling tools, toys, and other items, it is imperative that everything is securely fastened so that it does not go flying (and risk the safety of other drivers). Ford recently shared this video on how to secure your payload so that you know exactly what to do! Read the rest of this entry
We have heard stories – or even experienced it personally – where someone is behind the wheel and driving dangerously. This includes speeding, tailgating, talking on a cell phone, texting, taking their hands off the wheel, and nearly colliding with guardrails or other vehicles. If you ever find yourself in this situation, we have some advice for you. Read the rest of this entry
Whether it is a minor dent or a major collision where the car was totaled, accidents can be a very scary thing. While the moment it happens is scary, the aftermath can be difficult to cope with and can leave us feeling scared to get behind the wheel again. We are offering some tips to help you become confident about driving again. Read the rest of this entry
When it comes to driving, we usually worry about our teenagers getting behind the wheel (trust us, most of our gray hairs have come from the hours that we spent teaching them how to drive). Speaking of gray hairs, there are some other drivers in our family that we may eventually become concerned about our elderly parents. If you are starting to wonder if it is time to talk to your parents about turning over the keys, we have some great advice to share: Read the rest of this entry
When you shop with us here at Auction Direct USA, you will find a wide variety of colors available for our high-quality used vehicles. No matter which color you choose, you definitely want it to look good for a long time. However, the bright rays from the sun can cause your vehicle’s paint to fade over time. Luckily, we have some tips to help prevent sun-caused paint fade from happening! Read the rest of this entry
If you have needed to inflate your tires but have had trouble getting the air valve cap off, you have probably been pretty frustrated. Sometimes, these caps can really, really get stuck and it can seem impossible to get them off without some kind of tool. Check out our guide to loosening those tight air valve caps below. Read the rest of this entry
Are you in the market for a used or certified pre-owned car? Used cars are generally more popular than brand-new ones for a number of reasons. They are certainly more affordable, but that doesn’t mean they don’t sometimes need to be financed. Keep reading to learn more about financing for a used vehicle with Auction Direct. Read the rest of this entry
Summertime is here again and it’s time to start planning your road trip. Flying is the safest and fastest form of travel in the world, but the memories created during a long road trip can be priceless. It may take you a bit longer, but a road trip can be well worth it if you prepare properly. Keep reading to get a few tips. Read the rest of this entry
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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