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Insider: What To Do If You’re Injured in a Car Accident

Car accidents happen to be one of the most deeply upsetting events to occur in anyone’s life. For most people, it’s the case that they’re regularly on the roads, and have been so comfortable and confident in the driver’s seat that their collision has come as a complete and traumatic surprise. In any case, there are a number of things that you should do in the event of a car accident that will guarantee your safety and your recovery from this most horrible ordeal. This article goes into some detail as to what you can do to recover as soon …

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Insider: From One Generation of Drivers to the Next

You remember your younger days, where you were just so excited to start driving. You’d be walking around, perhaps driving around with your parents, and calculating how many years and days you had left until it would finally be you behind the wheel. The idea of it just seemed to cool and appealing, and it definitely wasn’t all it lived up to be. When you think about driving, you think about road trips with friends, fast cars, smooth drives, and just an easy driving life. But the harsh reality of it is, you spend most of your time running to …

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Insider: 2 Top Tips for Buying a Used Car

Buying a used car might be good on the wallet, but it’s not always good with regards to aspects such as performance and history. When you buy off an individual rather than a reputable seller, especially, you never quite know what kind of car you are actually investing in. In order to avoid buying a rust-bucket of a motor, you need to err on the side of caution whenever you dip into the second-hand market. While you’re at it, be sure to put the two top tips listed below into practice, too. Have it checked over by a trusted mechanic …

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6 Things You Should Do Before You Buy an Antique Car

Adding an antique car to your collection can be a great way to enjoy some classic automotive engineering, but it isn’t always as easy as heading down to your local car auction and putting up your credit card. Buying an antique car isn’t something that should be taken lightly. Here are six things that you should absolutely do before you sign on the dotted line for your new classic car. Is It Classic or Just Old? It’s not hard to find an old car — just spend a few minutes browsing Craigslist, and you can probably see a few cars …

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Insider: Don’t Buy a Used Truck Without Completing This Checklist

Many auto dealerships only sell “certified” used cars, but you should still go over the vehicle with a fine-toothed comb. Kicking the tires isn’t enough. Perform the following eight actions before you say, “I’ll take it.” 1. Shop in Daylight Don’t shop for your used truck at night. Examine any vehicle in full daylight on level ground. This ensures you see all defects and levels out engine fluids. When you browse Southwest Motors full line up of used Trucks or any other dealer’s inventory, it’s best to do it in bright daylight.   2. Inspect Joints Run your fingers along …

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Why You Should Always Go to the Hospital After a Crash

Modern cars feature some truly impressive safety features. Even base models come equipped with technologies previously reserved for premium models. There are crash-avoidance sensors, crumple zones and enough airbags to soften an impact from nearly any angle — but crashes still happen. Human error is the one thing that can’t be engineered out of your experience on the road. You might be the victim of a crash even if you’re not to blame. Regardless of the circumstances, though, it is important to visit the hospital for an evaluation as soon as possible following a car crash. Here’s why. What Seems …

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6 Tips for Shipping Your Car

6 Tips for Shipping Your Car Whether you’re moving across state lines or ordering a vintage car from overseas, there will probably be a time in your life when you’re in need of vehicle transport. But where do you find such services, and how can you be sure you’re getting a good deal when you do? Here are just a few basic commandments when thinking about car shipping. 1. Look for Transportation Companies There are many auto transportation companies out there, but depending on both your location and your budget, some may be out of reach. Start calling transport companies …

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