Reducing Automobile Insurance Costs
Insurance is a tool, that allows people to assume a necessary risk, by spreading their cost over a wider basis. The costs can be significant, and sometimes minor changes can mean major savings.
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Automotive Up-sells, Just Say NO To The List
Up-selling is a common marketing method. With a bargain burger, extra fries and an apple pie are not too big an issue. People can clearly see what they are getting and the price is low, even after the up-sell. Automotive up-sells are a whole different matter.
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Tips On Buying Auto Parts Like A Pro
Whether repairing a vehicle or just doing maintenance, people sometimes need to purchase automobile parts. This can be a daunting task to the uninitiated. Even seasoned do it yourself types can benefit from knowing a few tricks used by the pros.
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Vehicle Maintenance and Suggested Rip Offs
No one likes having services pushed at them that they feel they do not need. This is often the case when there are no symptoms, and expensive service is suggested. Sometimes this is a total rip off, other times it is wise to listen.
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How a Woman (or anybody) May Avoid Auto Repair Scams
Women often feel particularly vulnerable when they need auto repair. The fact is, members of either sex are equally prone to scams. Shopping methods increase the odds of being taken advantage of and are a key to getting better results.
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Getting Warranty Service
Most folks are unfamiliar with the new vehicle warranty process. What is covered by the warranty, what is a recall, what is a TSB and a policy adjustment? Knowing these answers can save frustration, as well as dollars.
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Delivering Vehicles When Promised
Before founding AGCO, in 1974, the fundamentals were being worked out. Three primary aims of the company would be, 1.) Fixed right the first time 2.) At the price quoted 3.) Delivered on time
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Repair or Buy Another Vehicle
Estimates suggest people spend 18% of their total home budget on transportation cost. Inevitably the decision comes up, should I keep my vehicle or buy another?
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Myths About Auto Repair and Maintenance
Every day money is wasted on automotive services and products that are not needed. Even worse, in many cases the replacement parts may not be as good as the parts replaced.
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How Do You Know You Need Shocks or Struts?
Shock absorbers and McPherson struts are often recommended for replacement. The reasons sometime have more to do with profit margins in the shop than actual need of the client.
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Filling Tires With Nitrogen?
It is common to bait folks in with the offer of a low price. High profit add-ons, often of questionable value are then used to make profit. One example, in my opinion, is using nitrogen to fill passenger tires. The advantages have been hugely exaggerated as the benefits are almost nil.
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Flat Rate and Menu Pricing
At one time, everybody basically understood or knew someone who understood how vehicles worked. Today vehicles are so complex that even experts in the field normally only work with certain systems. With so much complexity there is bound to be misunderstanding. Where there is misunderstanding and money, shysters will find a way to prevail.
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Wasting Thousands On AC Repair
Every year well-intentioned folks try to recharge their vehicle’s air conditioner. At best they get temporary results and often they get a huge and very costly surprise. With modern air conditioning, what you may not know can cost you dearly.
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Transmissions: Repair, Replace or Rebuild
When a transmission fails, there are multiple ways the problem may be addressed. Knowing your options may help you decide which is the best for you and what is the difference.
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When Things Go Wrong
When having a vehicle repaired problems sometimes occur. When they do, the difference in an excellent and a less than excellent company are quite apparent. The way in which a client voices their complaint may also have a great influence on the outcome.
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