Find a Deal on a Used Late-Year Hyundai

Hyundai is a company known for its fuel-efficient and economically reasonable vehicles. Purchasing a new Hyundai is not always an option for every buyer, and Philpott Pre-Owned Super Center wants them to check out the late-year pre-owned Hyundai in our inventory. Finding a more recent Elantra or Accent in the lineup provides a chance to locate a sedan or hatchback at an affordable price.

 

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See the Used Ford Pickup Truck Inventory

Ford made a name for itself among pickup truck buyers by providing solid models that meet consumer expectations. The F-150 shows the world how to make a light-duty, full-size truck that has the capability, performance, safety and technology features customers want. Philpott Pre-Owned Super Center intends to show buyers that getting a good deal on a Ford truck is possible when shopping in our used inventory.

 

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Shopping for Late Model Used Toyotas Locally

At Philpott Pre-Owned Super Center, we offer a wide array of Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs. From the Toyota Sienna to the C-HR LE, our inventory provides residents of Nederland with many late-model Toyota options. Explore the RAV4 and test drive the Tacoma TRD.

Whether you need a full-size SUV or a sedan, Toyota manufactures it. Their Highlander XLE and Corolla prove popular local options in Nederland.

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The Easiest Way to Jump Start Another Car

When a car’s battery dies or fails to engage, jump starting it can get the driver back on the road. Jump starting a car means connecting jumper cables from your car’s active battery to the dead one. Here’s how to do it easily:

Red Clips: Attach one end to the dead battery's positive terminal, and the other to the working car battery's positive terminal.
Black Clips: Attach one black clip to the negative terminal on the good battery and the other black clip to a piece of unpainted metal not directly next to the dead…

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Don’t Believe These Motor Oil Myths

Oil is essential for any vehicle that runs on an internal combustion engine, but there are a surprising number of misconceptions about this essential automotive fluid!

One common myth is that synthetic oils cause leaks. When they first hit the market in 1970s, they were far from reliable. Today, they’re made from carefully crafted formulas and can deliver great performance.

Another motor oil myth is that automotive oil has to be thick. In older models, it may work better, but modern vehicles may work fine on thinner formulations, and they may even work better with thinner oil in some…

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Apple CarPlay Overview

If you are an iPhone user, then you can take advantage of Apple CarPlay. This is a type of software that allows you to control your phone with the infotainment system. Apple CarPlay is designed to reduce the instance of distracted driving. The apps that you use more frequently can be displayed on the screen. You won't have to pick up your phone while you are driving.

GPS navigation, text messaging, entertainment and audio are some of the apps that you can use with Apple CarPlay.

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Avoiding Hydroplaning

Whether it has just started raining in Nederland or it's been raining for hours, standing water on the road can cause you to hydroplane. One way to decrease the risk of this issue is to slow down in this type of weather. Avoid using cruise control when the roads are wet because some systems will automatically adjust the speed of your car, which can result in not getting proper traction on the road.

Avoid driving through puddles in Nederland as you don't know how deep they might be, especially if they are on the side of the road…

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The Importance of Washing Your Car

While you probably know how important regular maintenance is for your vehicle, you might not realize that washing your car regularly is just as crucial. Not only does washing your car keep it looking shiny and new, but it has plenty of other benefits. For one, it keep your car's body from rusting by removing road salt and other debris. It's also a lot easier to remove dead bugs and sap from your car when you wash it regularly. When these substances are allowed to sit on your car's body for too long, they become much harder…

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Belts And Hoses

The belts and hoses have to be in good shape in order for your vehicle to function the way that it should. There are two types of belts, which are the timing belt and serpentine belt. The timing belt is made out of rubber. It ensures that the camshaft and crankshaft are synched up properly. The timing belt is outside of the engine. The serpentine belt sends power to other parts of your vehicle such as the power steering pump, cooling fan and air conditioner compressor.

Timing belts typically last about 100,000 miles. The serpentine belt usually only lasts…

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