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No car buyer deserves to be swindled on a used car lot. One of the best ways to avoid being deceived about the price of a particular car is to go into a potential car buying situation armed with plenty of knowledge. That is why our team at Charlie's Pre-Owned wants to make sure that you know all about how to properly haggle the price of a used car.

First, you should always start with a lower offer than you are willing to pay. There will undoubtedly be some negotiating and the price will go up. Second, never be…

People who do manage to remove the badge have another issue on their hands. The type of issue they may have depends on the type of badge that they have on their vehicle. If you have a badge that is clipped on, then you may have to take it to an auto mechanic to have it taken care of.

One thing that you have to do after removing the badge is that you have to clean up anything that is left over. The type of residue that is left over from the badge depends on plenty of factors. One way…

We here at Charlie's Pre-Owned understand the importance of learning about your newest truck. When you’re ready to use your pickup, equipping it with the right truck bed cover can make it ready for the job.

Tonneuau Truck bed covers come in a variety of styles and materials. Canvas styles provide a cover option that can easily be removed. If you need to lock cover, another option may be better.

Roll and fold-up bed covers can be another Tonneau truck bed cover option. These can fold up to give access to the bed and can be locked to…

Car batteries last for about three to five years, but exposure to extreme temperatures can shorten that lifespan. It's important to check your car battery once per month so that you can avoid an unexpected surprise when you're in a hurry to leave. To check the battery, you need a voltmeter.

Connect the voltmeter's red lead to the battery's positive terminal. Connect the voltmeter's black lead to the car battery's negative terminal. A reading of 12.4 to 12.6 indicates a good battery. A reading of less than 12.4 means that it…

Bicyclists ride on many of the same roads you do, and they have a right to safe travels. As a motorist, there are things you can do to help ensure the road is safer for both you and the cyclist

Staying alert is one of the best ways to stay safe on any road. As you know, distracted driving is dangerous. You probably already keep a watchful eye out for other vehicles and potential hazards, so just add cyclists to the list. Another tip is to follow posted speed limits, and slow down when you see people on bikes, walking…

If you are like many people, you may suffer motion sickness when traveling in a car. There are some strategies you can employ to prevent motion sickness when riding in a car.

One tactic you can use to prevent motion sickness is to take the role of driver rather than ride as a passenger. Many people find that they do not suffer motion sickness in a car when they are at the wheel.

You also need to pay attention to what you eat and drink before beginning a road trip as a means of preventing motion sickness. Avoid heavy and…

Sometimes, you might need to tow a load. While doing your own towing is convenient, it is important that you take precautions to stay safe. One important action to take when towing is to confirm the towing capacity of your vehicle. Your owner's manual or the manufacturer's website should have this information.

Make sure that any trailer you tow with your vehicle has synchronized brake, tail and turning lights. The lights should match up to the lights on your vehicle. Before you get on the road, do a walk around the trailer while another person activates the different…

It is very important that you know the difference between payload capacity and towing capacity. If you exceed either one of these, you can cause permanent damage to your vehicle. It isn't hard to understand the difference between the two.

Payload capacity is how much your vehicle can hold inside and in the truck bed combined. It it the total weight that the vehicle can contain. Towing capacity refers to the total amount of weight that your vehicle is able to pull. Usually, your vehicle will have more towing capacity than payload capacity. Placing too much payload weight in…

The crew at Charlie's Pre-Owned wanted to pass along a few helpful tips to reduce glare while you are driving behind the wheel on the road.

If you don't have a pair already, today would be a good day to invest in a solid pair of polarized sunglasses. The lenses in those glasses will reflect most of the light and allow you to see the road without having to squint. The light cannot pierce the glasses so you can drive without being blinded suddenly.

Another thing you can do to increase your safety when sun glare is affecting…

You may think touch up paint does not have many uses, but touch up paint is more powerful than you think. In fact, many vehicles that have been in a crash were fully fixed with touch up paint. This is especially true during situations where a vehicle is scratched or dented.

Touch up paint is also good when paint chips off the car. This can be due to an accident, rust, or just because the car is beginning to get old. Once the touch up paint touches the car, it immediately makes the car look brand new.

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