Category Archives: Tips & Tricks

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How to Pick the Right Car for You?

Tips for Finding the Right Car for You

Picking the right car for you can be a daunting task with so many choices on the market. In this blog by the Bluff Road Auto Sales LLC dealership in Columbia, SC, we dig deeper into ways for finding the right car for you. It involves many steps, from determining your budget to considering your needs and wants. With research and planning, it will surely get more manageable.

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Importance of Regular Vehicle Maintenance

Why Should You Do Regular Vehicle Maintenance?

Purchasing a car is a huge investment. If you want to get the most out of your car, keep yourself on top of its maintenance schedule. Cars are no longer a luxury. They have become an integral part of our daily lives. There are days when we spend more time in the cars than at home. Regular vehicle maintenance is mandatory to maintain the overall well-being of your car for a long time. Keep reading this blog by Bluff Road Auto Sales LLC in Columbia, SC, to learn more about the importance of regular vehicle maintenance.

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How to use the front and rear windshield wipers in a Ford vehicle?

Activating the front and rear windshield wipers in a Ford vehicle

If you’re planning to purchase a used Ford vehicle in the Columbia area, consider checking out our inventory at Bluff Auto Sales. We have an extensive lineup of cars from various manufacturing dates for you to select. One of the most important features of a vehicle is the windshield wiper. It’s a system that ensures clear visibility in both the front windshield and rear window. Some vehicles have a wiper setting activated only when the driver manually selects the desired wiper speed. Others might have a rain-sensing wiper technology that automatically detects water on the windshield, and the system activates by itself. In this video provided by Bluff Road Auto Sales, you can learn how to set up and activate your Ford vehicle’s front and rear windshield wipers.

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What Are Some Must-have Features of a Perfect Family Vehicle?

5 Must-have Features of a Perfect Family Vehicle 

Over the past few years, technology has evolved appreciably, giving family vehicles a new dimension. It has launched vehicles with more capability on the road & additional features inside. Here are five standard details you should consider for your family vehicle. We are here to guide you. Keep reading the blog post by Bluff Road Auto Sales blog post, Columbia, SC, to learn about the must-have features of a perfect family vehicle.  

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Video: How Do I Know It’s Time to Replace My Tires?

Watch This Video to Learn When is the Right Time to Replace Your Car Tires 

Your tires must function properly and offer a secure grip in every circumstance. The tires need frequent maintenance in order to accomplish this. Today, our team at Bluff Road Auto Sales in Columbia, SC, is presenting a video discussing the warning indicators that will let you know when a tire change is necessary. So how do you determine when it’s time to replace your tires? Keep Scrolling to Know More! 

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Video: How to Replace Your Car’s Brake Pads

Watch this video illustrating the step-by-step process of how to replace your car’s brake pads 

Many parts of your car will be subject to wear and tear after consistent usage over an extended time period. Brakes are one of the most essential parts of your vehicle, and if the brake pads aren’t replaced promptly, it could lead to unfortunate incidents on the road. Squeaking or squealing noise coming from brakes, a deep grinding metal sound, or a vibrating brake pedal are the common signs that indicate that it’s time to replace your brake pads. Today, our team at Bluff Road Auto Sales in Columbia, SC, is presenting a video illustrating how to replace your car’s brake pads. 

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How to Increase the Fuel Efficiency of Your Car

Tips to Improve the Fuel Efficiency of Your Car

Fuel prices are rapidly rising every year. The only way you can save some money is by improving your car’s fuel efficiency. You will be surprised to know how by merely inculcating small changes, you can dramatically improve your car’s fuel efficiency. Even though electric vehicles have entered the market, gas vehicles are still here to stay and dominate the world of transportation. While we have no control over rising fuel prices, we can surely do our part to increase our cars’ fuel mileage. Keep reading this blog by the Bluff Road Auto Sales LLC dealership in Columbia, SC, to learn more about different ways to improve your car’s fuel efficiency.

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