If you don’t already, you should make sure to grab a simple tire pressure gauge and throw it in your center console or glove compartment so that you always have it. While there are advanced air pumps out there that do things automatically or display the pressure for you, you never know when that kind of technology won’t be available so it’s good to have a gauge just in case. With that PSA out of the way, are you unsure of what the recommended tire pressure for your vehicle is? We can give you a general rule of thumb in addition to advice on where to find the actual recommended pressure, so read on to learn more!
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If you’ve ever pumped gas, then you’ve probably seen all of the different buttons you can press when it prompts you to select your fuel grade. If you’re like many of us, you learned how to pump gas when you were a kid and your parents simply told you to press unleaded so that’s the way you’ve been doing things ever since. For the most part, that’s probably just fine. The vast majority of mainstream vehicles run on unleaded gasoline. But does it really matter which gas you use in your vehicle? And if it does, what are those other options for? Let’s dive into it today here on the blog.
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Shopping for a vehicle can be a stressful and confusing process, but here at Briggs Automotive we want to make everything about car buying and owning easier if we’re able. So, if you’re trying to figure out how to choose the right used vehicle to suit your needs, we’ve got a few easy steps you should consider before deciding on which vehicles you’re going to purchase. We assume you’ve already determined your budget, but it’s definitely a good idea to start there if you haven’t already. Once you’ve got that done, dive into the steps below to move through the process.
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Purchasing a used vehicle is ultimately the right answer for a lot of buyers because it potentially saves you a lot of money up front. Used vehicles are typically much less expensive than their new counterparts, but that’s often for a good reason. They’ve been used, and the more used they are the less expensive they are as well. However, this means you’ll have to take even better care of your vehicle to make sure it continues running smoothly. Whether you’ve got a gently used vehicle or one that already has six figures on the odometer, here are some maintenance tips to keep your used car in tip-top shape for as long as possible.
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While it isn’t available on every single vehicle in our online inventory, while browsing through what we have available you might notice a Capital One button that reads “Estimate Financing.” While you have other options to calculate payments or get pre-approval here on the Briggs Supercenter website, we wanted to highlight this alternative method to show you an easy way to estimate financing and potentially even pre-qualify for an auto loan with ease and leaving no impact on your credit score. Just click the button on whichever vehicle you’re interested in and you’re off to the races!
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If you’ve been paying attention to modern vehicles over the past few years, then you’ve surely noticed a whole slew of incredible new features and technologies that might not have even been dreamed of over a decade ago. This includes things like driver-assistive safety features, Alexa in-vehicle assistant, wireless phone charging and, of course, Wi-Fi Hotspots. That’s right, there are tons of cars on today’s market that offer Wi-Fi Hotspots built right into the vehicle. But, how exactly does that work? Since we’ve currently got over a hundred vehicles in stock with this feature, we thought we’d give you the rundown.
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Today is Valentine’s Day, so first of all… happy Valentine’s Day! But what that means is that St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. This year, the holiday takes place on Sunday, March 17th, 2024. So, if you’re looking for something to do, you’ve got about a month to make your plans. We thought we’d help by giving you the rundown on some of the activities & events we’re looking forward to right here in Manhattan, Kansas, and the surrounding area.
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Two of the most popular features found in vehicles over the past several years would have to be Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. While they might not be as crucial or important as some of the advancements that have come in, say, advanced driver assistance, they’re every bit as popular amongst drivers and passengers. In more recent years, wireless versions of the two technologies have been released. So, what exactly is the difference between wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto? Let’s dive into it!
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