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Detroit Auto Show

Our Military Car Lot team will be traveling to Detroit next week for the 2013 North American International Auto Show. We will be attending the Industry Preview session on Thursday, 17 Jan to meet and greet our car manufacturing leaders. We look forward to sharing our experiences and observations with you!  A whole lot will be happening at this year’s show with about 42 vehicles making their worldwide debut. 

Be a Hero by Cracking Down on Drunk Driving

Despite it being one of the most unpleasant things to have to talk about, drunk driving affects every single one of us.  Statistically speaking, 1 person is likely to be killed in an alcohol-related crash before I finish writing this article.  Think about how deep that is!  Before the beginning of the new year, hundreds of families will morn the loss of loved ones taken by drunk drivers.  For them, New Year’s will be grim, quiet and marked as a time for sadness in place of celebration.  Unfortunately, people dying due to drunk driving is nothing new.

A Big Thank You from MilitaryCarLot.com

2012 was a fantastic year for us in which we never could have fathomed the amount of growth that we achieved.  Looking back at the goals that we set for ourselves last January, it is really exciting to see how much we have exceeded each and every one of them.  Admittedly, we worked very hard to accomplish what we did.  However, hard work will only get you so far and then you find yourself at the mercy of the market.  You guys really came through for us.  It is because of you that we were able to grow as we have and we thank you for that!

Driving Safe in Winter Weather: Conquer the Elements!

How many times have you had to drive to work through the snow and ice?  Aside from being merely unpleasant, this is at times incredibly dangerous if not approached with caution.  Having driven to work this morning on roads layered with ice and snow, I feel compelled to offer all of you a friendly reminder of what you should watch out for.

The Triple C Approach to Selling Your Car Faster than Jessie James Can Draw a Six Shooter!

If you’re wondering if it is indeed possible to sell your car faster than Jessie James can sling a six shooter, I might as well be fair and tell you that it is highly unlikely.  Nevertheless, using my infamous Triple C approach for selling a car may truly surprise you.  This approach is best applied to cars that are already in good-overall condition.  The Triple C represents Care, Clean and Carfax.  Let’s jump into it.  I’ll explain it to you so we can sell your car already!

A Handy To-Do List to Maximize Your Car Sale Potential

1)   Post as many photos as possible:  It is a known fact that car ads containing at least one photo generally sell faster than ads that lack photos.  The chances of selling your car increase in direct correspondence with the amount of pictures that you include.  To achieve your maximum sales potential, there are five different image profiles that you should include:  Front, left and right sides, rear and interior.

Make a Difference in a Child’s Life this Holiday Season with Toys for Tots

In the lives of children, the holiday season is an important time in which a child is impacted positively or negatively.  This is the time when memories are made. Imagine what it would be like for a child to know only sadness during the holidays?  As the military community, we have a very special and unique opportunity to ensure that the holiday season will be remembered as a time of jubilation and celebration to underprivileged children across the world! Dating all the way back to 1947, the Toys for Tots Foundation has been bringing joy to children every christmas season.

Using MILES to Get a Great Auto Loan: Overcome Low Credit!

It’s no secret that buying a car costs $$$.  We’re talking an amount of green that many of us don’t have in the piggy bank either.  When it’s time to find a car, it’s likely the time to find a loan.  If you’re looking to find a car that’s not a $500 beater, going the loan route just might be the only option for you.  If you have never gone through the process of getting a loan, it’s not impossible but you’ve got to be careful.

Teens Dying in Car Crashes: How to Prevent Your Teen Driver from Making the Headlines

Auto accidents are never expected.  It’s almost as if the notion of even being involved in an accident exists in someone else’s universe.  And yet when it happens, when it affects you, it will rock your world.  All throughout 2012, I have had to hear the news of how yet another teenager was killed in a car accident.  Very recently, 3 teen girls from my community were killed in a car accident.  I’ve personally known young people killed in car accidents and it is so heart breaking to see a life end when there was so much that had yet to be lived.

Where to Find the Best Military Discounts on Cars

If I am in the market for buying a car, the first thing my mind gravitates to is DISCOUNTS!  Assuming that you like to save $$$ as much as I do, let’s get started on our journey of sniffing out the sales.  The first step in finding the best military discounts on cars is knowing who offers what.  From what I’ve found thus far, here is a list of the top car manufacturers that have got your back:

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