Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

Navigating on a road trip.

Things to do Take care of During a Long Drive: A Driver’s Checklist

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Top 3 Safety Tips During a Long Drive  

Road trips are enjoyable. A long drive with music and companions by your side can take you to a thrilling new universe and allow you to escape from your everyday life briefly. Everyone enjoys them periodically, whether you’re a professional man in your mid-50s or a college student who appreciates long drives. Drivers must exercise extra caution when in charge of their vehicles for intervals longer than a half-hour. Driver weariness is a major factor in accidents since it is challenging to operate a vehicle for a prolonged period. There are various strategies to stay safe and awake while operating a vehicle for an extended period. Keep reading this blog by the Autos of Dallas dealership in Plano, TX, to learn the top 3 safety drips during a long drive.  

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Customer and salesperson on a car lot.

What to Check Before Taking a Test Drive

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Things to Remember While Test Driving a Car  

Purchasing a new car is one of the most common milestones of one’s life, particularly if it is your first car. This entire buying process brings a lot of excitement about going out and looking at your options. However, getting the right car for you is not quite simple. You cannot rush it; this process takes a lot of planning, research, and introspection. The easiest way to get the vehicle of your choice is by test-driving a few makes and models. Test driving a car is a skill; you will enjoy it if you learn it well. In this blog, the Autos of Dallas team in Plano, TX, have put together a few points to help you learn how to test drive a vehicle properly. Continue reading below to learn more.  

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An SUV driving safely on a snowy road.

How to Drive Safely During the Winters

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5 Ways to Drive Safely During the Winters

The Winter season has its own charm. It carries a spirit of festivals and merriment. There is nothing more comforting than putting on your favorite sweater and having a bowl of warm soup while watching the beautiful snow fall outside. However, for a driver, it is quite a challenging time of the year. Severe winter can make it dangerous. During the night, fog settles down, thereby causing reduced visibility. This might lead to accidents. Keep reading this blog by the Autos of Dallas dealership in Plano, TX, to learn how to drive safely during the winter.

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Interior of a BMW sedan.

What is the Fastest Way to Cool Down the Interior of Your BMW with Air Conditioning?

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How To Cool Down the Interior of Your BMW Fast 

Summer is on its way in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and you know that that means – HEAT. You can count on temperatures hitting the triple digits in the middle of summer and it is important to know how to cool down the interior of your BMW fast. Learn a little bit more about how to operate the BMW 3 Series climate control system with this step-by-step guide and how-to video. Find a pre-owned luxury car for more summer fun today when you visit the Autos of Dallas online inventory! 

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A man driving a manual transmission vehicle.

Automatic vs Manual Transmission: Which Fits You Best?

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Differences Between an Automatic Transmission and Manual Transmission 

Are you looking for a pre-owned luxury car that fits your driving style? Are you unsure of what type of transmission you should get? Learn more about the differences between an automatic transmission and a manual transmission and find the right fit today at Autos of Dallas. 

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A person maintaining the interior of their car during the COVID lockdown.

10 Tips and Tricks to Maintain Your Car During the Coronavirus Lockdown

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How Much Should You Drive Your Car During Coronavirus Quarantine? 

Are you stuck at home in the Dallas-Fort Worth area during the COVID-19 lockdown? Are you ordering food from your favorite restaurants? Have you been using Instacart to get the groceries you need? If that sounds about right – chances are you are not doing much driving in your Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Not only is it a shame to not drive that automotive masterpiece, but sitting idle for too long can have a negative impact on your car, truck or crossover and many drivers want to know – how much should you drive your car during Coronavirus quarantine? Find out with Autos of Dallas! 

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The HUD in a Mercedes.

How Does the Mercedes-Benz Head-Up Display Work?

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How To Use the Mercedes-Benz Head-Up Display 

Driver Education 101 – keep your eyes on the road. Mercedes-Benz models equipped with the innovative color Head-Up Display will provide you with important information – current speed, navigation, traffic signs and cruise control speeds – projected on the windshield at eye level. Learn how to use the Mercedes-Benz Head-Up Display with this quick step-by-step how-to guide created by Autos of Dallas. Find a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz C-Class that will fit your budget when you visit the Autos of Dallas inventory! 

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The Mercedes Benz digital dashboard.

Step-By-Step Instructions to Personalize the Digital Dashboard in Your Mercedes-Benz

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How To Customize the Mercedes-Benz Digital Dashboard 

Mercedes-Benz represents premium automotive luxury and technology at every turn. Next-generation Mercedes-Benz models like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class take technology to the next level with an available 12.3-inch Digital Dashboard that can be customized to fit your style with Classic, Progressive and Sport themes. Add the ability to select what information is displayed and you can personalize your pre-owned Mercedes-Benz from Autos of Dallas. Learn how to customize the Mercedes-Benz Digital Dashboard with this quick step-by-step guide and how-to video. Find a Mercedes-Benz outfitted with the Digital Dashboard today when you visit the Autos of Dallas inventory! 

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One of the places where DFW residents can get takeout during the Coronavirus quarantine.

Where To Order Takeout and Delivery From During the Coronavirus Quarantine in DFW

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Top 10 Best Delivery and Takeout Restaurants in Dallas and Fort Worth 

Are you stuck at home practicing social distancing? Maybe you are not the best cook? Maybe you are just tired of eating mac ‘n’ cheese at home? Order a gourmet meal from this list of the top 10 best delivery and takeout restaurants in Dallas and Fort Worth or use your favorite FREE delivery app and enjoy a delicious restaurant-cooked meal in the comfort of your home.  

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A man disinfecting the interior of a car.

Learn How To Clean and Disinfect Your Car to Reduce the Risk of Coronavirus

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How To Clean and Disinfect the Inside of Your Car 

Did you know that the average American spends 51.1 minutes in their car each day? That translates to a lot of germs inside your Mercedes-Benz C-Class and with the threat of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) – it is important to know how to clean and disinfect the inside of your car. With a few quick tips and tricks, you can disinfect the inside of your car and reduce the risk of Coronavirus.  

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