Most of us don’t know a whole lot about car insurance procedures and practices. So when you’ve ready to buy a brand new Chevy or Cadillac or a Joe Bowman used car, you’ll want to brush up on the finer points of a policy. Whatever car insurance policy you choose, remember, the idea isn’t to buy the cheapest or best […]

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Maintaining your vehicle means keeping up with brake service, fluid checks, oil changes, and tire rotations. Unless you stay on top of it, it’s easy to forget when your car needs what! At our Harrisonburg Chevy certified service center, we can help! Our technicians will provide you with a multi-point inspection about your vehicle’s mechanical condition. Plus, we have […]

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You’ve probably heard it both ways with car idling. No, it’s not harmful to let your car run for a while. And yes, it’s bad. Don’t do it! Our Harrisonburg auto center is here to clear up those misconceptions. The truth is that car idling isn’t really harmful to your car, but it does have consequences. First […]

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Whether you buy a used car or truck or a brand new one, one thing’s for sure. Your engine is the heartbeat of your vehicle! Investing in a newer or new vehicle is simply that, an investment. Do everything you can to extend the life of your car by avoiding these 5 common causes of engine problems. Lack of Regular Oil […]

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There have been a lot of advances in technology, but tread life is still finite, and it still varies by car and tire type, road and weather conditions, and driving aggressiveness. When it comes time to replace your tires, it pays to know your options. Usually, you’ll want to replace your tires with something similar. But you’ll also want […]

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Hard to believe but we are in the thick of another holiday season! That means packing up to head to grandma’s house. But that’s not the hardest part. For long distance driving, the hardest part is the road itself. Highway hypnosis can be quite common if you haven’t prepped in advance. In fact, more than 60% of […]

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Whether you’re new to buying a car or haven’t purchased one in a long time, it can be hard to know where to begin! All it really takes is a little research and planning to find the right new or used car for your lifestyle. And that’s key. Your research will determine whether buying a new car, […]

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We don’t have to tell you how important your tires are to your car. They are all that’s between you and the road! That’s why taking care of them requires attention seasonally, with the exception of tire pressure. It should be checked monthly. With summer behind us, it’s time to prepare your tires for the next season, […]

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Les Kelley, the owner of a successful used car dealership in the mid-teens of the 20th century, created lists of the cars he wanted to buy and how much he would pay for them. Then he began to send these lists to other banks and dealers. It became so valuable, that he eventually published the […]

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It’s exciting to buy a vehicle, whether it’s new or pre-owned! Here at Bowman Chevrolet, we’ve found over the years that buyers who come prepared are the most satisfied ones. Whether you buy from us or from another Harrisonburg car dealership, we encourage you to be an informed buyer. Here’s what we’ve found that makes for the happiest […]

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