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Jan 25, 2021

Motor oil is crucial for your vehicle’s smooth running and long lasting performance. But the world of motor oils has become a bit more complex. Today, we have three main types of motor oil to choose from: conventional, synthetic, and synthetic blend. Should you use synthetic oil instead of conventional? If you’re still trying to understand the vast difference between […]

Jan 18, 2021

The road isn’t always smooth which is why so many truck owners turn to the Chevy Silverado. It has the off-road capability you need off the beaten path, which is why it’s in demand now more than ever. So how can it make your life easier? Here’s how America’s favorite truck stacks up. Strongest Silverado to Date […]

Jan 11, 2021

Here at our Harrisonburg car dealership, Joe Bowman Auto Plaza sells both new and used cars. Each has its advantages depending on your lifestyle and budget. For this post, we’ll focus on new car buying advantages. You Choose What You Want When you’re buying a new car or truck, you decide what you want on the vehicle. You decide […]

Jan 4, 2021

You know the feeling…Your gas gauge has just lit up giving you a low fuel warning. Can you make it to the pump in time? It happens to all of us at one time or another. Sometimes life gets busy and you forget how low your fuel has become, but driving on E is never good. Besides […]

Dec 28, 2020

Winter is hard on vehicles, and it’s hard on even the toughest trucks. That’s why it’s important to winterize a pickup truck, preparing it against frigid temperatures, ice, and snow. How? By following these simple tips. Antifreeze Check your antifreeze to make sure you have enough. Just do it before wintry weather strikes. Most trucks work just fine on […]

Dec 21, 2020

As a Harrisonburg used car dealer, we buy pre-owned cars all the time. We know firsthand that environmental assaults like bugs, dirt, and gravel can affect the looks of a brand new vehicle. That’s why we’re sharing our tips—some you might not have thought of—to help preserve the luster of your vehicle’s exterior. Knowing what kinds of […]

Dec 14, 2020

In the luxury car market? The new Cadillac CT4 offers plenty for the senses starting with a bold color-and-trim palate that features 11 color exterior options, and eight distinct interior colors including material and trim options. The CT4 lets you make a statement and stand head and shoulders above the crowd. With all-wheel drive available on all […]

Dec 7, 2020

When you buy a new car, you want it to look new for as long as possible. There are many ways to do that, but when it comes to the exterior taking care of your new car paint is a must. Maintaining your car from the very beginning can keep it looking brand new for as long as you own it. […]

Nov 23, 2020

When you’re ready to buy a good, used truck, one of the biggest questions that comes up is mileage. You want a truck that works well and doesn’t need constant fixing due to wear and tear. That’s why the number of miles on a truck can—to some extent—be a good barometer of the health of the vehicle. But it’s […]

Nov 16, 2020

If you bought a new car before 1980, winterizing it was necessary to keep it running in tip top shape throughout the winter. Today, it’s a different story. New vehicles don’t require extensive winterizing to perform at their best. You can thank advanced auto technology which allows a vehicle to start right up even in the coldest […]