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Does the 2020 Mazda3 have AWD?
Monday, February 3rd, 2020
2020 Mazda3 Drivetrain Options
AWD is a highly desirable feature, especially in places where drivers have to contend with tough conditions. Heavy rain, snow, ice, mud, you name it. So, when a vehicle offers an AWD option, it instantly appeals to a wider market. As such, when looking to buy a new vehicle, many prospective buyers try to find vehicles with AWD. It’s pretty common for many SUVs and crossovers to have the option. It’s a little more special when sedans, hatchbacks, and the like have it, though. So then…
Does the 2020 Mazda3 have AWD?
(more…)Why is the SRS light on in my Mazda CX-5?
Monday, January 6th, 2020
Why Your Mazda Vehicle’s Air Bag Warning Light is On
When warning lights come on, it’s stressful. When they stay on, it’s even more stressful. No vehicle is immune from mechanical failures, especially when they’re driven a lot. But even new vehicles sometimes have things go wrong. That being said…
Why is the SRS light on in my Mazda CX-5?
(more…)2019 Mazda CX-5 Trim Differences
Thursday, November 7th, 2019
2019 Mazda CX-5 Side-by-Side Trim Comparison
The Mazda CX-5 has been one of the best-selling SUVs of 2019. Even at a glance, it’s easy to see why. The CX-5 is one attractive vehicle, but it also has the performance and build-quality to back that up. It combines the unrivaled athleticism that Mazda is famous for with the classiness of something more reminiscent of a European luxury vehicle. All at an affordable price point.
Honestly, the hardest thing about choosing a CX-5 is which trim level you should get. There’s a lot of features offered at higher tiers that aren’t readily apparent to the casual onlooker. Let us walk you through some 2019 Mazda CX-5 trim differences. (more…)
Is it safe to buy a used Volkswagen with an emissions fixed TDI engine?
Friday, October 25th, 2019
Safety of the Volkswagen TDI post-Emissions Modification
You may remember ‘Dieselgate,’ the recall issued for turbocharged diesel engines on select German automobiles like Audi and Volkswagen. It was a scandal that caused Volkswagen to issue a buyback policy for various 2009-2015 models. Many of those models have now found their way back to used sales lots. For environmentally conscious drivers and diesel engine enthusiasts alike, the question remains…
Is it safe to buy a used Volkswagen with an emissions fixed TDI engine? (more…)
Is the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan good off-road?
Saturday, October 19th, 2019
4Motion AWD and Traction Control on the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan
Getting stuck sucks. It always happens when you least expect it or have somewhere to be. Whether you’re driving through muddy terrain to get to your destination or you’re in the ditch because you had to swerve to avoid an accident, you still want to be able to get to where you need to be.
So, is the 2019 VW Tiguan good off-road? (more…)
Do cars have to undergo periodic safety tests in Wisconsin?
Wednesday, September 4th, 2019
Some states require period safety inspections on vehicles to keep their roads safe. After all, a defective vehicle can bring trouble and terror to the vicinity of even the most cautious driver. Does Wisconsin require its vehicles to undergo periodic safety tests? (more…)