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September 26, 2016
Published by Tamsen at September 26, 2016
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The abundance of trees in Omaha and the surrounding area make for some very scenic drives, particularly as leaves change color and fall to the […]
June 13, 2016
Published by Tamsen at June 13, 2016
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As the temperature soars outside, you need ways to negate the heat simmering in your parked car. A parked car’s temperature can soar rapidly, but […]
June 9, 2016
Published by Tamsen at June 9, 2016
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A rental can be a lot of fun because it lets you drive a different vehicle than you’re accustomed to. Whether you rent from necessity […]
May 24, 2016
Published by Tamsen at May 24, 2016
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Rain causes problems for drivers, whether it’s a light drizzle or a deluge. Give yourself extra time to reach your destination. That’s important because you […]
May 3, 2016
Published by Tamsen at May 3, 2016
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Of course, the best advice about driving in a hailstorm is “don’t.” But sometimes it’s unavoidable. What should you do if you drive into a […]
March 22, 2016
Published by Tamsen at March 22, 2016
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Buying a vehicle these days is a lot different than it once was. When you walk onto a car lot (assuming you visit a dealership […]
September 24, 2015
Published by Great Plains Auto Body at September 24, 2015
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Even though we’ve been told since childhood to wear a seat belt, many Americans don’t. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of […]
September 24, 2015
Published by Great Plains Auto Body at September 24, 2015
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Driving at night is always a bit difficult, even if you have excellent vision. No matter how attentive a driver you are, you always have […]
September 17, 2015
Published by Great Plains Auto Body at September 17, 2015
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When it comes to making big purchases, timing is key, especially when it comes to buying a new car. According to Market Watch, most car […]
September 15, 2015
Published by Great Plains Auto Body at September 15, 2015
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Consumer Reports says it best: the check engine light is the most misunderstood (and maybe the most frustrating) indicator on your dashboard, as the light […]
September 10, 2015
Published by Great Plains Auto Body at September 10, 2015
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This is a two-part series on sharing the road during harvest season. In our previous blog post, we discussed how farmers can alert other motorists […]
September 8, 2015
Published by Great Plains Auto Body at September 8, 2015
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As we transition into fall, it’s important to remember that more combines, tractors, and semis will be out on rural roads. With an increase of […]
