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What Should you Know about Renting a Car?

We spend a lot of time here at Avondale Nissan discussing the many ways that our lineup of Chevys, Fords and Lincolns can help make your vacation unforgettable. However, there are sometimes vacations where you won’t be taking a car of your own — you know, like if you fly somewhere and then have to rent a car. If this is the case, what should you know about renting a car? We at Avondale Nissan have a few helpful tips for you!

What Should You Know when your Car is Recalled?

If there has been a pretty obvious through-line for the automotive industry in the last decade or so, it’s been that recalls are more common than ever. This doesn’t necessarily mean that cars aren’t being built with less quality than before; rather, it simply means that there is more oversight than there has ever been. This added oversight has made it more common for there to be fixes after the point of purchase, and we do many of these fixes right here at Avondale Nissan. So, what should you know when your car is recalled?

When is it Time to Get Rid of an Old Car?

Saying goodbye to anything you care about is hard. Among our staff at Avondale Nissan, we’ve had to bury pets, parents and crappy marriages. By and large, everyone has, at some point, had to cut bait with something they love. And so it is with cars as well; we love our cars, but they eventually get old and have to be replaced. So when is it time to get rid of an old car? Here are a few signs that your best years are behind you, and that you should check out our inventory at Avondale Nissan.

Kick Back with these Labor Day Events in the Phoenix Area!

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It’s only a few weeks away from Labor Day at Avondale Nissan, that rare time of year when we take a break from welcoming models such as the 2016 Nissan Maxima and just kick our feet up to relax. Our interests here are pretty diverse, just like the Phoenix area itself. So, what to do this Labor Day weekend? Here are a few Labor Day events in the Phoenix area for you to consider, from your pals here at Avondale Nissan!

How do you Keep your Leather Seats from Cracking in the Heat?

2020 Kia Sportage Clear White Pearl side view

As we say again and again, the process of owning a vehicle is something that is a continual work in progress. You buy a vehicle, and as it ages, certain parts need a little attention here and there. It’s as annoying as it is common, isn’t it? One of the things that can sneak up on a driver (especially in the Arizona heat) is cracking or dried-out leather, a problem that might be an issue if you drive one of the many Nissan models with leather upholstery. So, how do you keep your leather seats from cracking in the heat? Here’s what to know.

Care for your Car Year-Round at Avondale Nissan!

A funny thing about writing as frequently as we do about auto service is that, for better or worse, it’s a year-round thing. So, while we certainly can suggest tips for maintaining your vehicle on a seasonal basis, it often makes more sense to figure out how you can make your service a year-round affair. The best way to do this is to break it down into warmer and colder months, and to then use this simple guide to care for your car year-round. For all of your service needs, visit us at Avondale Nissan, and have safe travels out there!

Five Common Reasons that a Check Engine Light comes on

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In your automotive life, few things are quite so dreaded as the orange glow of a “check engine” light. What does it all mean? Do I need to take my car in right away? My car doesn’t feel any different than it did just a couple of days ago! The truth is, a check engine light can turn on for literally dozens of different reasons, some major, some minor. Here are the five most common reasons that a check engine light turns on, each of which might require a visit to us here at Avondale Nissan.

Get to Know the Nissan Xtronic CVT

The last decade or so has been extremely exciting at Nissan dealerships nationwide, and for a reason that might not be immediately obvious. However, the 2002 shift from automatic transmissions toward the now-popular Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission (or CVT, for you cool kids out there) was one that has had seismic ramifications throughout the auto industry, and it’s led to a lot of questions from drivers from all areas. So know we at Avondale Nissan are here to help you get to know the Nissan Xtronic CVT, now available in models across the entire Nissan lineup.

Feeling the Grind? Five Signs of Transmission Problems

When you think of Avondale Nissan, what comes to mind? For most people, it’s legendary models like the Maxima and Titan, both of which have been fully revised for 2016. However, for still more motorists, the need for auto service is also of major significance, which is why we dedicate a whole section of our blog to auto service. Don’t believe us? Well, here it is. And today, we’re going to continue the service parade with a look at signs of transmission problems. Any sound familiar? If so, you’d better hightail it to Avondale Nissan!