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A car engine is comprised of many parts, and each contributes to its proper function. The belts and hoses in your engine play critical roles to keeping your vehicle on the move. Here's a rundown of what you should know about belts and hoses from the Terry Clearance Center team .

The serpentine belt is the primary belt that runs such components as the water pump, air conditioner compressor, power steering pump and the alternator. Take time to inspect belts at least every three months or 3,000 miles.

Experiencing a blowout to your tire when driving can be a serious safety hazard. While it can happen around Lynchburg or far from home, there are ways to lower the risk. Follow these tips for how to avoid a tire blowout to stay as safe as possible.

One of the best ways to prevent tire damage is to always maintain proper pressure. Check your pressure at least once a month to be sure you're in line with recommended levels for your specific vehicle.

Are you getting ready to finance a vehicle? When applying for a loan, you'll likely come across several finance terminologies. Today we're going to share a few terms that's important to the finance process: 

• Down payment: A down payment is the cash you pay to the seller or dealer that goes to the total price of the vehicle. The greater your down payment, the less money you'll need to borrow from the lender.
• Interest rate: An interest rate reflects how much money you pay annually to borrow money. When obtaining a car loan, the interest rate…

If you have an iPhone, you've likely heard of Apple CarPlay. CarPlay is a safer and smarter way to use you iPhone while driving in your vehicle. For drivers, integrating CarPlay is an excellent way to take your ride to the next level. Read on to learn more about what CarPlay is and just why you need it for your vehicle. 

What is Apple CarPlay?

There are several things you can achieve when you have CarPlay hooked up to your vehicle. Drivers can easily find directions, make phone calls, receive messages, and listen to their favorite music. What's…

When shoppers in Lynchburg, VA are looking at vehicles to buy from Terry Clearance Center, the exterior is usually the first part they see. A vehicle that’s clean and free from scratches is going to get a lot more nods than one with a dingy, dirty, and scratched-up body. 

Owning an SUV is great because it gives you a lot of cargo space to work with. That said, it is important to load that space properly. Doing so will keep you and your gear safe when you head out of Lynchburg, VA

When we think of automotive filters, we generally think of oil filters. However, oil filters are not the only filters needed in your vehicle. Your vehicle also needs cabin and engine air filters. They both help keep your vehicle cabin and engine as clean and free from debris as possible.

Rainy weather can make Lynchburg, VA roads more treacherous. That's because wet roads are more difficult to grip than dry ones. Making a few adjustments to the way you drive can help you stay safe when it rains.

At Terry Clearance Center, we know how important it is to save money on fuel. We have gathered some tips on how you can increase your fuel efficiency and save money in Lynchburg.

Terry Clearance Center respectfully offers our Lynchburg, VA neighbors some ideas for teaching your teen about the overall cost of first car ownership.

Research The Cost Of Car Ownership

Teach your teen to research just how expensive owning a vehicle is going to be.