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Warmer spring weather in Phoenix also often brings sudden spring storms. These storms can cause water to accumulate on the road. If you speed through standing water in your car, you could end up hydroplaning. This is when your car is gliding along on the water, and you don't have any steering control. Here are some basic tips from Bueno Used Cars to help you avoid this scary situation.

The most important tip is to make sure you slow down when the roads are wet. Driving slower will help your tires grip the road better so that they can…

While we love our furry friends, we do not always love what they leave behind. Pet hair can be especially frustrating in a vehicle when it gets into every nook and cranny. Rather than leaving your pet at home, however, you can follow a few steps to reduce the amount of fur that gets left in your car.

Preventing fur from getting into your car in the first place is going to be easier than getting it out once it is there. For that reason, the team at Bueno Used Cars recommends keeping up on your animal's grooming. A…

Driving around Phoenix with a little one in tow makes finding the right car seat for your child a top priority. Car seats are sized based on a child's weight and height, so ensuring you're selecting the appropriate-sized car seat will improve the safety of your child in the event of an accident. Along with differing sizes and configurations, car seats have different methods of attachment. You can typically slide the car seat belt through the back or lap of a car seat or opt for integrated LATCH hook installation in newer vehicles.

Some car seats can be…

Maintaining the cleanliness of your car's engine helps to ensure its longevity and performance, as well as reduce any risks associated with damage or breakdowns. Cleaning the engine can help to prevent corrosion and rusting.

You don't need to be a certified mechanic to clean your engine; it's actually quite easy and straightforward. Open the hood and make sure the engine is cool before you begin. If it has been running recently, wait a few hours until it has cooled down completely. Once the engine is cool, you can begin the cleaning process. 

To install a child safety seat in your vehicle, you first need to figure out where the seat will be. The safest place is usually in the middle of the back seat, but that isn't always an option. If you can't place your child seat in the center seating position, either the driver's side or the passenger's side will do. Try to choose the position that you think is safest.

Next, determine whether or not your car seat allows for LATCH installation. This stands for Lower Anchor and Tether for Children.

Auto-dimming rearview mirrors use special electrochromic technology to reduce glare from the headlights of cars behind the vehicle. The mirror is coated with a layer of transparent material that darkens when an electrical current passes through it. When the current stops, the mirror returns to its original state.

These mirrors can detect visible light and ultraviolet rays from the headlights of the vehicles behind you. When it detects a certain level of light, an electrical current is created and sent through the mirror’s coating, causing it to darken. This 

Owning a car could be costly, so lowering ownership expenses may make things less expensive for Phoenix drivers. Improving fuel economy is one such step. Take that as a reason why it is vital to change a vehicle's motor oil on time. Dirty, aged motor oil might reduce fuel economy more than believed.

Perhaps requesting an engine cleaning would be wise. Oil sludge in the engine could reduce fuel economy considerably.

Another factor that could impact fuel economy is the weight inside the vehicle. An overloaded car will burn more fuel to power the engine, increasing fuel costs. 

Start by gathering all the necessary cleaning supplies, including a bucket of water, car soap, a sponge or wash cloth, tire cleaner, glass cleaner, and a microfiber towel.

Begin by rinsing off the entire exterior of the car with water to remove any loose dirt or debris. Next, mix a small amount of car soap with water in the bucket and dip the sponge or wash cloth into the solution. Use the sponge or wash cloth to wash the car, starting from the top and working your way down.

When thinking about buying your teen their first vehicle, it is important to make sure that you have a budget and a good idea of what type of vehicle to purchase your teen. The team at Bueno Used Cars can help you come up with a good budget as well as an idea about the type of vehicle your teenager needs.

When considering a budget for your teenager's vehicle, it is important to consider all of the costs of the vehicle. Also, will your teen purchase a vehicle outright, lease a vehicle, or apply for financing? Many teenagers may…

If you're trying to get your car shiny while detailing the exterior or even the inside, there are some easy tips to keep in mind. Try to dry any glass that you clean in different directions in order to get rid of some of the streaks that you might see while traveling in Phoenix. A microfiber towel is beneficial to have on hand to remove any loose dirt along with being gentle on glass.

While you're cleaning the exterior, you want to frequently rinse your sponge or cloth to prevent streaks of dirt from adhering to the paint…