Get to Know Infotainment Systems

You will find a rich selection of infotainment systems within our inventory of new vehicles at Ruxer Truck Center. If you're not sure about what an infotainment system includes, we're happy to explain.

Once, the roads around Jasper were crowded with vehicles sporting radios with CD players in their dashes. These were the predecessors of today's infotainment systems. Where you once found that radio, you now see an interactive touchscreen.

Expect to gain infotainment features as you climb up through a model's trim levels. If an entry trim has an infotainment system, 

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How to Clean Your Car Quickly

Many people spend hours cleaning their car. However, it is possible for you to clean it in half the time. You can clean your car quickly by using either a garden hose or a pressure washer. If you decide to use a hose, then it needs to have a spray gun extension. You will also need some shampoo, wash mitt and microfiber towel.

Apply the shampoo to the car and then spray your car. You can use a microfiber towel in order to dry off your vehicle.

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Refinancing vs. trading in your car

Did you know there’s an easier way to get into a new car if you want to trade in your vehicle? You don’t have to refinance unless you really want to keep your car. If you have a vehicle with high car payments equaling 40 to 50% of your monthly budget, then it may be time to refinance or trade in your vehicle.

However, refinancing doesn’t always work. Your interest rate may be lowered after a certain period, but you’ll likely spend less time and money by choosing a new car and trading in your vehicle…

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Low-Mileage Oil-Change Intervals

Being a low mile driver means that you drive your car for fewer miles than others. When you go fewer kilometers, you shall save on money and time spent on maintenance.

You shall be able to skip several maintenance tips during maintenance and continue to keep your car in good shape. Low mileage drivers clock less than 40 miles daily. They also fall into the below categories:

  1. Those who regularly use public transportation
  2. Those living close to work
  3. Retired people and no longer commute to work
  4. Those who have an extra vehicle

Below are few tips to consider if you…

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Tips for Cleaning Your Tires

It’s easy to clean your car’s tires when you have the right tools and cleaners. You definitely don’t want to use any agents with chemicals that will strip away the conditioner and protectant sealing in your car tires. These include dish soaps with caustic degreasing agents. Instead, you’ll want to find a cleaner that is labeled safe for all car wheels.

To clean in the nooks and crannies of your tires, you can use a stiff bristled brush, such as a nylon brush. These work with tire cleaning agents to get all of the dirt and…

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Stay Away from Hydroplaning by Using These Tips

Hydroplaning is a scary experience, and if you want to avoid it, you should have a better idea of what makes vehicles to hydroplane. Ruxer Truck Center, we're here to help you stay safer on the road. We know what an uncomfortable feeling not being in control of your vehicle is because it happens to everyone every once in a while. So if you want to stay in control whenever you're on the road, follow these tips to avoid hydroplaning.

First of all, make sure that you are driving at a reasonable rate for the weather. When there…

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Easy-To-Do Tips for Cleaning Your Car's Engine

A clean engine is very beneficial for identifying oil leaks and preventing external engine parts from becoming too difficult to remove when repairs are needed. It's an easy do-it-yourself task. Here's how Ruxer Truck Center suggests that drivers in Jasper clean their car's engine.

Items needed:

  • Can of Degreaser
  • Scrub Brush
  • Garden Hose
  • Running Water

The first thing that you must do is remove the negative battery cable. 

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Mufflers & Exhausts

The mufflers are used to quiet the loud sounds that your vehicle makes. It is located inside of your exhaust system. You can find in the back of your vehicle towards the bottom of it. The exhaust system also helps reduce the amount of noise that your vehicle makes. It also helps keep the harmful fumes away from the vehicle. Additionally, the exhaust system can help improve engine performance. This will reduce the amount of money that you spend on gas.

There are numerous signs that indicate that something is wrong with your muffler. For example, you may notice that…

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Signs Your Tires Need to be Replaced

Replacing your tires is the best way to prevent a flat tire and getting stuck on the side of the road, but how do you know when your tires are about to fail? It can be dangerous to drive on failing tires, particularly when you notice excessive vibrating. This common warning sign of a failing tire means that your tires are misaligned or there could be a bulge in your tire.

Bulging tires are dangerous to drive on, particularly at higher speeds. If you notice your steering wheel vibrates or that your car pulls to one side, you’re dangerously…

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When to Get Fuel System Service

When should you get fuel system service? People often ask our Ruxer Truck Center service techs this very question. The answer is simpler than you think.

Every 30,000 Miles or Less

To keep your vehicle running properly, try to get fuel system service every 30,000 miles or less. Depending on how you drive and the number of miles you drive daily, your car my require fuel system service more or less frequently. During fuel system service, trained techs

  • Clean varnish from the engine valves
  • Add fresh fuel additive
  • Clean varnish from the throttle body
  • Change the fuel filter…
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