Nothing good lasts forever, and that includes your car. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t maximize your car’s resale value! There are two common ways of thinking about when to trade a car in: Run it into the ground and get the most miles you possibly can Trade it in while it’s still valuable Both ways…
When buying a new or used car, researching every detail about the vehicle is a must-do. Everyone wants their car (and their wallet!) to be protected on the road, which is why we recommend buying from a reliable auto dealer near you. (If that happens to be Braman Miami, then so be it.) Researching cars is one thing, but what…
You get in your car and turn the ignition. The engine comes alive and sounds like you’re about to start the Indy 500. What gives? It’s likely that what you’re hearing is caused by a missing exhaust system component, as loud noise is one of the hallmark signs of a stolen catalytic converter. Over the past few…
Getting locked out of your car is a rite of passage. About 4 million people accidentally leave keys in their vehicles each year, which then leads to smashed windows or even arrests for attempting to break into their own cars. With a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, however, it’s not impossible to safely get locked keys…
Find yourself constantly in need of a place for your dog to play and get their pent-up energy out? Ever shown up to a beach just to find out dogs aren’t allowed? Just hate the only dog park near you? As a dog-parent, you’re probably pretty protective of your furry child—and rightfully so. Not having access to a…
Florida is and always has been the state families flock to for vacation, with Key West being a particularly great destination. It’s got sun, oceans as far as the eye can see and island paradises peppering the coastline. Really, the entire South Florida coastline to Key West has everything a family could ask for, which…
Learn why your New Year’s resolutions should include selling your old car and buying a new one. You know the saying: New year, new you. Once the calendar flips over, all your planned “big” life changes become reality. But how often do you accomplish your lofty New Year’s resolutions? If you answered, “All the time,”…
Owning a vehicle means keeping up with routine maintenance—oil changes, tire rotations, new brakes, and all that jazz—is just part of life. Maintaining your car is by far the most important thing you can do to increase its longevity and resale value. But did you know that getting your vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer service…
While there are numerous safe neighborhoods for trick-or-treating in South Florida, including the areas listed here, some parents prefer an alternative route to giving their kids an (un)healthy dose of corn syrup. That alternative? Trunk-or-treats (or trick-or-trunks). Trunk-or-treating has gained popularity in recent years, both in large cities and small communities. Parents can keep eyes on their…
You know someone who knows someone whose cousin bought a used car online, and they had great things to say about their experience. But is that the norm? Should you really consider buying a used vehicle over the internet based on one anecdote? Needless to say, the invention of the internet has created a society…
