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The Top 10 Cars for Winter Driving

Posted by Poquet Auto on Dec 1, 2015 11:00:35 AM

It’s sad but true that fall is over. Now we’re looking forward to the long Minnesota winter -- with its blizzards, ice, and dangerous roads. How does your vehicle handle the harsh conditions?

We asked our facebook followers what vehicles they think would be ideal for winter driving. Real or fictitious, here are the top ten answers they gave.  

A Cheat Sheet for Car Terms [Infographic]

Posted by Poquet Auto on Nov 25, 2015 10:17:58 AM

Car terminology can be confusing if you don’t speak the language. You don’t have to know what every piece of tech is called, but it helps to know some basic terms -- especially if you’re planning to car shop in the near future.

Here are some basic auto words that may come up as you’re touring a car lot.

The 10 Greatest Cars Ever Made - Readers’ Choice

Posted by Poquet Auto on Nov 19, 2015 11:00:22 AM

Automobiles have been around since the 19th century, and now over 60 million are produced each year. From the Model T to the Tesla Model X, cars have changed a lot over the years. We wanted to make a list of the greatest cars of all time, but how to pick?

We got our facebook followers to choose for us. They came up with a list of their choices for the greatest cars of all time. Here, in no particular order, are the ten they picked.

Winter Driving FAQs for Minnesota Newbies

Posted by Poquet Auto on Nov 17, 2015 11:00:23 AM

Whether it’s blizzards, whiteouts, sub-zero temperatures, black ice, or freezing rain -- Minnesota has it all. To survive the extremes, Minnesotans have to be both tough and smart.

If this is your first winter in our beloved northern climate, you might be intimidated by winter driving. Don’t worry -- we’ve got you covered with these frequently asked questions.  

Prep Your Car for Winter - Seven Steps [Infographic]

Posted by Poquet Auto on Nov 12, 2015 11:00:40 AM

Winter is coming. Soon, you’ll be driving through slush, chipping ice blocks out of your wheel wells, and scraping frost off your windshield in the refreshing negative-degree air. Winter driving in Minnesota is not for the faint of heart.

What does it take to make it through the long, blustery months? Here are some smart things to do.

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