Minnesota has two seasons, and everyone knows them—construction and winter. While winter brings its own set of stressors, we’re not out of the woods with highway construction. Safety first, so buckle up, because with frequent road closures and resulting traffic jams, we’re all in for one bumpy ride these next few years.

If you live around the Twin Cities, commuting can seem like a struggle, especially with the summer construction Minnesotans face. According to a Robert Half survey, the Twin Cities has one of the shortest commute times compared to 27 other U.S. cities, but no amount of commute-time or stress-level will help when traffic is gridlocked.

After all the researching, decision making, and buying a car, driving it off the lot is a great feeling, but ownership brings added responsibilities. Taking good care of your vehicle is one thing you can do to help with overall longevity, reliability, safety, and resale value. To protect your investment and avoid costly surprises, it’s a good idea to get into a routine of servicing your car!

There are several possibilities when it comes to servicing, such as mileage-based service and preventive maintenance. We’ll explore your options and where to find information, and if you’re local to the Twin Cities, how you can even win a free oil change with Poquet Auto!

Test driving a vehicle isn’t quite like it used to be. With lots of new tech features in automobiles today, finding the right car for you can be difficult. One thing you’ll always want to do before purchasing a vehicle is test driving. Even with lots of modern conveniences, test driving can give you a view of whether or not a particular car is the right one for you.

Here at Poquet, we get lots of questions about first-time buyers and especially, test driving. We break down what to look for before your drive, during your drive, and our four tips for test driving with us!

Walk down the oil aisle at any auto shop, and you’ll see that there are plenty of options for your vehicle. Figuring out what oil is the best for you and your car is key to getting you back on the road. Oil is incredibly vital for the operation of your engine. Learn how you can pick the best motor oil for your car with our helpful tips, below.