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What’s leaking from my car?

Posted by Lauren McCarthy July 16, 2010 at 2:31 pm

It’s happened to all of us at least once. You back out of your driveway and notice a dark spot of liquid on the pavement. So, what is leaking? And is it dangerous? Does every leak need to be looked at? I spoke with one of my Service Managers to get the low down. Here’s [...]

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If cars could talk, what would they say?

Posted by Lauren McCarthy July 14, 2010 at 4:29 pm

Have you ever wondered what your car would say to you, if it could? I sometimes catch myself talking to my car. I’ll be driving alone after a long day, and it only makes sense to strike up a conversation, right? Tell me I’m not alone. Well, let’s take a look at some of my [...]

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Introducing McCarthy’s Got Your Back

Posted by Lauren McCarthy July 13, 2010 at 12:33 pm

Worried about buying a car in the current economy? You’re not alone! I have heard numerous concerns on the issue of job and income loss. I’m proud to say “Don’t worry about it!” by announcing a new program — McCarthy’s Got Your Back.
McCarthy’s Got Your Back is our new assurance program. Inspired by Hyundai Assurance, [...]

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Interview with a McCarthy Chevrolet salesperson

Posted by Lauren McCarthy July 7, 2010 at 3:38 pm

When it comes to stereotyping a car salesman, I think it is important for consumers to understand and see a different side to the people behind the bad plaid pants and slicked-back hair. We’re not all bad guys.
So I decided to do a quick interview with one of my favorites sales associates from [...]

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