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Let’s discuss tires! Winter vs. All-Season

March 21, 2014 By Kif Richmann

Winter Tires vs All Season Tires

The difference in winter tires starts with the rubber compound, which remains flexible during cold weather rather than hard like all-seasons. Deep grooves (1) in the unidirectional tread blocks ... Read More

Filed Under: Maintenance Tips Tagged With: Chevy

Automotive Week in Review: March 21st, 2014

March 21, 2014 By Kif Richmann

Spring is officially here and the automotive industry is ready for warm weather and outdoor events. Find out how one manufacturer hopes to make your windshield wipers work better than ever, and ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Chrysler, General Motors

Photos From Cedar Rapids St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 19, 2014 By Brad Mackey

Check out some great photos from Monday's St. Patrick's Day parade from downtown Cedar Rapids, Iowa! McGrath Family team members were on hand with many aboard our annual float, spreading good vibes ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events

7 Vehicles from McGrath Auto Named “Best Cars for Families”

March 18, 2014 By Kif Richmann

U.S. News & World Report released their annual awards for the "Best Cars for Families", and 7 of our vehicles landed on the list. These cars, according to the site, “make family life on the road ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events

SUV Comparison: 2015 Ford Expedition vs 2015 Chevy Suburban

March 18, 2014 By Kif Richmann

2015 Chevy Suburban vs Ford Expedition

Large SUVs are an American staple. With power, space, and comfort, these vehicles have the versatility to meet the many needs of drivers in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. For years, Ford and Chevy ... Read More

Filed Under: Vehicle Review Tagged With: Chevy, Ford

The M18 Hellcat Might Be Buick’s Most Important Vehicle Ever

March 17, 2014 By Kif Richmann

Buick M18 Hellcat on field

Buick is best known for comfortable and stylish sedans, but did you know that one of the car maker’s most successful vehicles is actually a tank? During World War II, nearly every manufacturer in the ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Buick

How To Remove the Jeep Wrangler Soft Top

March 14, 2014 By Kif Richmann

Soft top Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler offers open-air freedom and fun with a removable soft top, a convenient feature that lets you enjoy a beautiful day. Take a look at our video and see how easy it is to let sun and ... Read More

Filed Under: Maintenance Tips Tagged With: Jeep

Week in Review: March 14th, 2014

March 14, 2014 By Kif Richmann

Spring is starting to show, with warm weather, melting snow, and new life for the automotive industry. Find out how Chrysler is celebrating 50 years of HEMI power, and how you can get $100 for test ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Cadillac, Ford, Jeep, Kia, Tesla

Video: Learn More about the 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500

March 11, 2014 By Kif Richmann

2014 Blue Chevy Silverado

The 2014 Chevy Silverado is ready to offer drivers in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City excellent performance and comfortable driving. In this video, we give you a quick overview of new Silverado, helping ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Chevy, Video

4 Off-Road Capable and Fuel-Efficient Crossovers

March 11, 2014 By Kif Richmann

Jeep Cherokee off road

Drivers who need a fully capable SUV with all-wheel or four-wheel capability often think they need to settle for a vehicle that doesn’t get great gas mileage. However, with evolving technology and ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events

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