We’ve talked a lot lately about alternative fuels here on the blog, and there’s one alternative fuel out there that’s really caught our eye: hydrogen. It’s a clean fuel, emitting only water vapor, which makes it much better for our planet than gasoline. But how does hydrogen fuel a vehicle? Are there hydrogen-powered cars out […]
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The Best 2015 Family-Friendly Vehicles
The new 2015 lineup of vehicles is making waves in the auto industry, and some look far superior to others. When it comes to new and improved family-friendly vehicles, Hubler has some of the best out there. While you look around for the best and brightest family vehicles, be sure to give these three a […]
Where Do Your Old Tires Go?
You’re supposed to regularly rotate your car’s tires and to keep them evenly filled according to the PSI appropriate for your car. This allows the tires to wear evenly and provide you with that all-important traction that keeps your car gripping the road. Besides that, you may need a whole new set depending on the […]
Crash Safety Testing
Safety should always be a concern when you’re shopping around for a new vehicle, but do you know how the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducts safety tests? And what makes safety tests more reliable? Here’s a quick look at what goes into crash safety tests and how they’re improving right before our eyes. […]
The Future of MPGs
When gas prices were low enough that taking a leisurely drive wasn’t out of the question, no one really gave a hoot about gas prices. And with rapidly rising costs and more obvious effects of global warming, the general public has grown increasingly interested in fuel efficiency. We have to face it: there’s no way […]
E-85 and Indiana’s Economy
Gasoline is refined from crude oil, much of which is found outside of the United States. Because we depend on external fuel sources, gasoline can be pretty pricey, and it also has sometimes-questionable implications for international relations. Besides that, gasoline emissions are harmful to the environment and contribute to poor air quality and the onset […]
Preparing Your Kid for Driving
The time has come: your kid has finally become old enough to operate a moving vehicle (yikes). Learning to drive is rather necessary, especially if you live somewhere without public transit. As we focus on getting our kids a good education in the classroom, we also need to focus on the skills that will prepare […]
Why OEM Parts Are the Best
If you’ve ever needed to buy a car part for your vehicle, then you know you often have hundreds of choices. Besides that, you have to choose from dozens of places to buy the parts—both online and in-store—and then there are plenty of different companies that make car parts. One thing you should look for, […]
Maintenance Programs and Hubler’s Driver Plus Program
Many car manufacturers and dealers across the state of Indiana offer maintenance programs for their new and used vehicles. The manufacturer programs are included with the sale and can be considered added value, savings, and peace of mind for customers. The maintenance programs that dealers offer are designed to supplement the manufacturer’s maintenance program or […]
Why the 4th is a Good Time to Buy a New Car in Indianapolis
Independence Day is quickly approaching and you’re still rolling around in the same old car. Summer in Indiana is full of sunshine, barbeques, and fireworks, and one of the best ways to enjoy the features of summer is from the driver seat of a new car. As the 4th of July comes around, it’s not […]