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One of the surest things we here at Charles Barker Pre-Owned know is that eventually all the new car technology we see on current model year cars will arrive in our lots once drivers in the Virginia Beach area look to trade up. That means we like to stay on top of the latest technological innovations, even if we are a used car dealership; it gives us a good look into the future.

With gas prices going up, drivers in the greater Virginia Beach area probably wouldn't think used SUV sales are on the rise. Most would say that more fuel-efficient used cars are increasing in popularity, and while it's true, Charles Barker Pre-Owned is here to tell you the same holds true with SUVs too.

Every year many parents in the Virginia Beach area have teenaged children who will soon be driving. It's a big step in both the child and parent's life, and aside from the safety and well-being of the new driver, cost is also an important factor as well. It's why Charles Barker Preowned recommends Forbes "Ten Best Used Cars For Teen Drivers," helping parents and teens find make an informed decision when looking at a car for the newest driver in the family.

Expressing hesitation towards purchasing a used car, be it for its dated looks or outside sources questioning their reliability, is something drivers in Virginia Beach have surely felt, or heard before. It's a fair argument, because used cars are subject to wear and tear from the amount of miles they might travel, but at Charles Barker Preowned, we're here to tell you that you don't need to worry about buying used, and Consumer Reports agrees.

Even if you bought your car used, you want it to sparkle like new, right? Alright, let's say that you're not the biggest fan of taking time out of your day simply to make your vehicle look good. Did you know that keeping your vehicles windows clean can be a matter of safety too? It's been proven that keeping your windows free of grime can increase both visibility and reaction time. And…

Lately, the Charles Barker Preowned blog has been filled with information about maintaining your vehicle and changing your oil. And while we stand by the information that we posted, we realized that we left out one factor when changing your oil that's important to consider. And that would be viscosity.

What exactly is motor oil viscosity? Think of it in terms of thickness or consistency; the thicker the oil, the higher the viscosity. In…

We here at Charles Barker Preowned highly recommend that drivers in the greater Virginia Beach area and beyond know their new or used car inside and out in order to stay safe and get the most out of it. As such, we thought we'd take a minute to go over the recent release put out by the Car Care Council, which urges drivers to check their car's battery every day in order to…

As 2011 comes to a close, we here at Charles Barker Toyota begin to wonder what the best-selling used cars of the year are. Those who know us know that our lineup of preowned vehicles ranges from automakers like Chevrolet and Cadillac to Toyota and Lexus, and everything in between, so it only makes sense that we would be a little curious as to how specific models sell once they've had at least one…

It's easy to tell when the roads are getting slick from rain, congested with traffic, or even washed out from a heavy storm, but wind is the unseen enemy of the road. Wind gusts can be a huge danger on the road, but by keeping your ear open for the sound of them, you can keep yourself as well as other drivers in the greater Virginia Beach area safe from danger.

Safety is a…

If you're in the market for a used car, it should be noted that there is no better deal than buying a Dealer Certified Pre-Owned, just like the vehicles found here at Charles Barker Preowned. Dealer Certified vehicles have the benefit of having been thoroughly inspected upon their arrival on the lot. Only after going through rigorous 100-point inspections do they get our seal of approval from our dedicated service and repair department; something…