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5 SUV Safety Tips Before You Find A Used SUV For Sale

Safety Tips for buying SUV's in Goshen, IN


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5 SUV Safety Tips Before You Find A Used SUV For Sale

 

Do you find yourself unable to find any options among Elkhart, Indiana used cars because they’re all too small for your lifestyle? If so, an SUV may be the perfect solution for you. Switching from a car to an SUV may sound simple to most; however, new SUV drivers can have a learning curve. Manufacturers have done a lot to improve the safety of SUVs, but operator error can be a significant factor in most SUV accidents. For this reason, it is essential to understand some strategies for ensuring safe SUV driving. At USA-1 Auto Centers, we care about your safety, and we want to best prepare you before you decide on a used SUV for sale. For this reason, we have provided five SUV safety tips for you to consider before you get behind the wheel of an SUV. Before browsing the SUV inventory at USA-1’s buy here pay here car lot, take a look below. 

1. Use Caution When Braking

Unlike most cars, SUVs require a greater braking distance, especially when driving in harmful conditions. The reasoning behind this is that SUVs weigh much more than standard cars, and, just like a truck, they carry more momentum. Therefore, they need more time to come to a complete stop. Getting acquainted with an SUV’s brakes can take some time; however, it is crucial to understand the general braking distance.

2. Be Cautious Of Other Drivers And Pedestrians

Most used SUVs for sale will be much more elevated off the road than a normal car. With this being said, you should typically see further than sedan drivers. However, because sedans are lower to the ground, they cannot see into your windshield, making stopping and turning a surprise to these drivers at times. To be considerate of these drivers, you should maintain awareness of all vehicles surrounding you in traffic, especially small ones. This rule also applies to pedestrians, as they are lower to the ground.

3. Avoid Overloading Cargo

As opposed to USA-1’s selection of Elkhart, Indiana used cars, SUVs can carry a large amount of cargo. When you visit used car dealers near Elkhart to find an SUV, the salesperson will review the cargo capacity of whichever SUV you prefer. Because an SUV’s center of gravity is higher, cargo capacity is essential to consider. It would be best if you always packed cargo wisely into an SUV, as overloading can cause tires and brakes to wear. In the worst case, it can even cause a rollover. If you are not satisfied with an SUV’s cargo capabilities or need to tow something big, you should consider a used truck for sale near you. 

4. Don’t Make Sudden Or Sharp Turns

Before visiting us to find the perfect used SUV for sale, we want to ensure your safety in an SUV. Therefore, we want to inform you of one of the most dangerous driving errors that you can make in an SUV. Because SUVs have an increased risk of rollovers, you shouldn’t make sharp or fast turns. This can result in disaster, and the risk can be higher when holding heavy cargo or passengers. 

5. Practice

When you visit USA-1’s Elkhart dealership, you will be able to schedule a test drive for whichever SUV you prefer. This will be your chance to get initially acquainted with an SUV’s handling. After finding an SUV with suitable handling for you, it is still wise to get some practice behind the wheel in a parking lot; that way, you can be comfortable once you hit the road. If you aren’t satisfied, or you don’t feel like an SUV is a proper fit for you, you can also look at our vast inventory of Elkhart, Indiana, used cars

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Interior: 
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Interior: 
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Interior: 
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Engine:
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Interior: 
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