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Most modern cars and trucks can last for years with regular service appointments. That’s one big reason why the Earthycars team suggests that you start your search for a new car by browsing through our used car inventory. While there are benefits and drawbacks to purchasing a new or used car, we are pleased to share four reasons why you may want to give a pre-owned car a second look! A used vehicle gives you access to:

• Unique models that may be out-of-production
• Affordable daily transportation with low monthly payments

This #Ford employee’s idea could bring #cleanwater to parts of the world that need it. https://t.co/oCuoSX0V8V pic.twitter.com/lXJQA4st3c

— Ford Motor Company (@Ford) September 27, 2016

Though it's not something we worry much about in our day-to-day here in Vermont, around the world, there is an increasing scarcity of clean drinking water. As climate change continues to take its toll and human population continues to soar upward, the UN estimates 47 percent of people will live in water-stressed areas by 2030.

Cars, you would think, are part of the problem, not the solution.

Ford…

If there is one thing Vermonters love, it's their dogs -- or as many cheekily dub them, "fur-children." And, if there's another thing Vermonters love more, it's taking their four-legged kids on outdoor adventures through the Green Mountains.

That means a lot of dog-hours on the road.

When you travel with your pet in the car, make sure you are doing it safely and with less stress by following these handy tips from Ford:

• Keep a water bowl in the car for on-the-go hydration. Most pet stores in the Burlington and Williston area sell collapsible bowls made of…

What IS distracted driving anyway? https://t.co/Cz9W9LdhTf pic.twitter.com/JOAkHT07HG

— NHTSA (@NHTSAgov) July 19, 2016

According to NHTSA distracted driving statistics, drivers under 25 are more likely to text while driving than any other age group. As a college town, Burlington must be facing a serious distracted-driving crisis!

But can we really blame younger drivers for all our traffic problems?

It is statistically true that younger drivers are more likely to drive distracted, and more likely to use a cell phone -- but the track record for members of older demographics is far...

If you recently started school at UVM or Champlain, you may be looking for an affordable used car to get you around the greater Burlington area.

Chances are, before you lay down money on a vehicle, you're going to want to test drive it first -- especially a used vehicle. On a test drive, you can make sure a pre-owned car or SUV is in good condition, and that it is equipped with the features you want.

However, many drivers, particularly younger drivers, often skip the test-drive step of the buying process because they don't know what to do…

As one of the experienced hybrid models on the market, the Toyota Prius is dedicated to achieving the next level of fuel efficiency with up to an EPA-estimated 51 city mpg in its 2013 iteration. While commonly not respected for its powertrain, where the Prius refuses to falter is the versatility of its shape and storage capabilities. It may not be a force to reckon with based on performance alone, but the Prius continues to achieve greatness as an excellent hybrid option.

Take a look at the past few years of Toyota Prius models, courtesy of Autotrader, to learn more…

If you can, go big, go heavy, go reliable. That's the basic advice Forbes delivers in a recent article on the best cars for new graduates, whether from high school or college.

Driving a safer vehicle is critical for younger drivers, says Forbes. Car crashes, after all, remain the leading cause of death among Americans ages 15 to 19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Forbes combed through crash test and owner-reported performance data for vehicles from the 2011 model year to come up with a list of a dozen affordable five-year-old vehicles that come highly…

Here at Earthy Cars, we strive to provide the Chittenden County area with the best in reliable and efficient pre-owned vehicles to suit their varied needs. And of course, you can't mention reliability and efficiency without talking about Toyota vehicles. With plenty of warm weather ahead, we've got an extensive selection of quality pre-owned Toyota vehicles to help drivers in the Burlington area make the most their summer.

2008 Toyota Prius		Price: $6,995.00

At Earthy Cars, we recognize the advantages that come from being a small dealership. When our clients utilizing our CarFinder tool to find the vehicle that's right for them - it's a signal to us to get the EarthyCars process started.