Safety
How to Choose the Best Car for Your Teen
Looking for a car for your teen driver? There are several things—not just the price—to consider. Here are some guidelines from AAA to help you make your decision. Buying your teenager’s first car can be daunting. There are many considerations—from affordability to reliability to safety. And more teens die each year in car crashes than…
Read MoreSpring Rains Bring Dangerous Driving Conditions
Spring rains bring dangerous driving conditions. Be prepared with these tips for preparing your vehicle—and yourself. If you’ve ever hydroplaned, you know that driving in wet weather can be unsafe. Avoid crashing by keeping these tips in mind when you’re behind the wheel. Tires Traction is the key to maintaining control in turns and stopping…
Read MoreFinding Vehicle Recall Information
No matter how well they are made, vehicles can still have design and/or manufacturing problems. When the government thinks the problem is REALLY serious, they require the manufacturer to issue a recall notice and fix the car free of charge. The manufacturer then tries to contact everyone who owns this type of vehicle. As you…
Read More20 Things To Do After A Car Accident
1. Stay calm. Try not to panic. Be courteous. 2. Check yourself and others involved to see if there are injuries. In some states, failing to render medical aid is a crime. 3. Call an ambulance (911) if there are injuries that may need treatment. 4. Turn your hazard lights on. 5. If you keep…
Read MoreAnti-lock Brake System
Drivers trust in their brakes to safely slow and stop their vehicles. You’ve probably had the experience where you’ve slammed on your brakes and started to skid. When your wheels are locked up, you are just sliding over the road. And if the road is wet or slick or covered with gravel – you really…
Read MoreBasic Tire Care Tips
Taking care of your vehicle’s tires is a simple way to get the most mileage out of them, as well as enduring reliability and avoiding unnecessary problems down the road. Get a quality tire gauge and get in the habit of checking your tire pressure each time you fill up your gas tank. At minimum,…
Read MoreWhat’s The Benefit Of Winter Tires?
This is a really good question. Most new vehicles come with all-season tires that work pretty well in the winter conditions many auto owners encounter. First, let’s talk about the things that dedicated winter tires do really well, touch on all-seasons, and then you should have some information to help you in your tire selection.…
Read MoreStress Management Works for Holidays and Automobiles
In domino fashion, failing to plan for maintenance can turn small problems into larger ones, putting a serious dent in your automotive budget. The penalties of procrastinating on vehicle maintenance range from a heater that runs cold to a battery that won’t start the car. Take care of your car’s seasonal services immediately and make…
Read MoreWinter Driving Tips
With today’s snowy weather in our area, it seems fitting to pass along these great tips from AAA. Winter Driving Tips Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for automobile travel. Motorists should know the safety rules for dealing with winter road emergencies. AAA reminds motorists to be cautious while driving in adverse weather.…
Read MoreHomebound College Students or Holiday Road Trip?
It’s that time again! Many of you have students who will be returning home with the family vehicles for Thanksgiving/Winter break. Or, you may be heading out of town over the Holidays. This month, we’re offering a “Road Trip Special”– a FREE Vehicle Inspection with Oil Change. To ensure you get where you’re going (either back to…
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