Posts Tagged ‘Safety’
Happy Halloween!
Passing on a reminder to please drive slowly through your neighborhoods, and be extra vigilant entering or exiting driveways as the trick or treaters head out in search of their goodies! Wishing everyone a fun and safe evening, with lots of treats! Happy Halloween from everyone at Douglas Automotive Repair! This entry was posted in Holidays, Safety and…
Read MoreDaylight Savings Time Ends November 6th, Check Vehicle Lights
The end of Daylight Savings Time happens in most parts of the United States on Sunday, November 6th and creates unfamiliar driving conditions that can be hazardous without proper vehicle lighting. Douglas Automotive Repair recommends vehicle lights be checked before the clocks “fall back” to help ensure safe driving, especially during dusk and peak evening traffic hours. A…
Read MoreExtreme Heat Presents Invisible Danger to Motorists and Vehicles
With temperatures soaring to record highs around the country over the next few days, Douglas Automotive Repair cautions motorists not to underestimate the ways in which extreme heat can wreak havoc on vehicles. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures is not only a threat to passengers, but a vehicle concern as well. Knowing the dangers and…
Read MoreEssential Summer Car Care Tips
Before you pack up the car this summer, run through this checklist to make sure your ride is in good condition: Kick the Tires. And then get out the tire-pressure gauge and check that your tires are inflated to the level recommended in your owners manual. Summer heat increases the pressure in tires, so test the…
Read MoreReady for the Holiday Road Trip?
Deep down, you know your car should be checked out before hitting the road for any holiday trip, but with so many other things left to do, some folks put it off. Bad idea, especially when owners realize that in as little as 10 minutes they can determine if their car is ready for long-distance travel. …
Read MoreRoad Rage
We came across this test on Progressive’s website and thought we’d share… Take the Test — Do You Have Road Rage? Aggressive driving habits can threaten your safety, the safety of your passengers and others driving on the road. Many people experience some level of road rage while they travel on the road. Dealing with road…
Read MoreDrinking and Driving
We came across this on Progressive’s website and thought it important to share… If you know someone may drive drunk, you know the importance of intervening before that person gets behind the wheel. How You Can Intervene Below are some helpful tips to get the keys away from a drunk driver: If the person is…
Read MoreWhat To Do If Your Car Breaks Down
Follow some of these steps if your vehicle breaks down, and take extra precaution if you are in a busy intersection or on a highway. Getting out of the car at a busy intersection or on a highway to change a tire or check damage from a fender bender is probably one of the worst…
Read MoreWinter Driving Tips
AAA recommends the following winter driving tips and we thought they were worth sharing as many people will be traveling over this holiday season. Avoid driving while you’re fatigued. Getting the proper amount of rest before taking on winter weather tasks reduces driving risks. Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as…
Read MoreTruck Zone Safety
Came across this on the Traveler’s website and thought it was worth sharing for anyone who will be on the road this Holiday season…Douglas Automotive Repair Wishes you safe travels! Driving a large truck can be a tough – and dangerous – job. Weighing up to 80,000 pounds compared to the average American car’s 3,000¹, the size…
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