Archives by Tag ' Automotive Posts '
Aug 16, 2012

We’ve all been there, you’re driving down a rocky road, and a small stone is kicked up and kits your windshield. Often, these small rocks don’t do any damage – they just give us a fright – but today was not your day. In the blink of any eye, a star shaped crack appears in […]

Jul 26, 2012

All major vehicle manufacturers spend millions of dollars on the development of safety essentials for their vehicles. And, not surprisingly, quite a bit of attention is paid to the innovation and testing of seat belts. The basic task of seat belts is to keep passengers from hitting objects within the car on a sudden stop […]

Jul 19, 2012

If the sticker in your window indicates that it’s time for inspection, it’s time to give your dealer a call and schedule an inspection appointment. Your dealer and their trained technicians know your vehicle inside and out, and will know how to best inspect it to ensure many more years of safe, secure driving. If […]

Jul 12, 2012

If you think that coupons are just for grocery shopping and the department store, think again. You can find great coupon discounts at your local car dealership, too! Don’t believe me? – a quick visit to your dealer’s website or brief phone call to the service department will easily let you know if they are […]

Jul 5, 2012

Though the car batteries of today are “maintenance free” car batteries, it does not mean that they will last forever. Just like all other aspects of your car, it’s important to ask your dealer to review your battery from time to time to ensure that your vehicle will continue to start reliably. By asking your […]

Jun 28, 2012

When you purchase a car, it’s not to merely get you from one place to another. We also turn to our cars for comfort, and at times, even entertainment. As we cruise in our vehicles, we relax into our plush seats, often with a beverage in the cup holder, and our favorite music playing over […]

Jun 21, 2012

What do you do when you start your car, and see that your check engine light is illuminated? If you’re the type that instantly begins to worry about what it will cost you, take a deep breath! Today’s cars have highly-advanced monitoring systems that continually check your vehicle’s health, and a simple visit to your […]

Jun 14, 2012

We all know that our car’s mirrors allow us see around blind spots, and serve to keep us safe when we are driving. Given their position on our vehicles, mirrors are particularly vulnerable to minor accidents and scraps as we navigate our way through the world. Perhaps, you’ve even had a time when you returned […]

Jun 7, 2012

With the ever skyrocketing cost of gas, people are always looking for ways to save. One of the easiest and best ways to make the most of your tank is to check your car’s tire pressure. If you are one of the 85% of people who fail to check their tire pressure monthly, then you […]

May 17, 2012

In the past, your car’s interior temperature was as the mercy of the weather. On chilly days, you would find yourself shivering until the heat finally warmed it up, and on hot days, you would find yourself sweltering until the AC cooled the car down enough to provide some relief. But today is a different […]