Shade It Off

Protect the interior plastic by parking the vehicle in the shade, using a window deflector screen, and applying a UV protectant to prevent the plastic and vinyl from drying out.

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4 faux paus you’re probably making when you wash your car

Using Dishwashing Soap.  If you’re constantly struggling with soap scum, take a closer look at the product you’re using!  Be done with Dawn and invest in soap meant for washing cars.

Using the Wrong Cloths. If it’s not microfiber, you’re doing it wrong.

Rolling Down Windows Before They’re Dry.  We’ve got two words for you: water spots.

Over-Washing Your Car.  Yes, there is such a thing.  If you care about preserving your paint job, don’t wash your vehicle obsessively.

Catch Some Z's & Ditch the Road Rage!

Are you guilty of getting angry at other drivers while in the car? A national epidemic of sleepiness is a contributing factor to road rage, according to the National Sleep Foundation. We all know how cranky we get without enough sleep. It makes us prone to feelings of annoyance, resentment and even anger. Eight hours is still the recommended daily dose of sleep for adults!

Vacation Fund

Do you wonder how you will be able to save for the family vacation this year? Sometimes saving money can be difficult because it feels detrimental. We've come up with a way you won't even notice you're stashing money away!

Say you go to the grocery store once a week. If you pay with your debit card, you have the option to get cash back. We recommend paying with your card, then requesting $20 back. That $20 can go straight into your Vacation Fund. $20 a week can add up fast! You'll be vacationing in no time.

How to Successfully Keep Your Kids Occupied on a Road Trip

Got two little ones squabbling in the back seat? Have them play against each other instead! This iOS app combines I Spy with Bingo by randomly displaying a picture of an object — a horse, an airplane, etc. — and having kids tap the appropriate pictures on their bingo cards. The first player to spot five objects in a row gets to shout “Bingo!”

5 Things You Need to Do Before Your Summer Road Trip

Road trip season is here again!  There’s no doubt about it: one of the best parts of summer is hitting the road on an adventure.  But before you start your car and set out for unfamiliar horizons, make sure you have these things checked off your to-do list.

1. Top off coolant.  Seems pretty obvious, but many forget this one!  Make sure you stay cool out on the road and remember to be proactive about air conditioning care to prevent future problems.
2. Refill windshield washer fluid.  You’re bound to gather a few hitchhikers like bugs and dust on your journey.  Make sure your windshield wiper fluid is topped off so you can deal with these obstructions on-the-go.
3. Inspect your belts. As your car ages, belts become dry and brittle. This is made worse by heat and the last thing you want is to deal with a broken belt in the middle of your trip.
4. Check your tires. This is a good idea to do regardless of season, definitely not just a summer must. The easiest at-home method for this is performing the penny test.
5. Get your brakes checked out. Bring your car into our service department and let us take one final look before you head out! Even though you hope this summer never stops, you want your car to, eventually.