tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75819645450805138992023-11-16T07:16:38.832-05:00Automotive SafetyPaul Rushinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08734333091888449742noreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-66089414950189545192013-08-23T14:32:00.002-04:002013-08-23T14:32:54.804-04:00Be Authenic or Dont Do ItThis may be a little off topic for this blog but it is funny how unsafe people who work in the car business can be. The biggest ones to tread on water where they do not belong is <a href="http://www.automotivedigitalmarketing.com/profiles/blogs/help-me-understand">dealership consultants</a>. There are many of them that say they can help dealers sell cars but have never sold a car themselves. It is a wicked web we weave.<br />
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While I could name names of the consultants that do this they know who they are. Dealers should check the resumes of those they hire to help them sell more cars before signing long term consulting contracts or engaging vendors that do not know what it really takes to sell more cars.<br />
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While there are inverses to this. I don't believe I want to go to a heart doctor that has heart problems, it would show me he really does not know how to take care of a heart. Then again there is no car selling degrees or colleges. Automotive centered schooling does not start until you hit management levels and then it takes time on the line to get to that point in an automotive career.<br />
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Those that can't try to teach, but what are they basing their curriculum on? <br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-6616816021861571572011-05-03T15:26:00.000-04:002011-05-03T15:39:11.172-04:00When Should You Pass?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMbfcmAq1dYAZAWP4cwzsshOhvwXRizD9HklqWytkHI1jATDLX-XePaezHT_l3NIxKMen7OH-y5VtC1ZWwcOZ7k0nQPXNg_wG-mQZm5sIvWHgzn3d6k_K_ZeBB_DKKl3AOKHTMOSLqKL0/s1600/Driving.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 127px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMbfcmAq1dYAZAWP4cwzsshOhvwXRizD9HklqWytkHI1jATDLX-XePaezHT_l3NIxKMen7OH-y5VtC1ZWwcOZ7k0nQPXNg_wG-mQZm5sIvWHgzn3d6k_K_ZeBB_DKKl3AOKHTMOSLqKL0/s320/Driving.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5602576173345004674" border="0" /></a>When a vehicle from <a href="http://www.sarasotadealers.com/">used cars Sarasota</a>, in front of you is moving slowly, you would rather want to pass that vehicle and get on your way quickly. 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The incident was reported to the Michigan Department of Human Services which investigates cases involving children to determine if they are under risk.</div><div><br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-24735124204948688172011-04-05T09:34:00.000-04:002011-04-11T11:14:56.471-04:00The Benefits of Learning a Defensive Driving Technique<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkL_BHBoI7uKUEEiej3obVqorwqgITUvhEbJTVa2934RoweFXGEQwNYBQ4iHjqk7kH9l3Gmr8eoHrVM0ToKVmfvXzyTP-8hIf_qM7BswIIdgw7MtYdSodc8_BDg-8e5ATqGF86yqKICbk/s1600/Driving+Safety.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 276px; height: 183px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkL_BHBoI7uKUEEiej3obVqorwqgITUvhEbJTVa2934RoweFXGEQwNYBQ4iHjqk7kH9l3Gmr8eoHrVM0ToKVmfvXzyTP-8hIf_qM7BswIIdgw7MtYdSodc8_BDg-8e5ATqGF86yqKICbk/s320/Driving+Safety.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5592094067960812146" border="0" /></a>Automobile accidents cause thousands of deaths and millions of injuries every year. 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Other interior features include power steering, front power windows with two one touch, front reading lights, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rear-view_mirror">rear view mirror</a>, remote control remote trunk release, cloth upholstery with additional cloth and eight speakers.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-32567418024633072752011-03-14T06:23:00.000-04:002011-03-14T14:28:16.724-04:00Safety tips for driving;<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lxq5OVI0boQ/TX5d4DjhhCI/AAAAAAAAA2c/7zD4XYpa-1c/s1600/6a00d83451b3c669e20120a56bbe43970c-800wi.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lxq5OVI0boQ/TX5d4DjhhCI/AAAAAAAAA2c/7zD4XYpa-1c/s320/6a00d83451b3c669e20120a56bbe43970c-800wi.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5584003805594354722" border="0" /></a><br /><div>The latest <a href="http://www.chevrolet.com">Chevy</a> models have some of the best safety features on the market, and Chevy models can be purchased from a <a href="http://www.genthe.com/">Southgate Chevrolet</a> dealership. But, safe driving is important as well to avoiding accidents and staying safe while on the road. Defensive driving can improve the safety for vehicles that already have great safety features such as those sold at <a href="http://www.hamiltongmcountry.com/">Chevrolet Dealership Clovis</a>. You should always wear a safety belt even for the latest Ford models that have several airbags and other safety features and can be test driven at a <a href="http://www.gentrymotors.com/">Ford Dealer Boise</a>.<br /><br /></div><div>Your vehicle's <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Headrest">headrest</a> should be adjusted so that it is behind your head and not your neck - this will help you to avoid whiplash in the cast of an accident. Don't drive your vehicle with more people in it than your vehicle is equipped to carry. You should also make sure that your tires are good quality - in bad conditions like rain or snow good quality tires will provide more traction and make driving easier. If tread is worn on any of your tires you should have them replaced as soon as possible. It is important to never drive while drowsy or under the influence of drugs or medication with sedating side effects or other potentially dangerous side effects.<br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a863bOlGdkg/TX5dz437aSI/AAAAAAAAA2U/eF3G6Ygvs5E/s1600/vauxhall-insignia-scores-five-stars-in-euro-ncap-safety-test-01.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a863bOlGdkg/TX5dz437aSI/AAAAAAAAA2U/eF3G6Ygvs5E/s320/vauxhall-insignia-scores-five-stars-in-euro-ncap-safety-test-01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5584003734007671074" border="0" /></a></div>Having a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Designated_driver">designated driver</a> is always important when going out as well. Speed limits should always be obeyed, and in some cases it is important to drive less than the speed limit such as when weather is foggy, rainy, or snowy. Watch out for other drivers as well, driving safely is more than just being aware of your own driving but also avoiding accidents from another driver who might make a mistake or act carelessly on the road. Following these tips can help you avoid an accident and thus save on insurance. <div> </div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-4368476251157592272010-12-16T11:13:00.001-05:002010-12-16T11:13:58.977-05:00Bumpers Have a BIG Job!<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img width='396' height='297' src='http://lh3.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TQo6TESIhcI/AAAAAAAAASE/e1kDJ6IR1Aw/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>If you drive either a Civic or CR-V from <a href='http://www.pohankahondamd.com/'>Honda Salisbury</a>, then you can rest easily at night knowing that your auto brand cares enough about your safety to pay special attention to your bumpers. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety took SUV and car pairs from seven different auto brands and put them in 10 mph fender benders with one another. While we do not have results for the vehicles found at <a href='http://www.patobrienchevroletsouth.com/'>Chevrolet Dealer Medina</a>, if they are anything like their domestic competition over at Ford then the results were costly and unattractive. There are laws in place that require the bumpers on passenger cars to be between a height of 16 to 20 inches above the ground. However, the SUVs, trucks, and minivans from <a href='http://www.patobrienchevroletwest.com/'>Chevrolet Dealer Westlake</a> and every other auto maker out there do not have any bumper height regulations in place. <br/><br/>The <a href='http://www.iihs.org/'>IIHS</a> tested these vehicle pairs so that one vehicle was standing still and the other one was traveling at only 10 mph. The most expensive repair occurred when the <a href='http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Toyota_Corolla/Safety/'>Toyota Corolla</a> sedan rear ended the Toyota RAV4 SUV; a total of $9,867. The car sustained only $3,852 worth of damage while the SUV sustained $6,015 worth of damage. This was because the car struck the spare tire on the back of the RAV4 rather than the bumper, and the spare tire is not designed to have that kind of force applied to it. Bumpers actually do serve a purpose and their construction is meant to absorb impact so that the rest of the vehicle is not damaged. <br/><br/>The other brands tested against each other were <a href='http://www.automotive.com/new-cars/safety/01/ford/index.html'>Ford</a>, Honda, Nissan, Kia and Hyundai, Dodge and Jeep, and Volkswagen. The two that had the best results were when the Honda CR-V rear ended the Honda Civic; a total of $2,995 damage resulted. The other lowest cost repair was when the Kia Forte rear ended the Hyundai Tucson for a total repair bill of $3,601. On average, the repair costs were higher when the car struck the SUV, and that is because there would be significant damage to the internal engine components of the car as it slid underneath the SUV. <br/><br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=c60dafd8-26ca-83c6-be71-aff68215e94a' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/iihs%20bumper'>iihs bumper</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/iihs%20bumper%20crash'>iihs bumper crash</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/suv%20bumper%20laws'>suv bumper laws</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/car%20bumper%20laws'>car bumper laws</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-33208442651354776182010-12-08T17:37:00.001-05:002010-12-08T17:37:50.999-05:002 Scariest Roads!<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img width='398' height='238' src='http://lh4.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TQAH0HFPbwI/AAAAAAAAARM/MqIpzm2Pb38/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>The cars at <a href='http://www.pohankaacura.com/'>Gaithersburg Acura Dealers</a> might be trendy and luxurious, but they sure won’t protect you in the event of a random accident on the road. There are some scary places across the country to drive, and it doesn’t matter if that cute little <a href='http://paragonacura.com/'>Acura RL Woodside</a> vehicle comes with all-wheel drive or not because some roads are just known for being dangerous. The best advice you can get is to drive carefully and pay attention to your surroundings. Then you can find great deals at <a href='http://www.shannonmotors.com/'>Rhode Island Used Cars</a> for your next purchase. <br/><br/>The hands-down most scary place to drive is probably on <a href='http://www.roadtripamerica.com/places/million.htm'>U.S. 550</a> in Colorado between Silverton and Ouray. This highway is known as the “<a href='http://www.shermanstravel.com/top_tens/scenic_drives_in_the_u.s./million_dollar_highway/'>Million Dollar Highway</a>” and truck drivers have a united opinion that it is the most dangerous place to be driving in America. The lanes are narrow, the road is twisty, and being high up in elevation adds to its treacherousness. Winter time brings more than its fair share of avalanches and some of the hairpin turns do not even have guardrails to protect you from the steep cliffs and mountain passes. If you can take an alternate route, it might be worth it! <br/><br/>On the opposite side of the country in Florida is U.S. Highway 19. According to <a href='http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7844269/ns/dateline_nbc/'>NBC and Dateline</a> a few years back, this stretch of highway is the most dangerous in the entire country. The main area to watch out for is the stretch between Pasco and Pinellas County. The death toll was calculated for a five year period and it was found that 262 people were killed and a shocking 100 of those were pedestrians! There really is no lesson to be learned here except that drivers need to be aware if they are coming into an area that is frequently dangerous or has accidents. Pay attention to the road cautionary signs and drive extra safely if you are not familiar with an area. <br/><br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=853b3769-4e5d-8cf6-abdb-deb563f066e5' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/Million%20Dollar%20Highway'>Million Dollar Highway</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/scary%20roads'>scary roads</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/Dateline%20scary%20roads'>Dateline scary roads</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-44448765259983376162010-12-07T14:16:00.000-05:002010-12-10T10:04:15.996-05:00If You Don't Keep Up With Your Car Maintenance, Just Run It Into A Tree<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsm6lhwHnNnvaHT-bPahJaRkwM0R1I9Rw04sU8tpj9MW-fV7-M-KrMqE0SLsKmQ_CKgecLtolkjvahvn_IqTRD8CdZNUIM5muLkqhydhVcuKOwWHPYBpRCxI5R6E01ee9VLazkMcng-Q/s1600/brake+ligths+logo.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsm6lhwHnNnvaHT-bPahJaRkwM0R1I9Rw04sU8tpj9MW-fV7-M-KrMqE0SLsKmQ_CKgecLtolkjvahvn_IqTRD8CdZNUIM5muLkqhydhVcuKOwWHPYBpRCxI5R6E01ee9VLazkMcng-Q/s320/brake+ligths+logo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5548803766614842466" border="0" /></a><br />Making sure that your car is in good shape, all of the time is not difficult. All it takes is preventive maintenance to avoid the hassle of taking it to a repair shop when the engine suddenly dies or the lights in the control panel light up.<a href="http://www.bradentonbodyshop.com/"> Bradenton Auto body </a>staff would be more and happy to assist consumers with different tricks of the trade to maintain your car.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.peoriavw.com/">Peoria Volkswagen</a> and <a href="http://orilliavw.com/">Orillia Volkswagen</a> encourage consumers to invest an little time in researching different tips for keeping car maintenance on an Volkswagen or any other vehicle.<br /><br />Before going out for a drive, it is wise to check the brakes, the tires, the oil and the steering system to make sure that everything is normal.While driving the car, you hear a sound or noise that was not there before, take it to your mechanic or local repair shop to have it checked.<br /><br />Have the mechanic check all the parts or the of the ignition system for usual nosie, for example: check the spark plugs as their condition is a very good indicator of how the engine is performing. They should be changed every 100,000 miles but there is no harm in checking them every 30,000 miles just to be sure that everything is alright.<br /><br />The rotor and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributor">distributor cap</a> are made up of plastic, which deteriorate over time due to wear and tear. To make sure that not causing any problems when starting the vehicle have them checked.<br /><br />The filter acts as a deterrent against rust and other harmful objects that may disrupt the performance of your vehicle. There several filters such as those for oil or fuel. These filters should be checked frequently – about every 3,000 miles.<br /><br />The car’s mileage can be checked by calculating the amount of fuel purchased and the miles driven as shown by the odometer before and after fueling. If there is a sudden change in the number of miles per gallon, be concerned and take the car to the repair shop for analysis.<br /><br />In the event that the car’s sensor lights come on, pull the car over to the side of the road. Then call for help. There is a possibility that the problem can be remedied there or it may have to towed to a repair shop.<br /><br />Even if a car come with better and smarter engines, the possibility of something going wrong is still there. By taking every precaution, the driver can get to the place where he wants to go safely.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn8o9XRcAbBfB3xG-wuuSdoYSDbmbh5WRpBhuY3hf57VDcmt65zyCuuXK-A1lz2jlDPgqK4tq4K_BYboNh0tkK5dJNA60okgqUgZpCYNoAS_KNt3esZXnBGFClpj7cmch22zcYisXuQA/s1600/spark+plugs.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 179px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn8o9XRcAbBfB3xG-wuuSdoYSDbmbh5WRpBhuY3hf57VDcmt65zyCuuXK-A1lz2jlDPgqK4tq4K_BYboNh0tkK5dJNA60okgqUgZpCYNoAS_KNt3esZXnBGFClpj7cmch22zcYisXuQA/s320/spark+plugs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5548028234532437522" border="0" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-4926597219643110792010-11-15T10:13:00.000-05:002010-11-15T11:56:40.581-05:00Which Has The Best Safety Features: Malibu or Matrix?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOLEkw3mOPkT5ip1zS6lWapHePQvgkS5uvkXZ70zSvTgKAoKzId3syt9hZICFNAPp_P3wiL4SnoRb7mvB2XenyUtYFagJz8a9WvSiKp523WrWc_CDQEBHJI_8cCZ_TIPsrcIDrDqbtWpI/s1600/Chevy+Malibu.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 269px; height: 187px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOLEkw3mOPkT5ip1zS6lWapHePQvgkS5uvkXZ70zSvTgKAoKzId3syt9hZICFNAPp_P3wiL4SnoRb7mvB2XenyUtYFagJz8a9WvSiKp523WrWc_CDQEBHJI_8cCZ_TIPsrcIDrDqbtWpI/s320/Chevy+Malibu.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539820605024970594" border="0" /></a>The 2011 Chevy Malibu, much like the Dodge Challenger at <a href="http://www.hatchmotorco.com/">Dodge Dealer Flagstaff</a>, is a mid sized sedan, and is a great family car. This sedan comes equipped with the latest safety technology that includes, driver and passenger airbags, front side and second row side airbags, and head protection for both front side and second row sides. Also they have side head curtain airbags. As for it's general safety features on the Malibu, it comes standard with side guard door beams, safety roll bar, trunk anti trap device, and panic button, and alarm remote. For your child's safety, the Malibu has <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_safety_lock">child safety door locks</a>. When it comes to theft prevention, and the safety of your vehicle when you aren't occupying it, this sedan comes standard with vehicle anti lock out device, selective locking and unlocking, and valet lock out. Another useful system for if in the case your car is stolen, is the vehicle theft tracking and notifications.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZPtXSeILhdQU5w2gOkC8-3gpYjPAgrZBGFiziLGq3ltjubpUe3KgQ-AjD3JFiBakz8UjDjl9oWcPCnwE74RMnDrU5Oz0Jazq2pOt1ryGeMBgKFst8Vqr46hK2t3LzU6PYRjqJv5em2A0/s1600/Toyota+Matrix.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 276px; height: 183px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZPtXSeILhdQU5w2gOkC8-3gpYjPAgrZBGFiziLGq3ltjubpUe3KgQ-AjD3JFiBakz8UjDjl9oWcPCnwE74RMnDrU5Oz0Jazq2pOt1ryGeMBgKFst8Vqr46hK2t3LzU6PYRjqJv5em2A0/s320/Toyota+Matrix.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539821102134342978" border="0" /></a>The 2011 Toyota Matrix is newly up to date on it's safety features. A lot like the Ford Fiesta of <a href="http://www.jackyjonesflm.com/">Knoxville Ford Dealers</a>, the Matrix has it's standard front advanced airbags with occupant classification sensor, front seat side impact airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags. When Toyota thought about safety in the Matrix, they went above and beyond their expectations. They incorporated side impact door beams, energy absorbing steering column, and a direct tire pressure monitoring system, all into this new Matrix. For safety that adjust to your height, Toyota made a three point seat belt for all positions, front <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seat_belt">pre tensioiners</a>, front force limiters, and front adjustable shoulder belt anchors. When it comes to child safety, the Matrix has child protector rear door locks, and the lower anchors and top tether anchors, also known as the <a href="http://www.car-safety.org/latch.html">LATCH</a> system. This system is a way to secure a child safety seat to the vehicle using straps from the child safety seat that connect to special metal anchors in the vehicle. You can find this system in must vehicles, like the ones at <a href="http://www.keycars.com/">Hartford Hyundai</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-38842431605258099182010-11-09T19:04:00.001-05:002010-11-09T19:04:10.789-05:00Aftermarket Bumper Safety and CAPA<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img width='329' height='397' src='http://lh4.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TNnhbfrVUsI/AAAAAAAAAQo/8LJesUa1DKk/%5BUNSET%5D.gif?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>A lot of us like to save money on our <a href='http://www.cedartownford.com/'>Centre Ford</a> vehicle by using aftermarket parts in the event of an accident. Many consumers think it is perfectly safe to use an aftermarket bumper, grille, fender, or other cosmetic part. Your car from <a href='http://www.saratogahonda.com/'>Albany Honda Dealers</a> comes with a set standard of parts that have been rigorously crash tested. When you put on a foreign part from a mass producing company, there is no way to know if those parts are as safe as the original. While some parts of your car truly are cosmetic and you can save a lot of money at <a href='http://www.saginawvalleyflm.com/'>Burton Ford Dealers</a> by opting to upgrade your entertainment components through aftermarket companies, some pieces that you choose to replace should be from the original manufacturer. <br/><br/>One of the most important pieces on your car in terms of safety is the bumper, and the <a href='http://www.iihs.org/about.html'>Insurance Institute for Highway Safety</a> has been telling consumers this since 1987. The bumper is one piece of equipment that has a significant role in keeping you and your passengers safe. The IIHS and <a href='http://www.nhtsa.gov/VRTC'>National Highway Traffic Safety Administration</a> spend a lot of time, money, and resources when they perform their crash test ratings. That fact alone makes them a trusted source and someone we will believe. <br/><br/>The IIHS is suggesting that aftermarket bumpers can be perfectly safe and will hold up in a crash as well as the original provided that the aftermarket is made identically to the original. This means that there needs to be the same material used, the same dimensions all around, and the same construction assembly process. This is entirely possible and the <a href='http://www.capacertified.org/'>Certified Automotive Parts Association</a> (CAPA) has begun setting standards and giving their stamp of approval to the products that match the original manufacturer parts. <br/><br/><br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=ca8ba42a-48ef-8850-8d6a-d48f1b452113' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/iihs%20capa'>iihs capa</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/nhtsa'>nhtsa</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/iihs%20aftermarket%20parts%20safety'>iihs aftermarket parts safety</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/aftermarket%20part%20safety'>aftermarket part safety</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/capa%20bumper'>capa bumper</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-4235495113700728182010-11-06T23:30:00.000-04:002010-11-06T23:59:11.947-04:00Safe Driving Tips for Children;<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vGT0PWLIYhA/TNYkC_plk3I/AAAAAAAAAzg/LaZm2Uoeq54/s1600/car_seat.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 226px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vGT0PWLIYhA/TNYkC_plk3I/AAAAAAAAAzg/LaZm2Uoeq54/s320/car_seat.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536652425762804594" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>There are many things to consider when you are driving infants or small children even in a vehicle purchased from a <a href="http://www.bommaritonissan.com/">Nissan Oakville</a> dealership or other that has safety features. Not following proper <a href="http://www.edmunds.com/ownership/safety/articles/">safety tips</a> for children can lead to a serious injury in an accident or worse, and following the proper tips can result in your child being properly protected in an accident. Even vehicles purchased from a <a href="http://www.centurywestbmw.com/">BMW Dealer Inglewood</a> with excellent safety features require you to follow safety protocols in order to protect children.<br /><br />Before driving your vehicle purchased at <a href="http://www.burnsvilletoyota.com/">Glencoe Toyota</a>, check out the recommendations by the <a href="http://www.nhtsa.gov/">NHTSA</a> about how to drive safely with children in a vehicle. If you have an infant that weighs less than 20-22 pounds, or who is less than one year old, the infant should ride a seat facing the rear of the vehicle. This protects the infants head in the case of an accident and back as well. The seat is placed in a 45 degree reclining angle.<br /><br />Children that are over one year old and between 20 to 40 pounds can ride with a forward facing position with straps and a booster seat. Children that weigh over 40 pounds should have the straps removed and the seat is used as a belt positioning booster. Children that weigh between 40 to 80 pounds should ride in a belt positioning booster seat. These are used with a lap and shoulder belt across the child, and the shoulder belt should fit snugly on the child's chest.<br /><br />Booster seats can be used until the child can sit on their own with their back against the cushion with their knees bent over the seat cushion edge and with their feet on the floor. Children who are age 12 and under must be properly restrained in the back seat. The child seat instruction manual may have different directions and it should be read before you make any choices, and also read the <a href="http://www.edmunds.com/ownership/howto/articles/120189/article.html">vehicle's manual</a> for instructions on how to set up child safety seats with your particular vehicle.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-67093617589951209622010-11-04T15:12:00.000-04:002010-12-01T10:27:39.392-05:002011 Volkswagen Beetle Safety Features.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieZ3swkFCsI4EpzQKZlWb-KHBbSUEt7RqW4WdHTTcqmepYHtWEQI1uLkbyDlU7nCuhyphenhyphenH4VmK0VCrBWaZsKgl9iBSO3nRbxi78KKaAjwxQtCW-vUEDSWfA2sM8Yz9lmXFnVNuMh4_5cJos/s1600/Volkswagen+Beetle.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; width: 275px; float: left; height: 183px; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535776073996961154" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieZ3swkFCsI4EpzQKZlWb-KHBbSUEt7RqW4WdHTTcqmepYHtWEQI1uLkbyDlU7nCuhyphenhyphenH4VmK0VCrBWaZsKgl9iBSO3nRbxi78KKaAjwxQtCW-vUEDSWfA2sM8Yz9lmXFnVNuMh4_5cJos/s320/Volkswagen+Beetle.jpg" border="0" /></a>The 2011 VW Beetle, located at <a href="http://www.spradleybarrcheyenne.com/">Denver Used Cars</a>, now has some of the best safety features than most in its class. Almost like the Toyota Matrix, which locks when you put it in gear, the Beetle will automatically lock once you reach about 8 miles per hour. This keeps passengers safe inside the cabin. Just pull the handle twice to unlock the doors or press the unlock button. With i'ts iconic round shape, it gives you a stronger feeling of strength and rigidity for safety. Almost like the Ford Fiesta's rounded shape at <a href="http://www.pohankahyundai.com">Auto Repair Alexandria</a>.<br /><br />The new advanced airbag features includes side airbags in front along with head airbags. The Toyota <a href="http://setbuyatoyota.com/Prius/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=toyota%20prius&utm_campaign=prius">Prius</a>, has these same airbag features in the front just a few more in the back. The VW Beetle comes standard with signal mirrors. The signal mirrors have blinkers built right into them. This helps vehicles to the left or right of you know when you're turning or changing lanes much more easily. As an added bonus, its easier to spot when you've left your blinker on.<br /><br />To help prevent other injuries, this car comes with the deformable steering column which is designed to actually collapse upon impact. With the <a href="http://www.ross-tech.com/vag-com/cars/Immo3-ecu-swapping.html">immobilizer 3</a>, which is part of the theft deterrent system, allows the vehicle to start only if a key with the appropriate coding is inserted into the ignition. Some other standard features are the daytime running lights, <a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Escape-From-the-Trunk-of-a-Car">trunk release</a>, electronic stability control, 4-wheel ABS, and a tire pressure monitor. You can find the tire pressure monitor in most cars at <a href="http://www.smailmazda.com/">Butler Mazda</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-44752394537670041072010-10-26T19:27:00.001-04:002010-10-26T19:27:55.260-04:00Ford and the Largest Recall Ever!<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img height='158' width='395' src='http://lh5.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TMdjZgH3DwI/AAAAAAAAAPE/PxiERhdvrHU/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div><br/>Luckily, some of the latest recall news doesn’t pertain to the vehicles at <a href='http://www.masterchevrolet.com/'>Aiken Chevrolet Dealers</a>, but there is a good chance you could find one of the affected models in their used car inventory. For the past ten years’ worth of vehicles, Ford Motor Company is recalling several of their models. While you probably can get them fixed at <a href='http://www.masterbuick.com/'>Master Buick GMC Repair</a>, if you contact Ford customer service they will direct you where to go to seek service. The problem is related to a leaky cruise control switch that could catch on fire. If that happened, you would definitely have to seek repairs at a shop like <a href='http://www.mastergmc.com/'>Collision Center Augusta</a>, but we don’t know how much they could really help you. <br/><br/>The truly bizarre thing in this recall is that the vehicle could spontaneously catch fire, even if the vehicle is parked and unattended! When the <a href='http://www.switchfires.com/'>cruise control switch leaks</a>, the fluid drips into the antilock brake systems. Once there, it is only a matter of time before the vehicle will burst into flames. It has happened in the past, and Ford continues to urge people to check the <a href='http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_Identification_Number'>VIN</a> of their particular Ford to see if it has been repaired or not. As of right now, out of 14 million vehicles that were part of the recalls, there are still 8.4 million out on the roads driving today that still haven’t been serviced. <br/><br/>The specific models include the larger vehicles; E Series, F Series, Rangers, Explorers, and Windstars. The affected model years range from 1992 up until 2003, so you will want to be overly cautious. This is good advice for anyone who has purchased a used car because you have no way of knowing for sure whether a vehicle has been <a href='http://www.ford.com/owner-services/customer-support/recall-information'>repaired</a> from a recall or not. That is the problem Ford is encountering right now. People have bought these older model vehicles for a very inexpensive price, and they don’t even think that a recall might still be in effect.<br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=30a5245f-b192-8188-a32d-a7216eb15beb' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/14%20million%20ford%20recall'>14 million ford recall</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/ford%20recall%20windstar'>ford recall windstar</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/ford%20recall%20cruise%20control'>ford recall cruise control</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-40126391493105637502010-10-23T19:25:00.000-04:002010-10-23T20:36:10.802-04:00Defensive Driving Tips<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vGT0PWLIYhA/TMN_d5__mJI/AAAAAAAAAzQ/jbLraH7nkrs/s1600/Defensive_Driving1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vGT0PWLIYhA/TMN_d5__mJI/AAAAAAAAAzQ/jbLraH7nkrs/s320/Defensive_Driving1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531404919103264914" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>In order to stay safe in the city or on the highway when you are driving your <a href="http://www.bommaritohonda.com/">Honda Civic Coupe Oakville</a>, you should practice defensive driving. Defensive driving is multi-faceted, and there are many ways for you to avoid accidents by practicing it. Being aware and practicing <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Defensive_driving">defensive driving</a> with your vehicle purchased from <a href="http://www.carlsontoyota.com/">Dayton Toyota</a> or any other dealership will help you prevent accidents and reduce the severity of accidents should they happen. Even if you are driving a vehicle loaded with safety features like those sold at <a href="http://www.getcarsmart.com/">Kansas City Kia Specials</a>, you should practice defensive driving.<br /><br />One important tip to consider when you are driving is to be aware of vehicles that have slowed down or stopped. This becomes even more important when you are turning to perform a <a href="http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/shoulder_check">shoulder check</a> or turning away even for a brief second. A vehicle that was ahead of you can quickly slow down, and you must be watching the road at all times if you are in close proximity to a vehicle nearby you. You should not perform a shoulder check unless you have adequate space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you to avoid a potential rear end collision.<br /><br />Another important safety tip to consider is to be aware of animals while driving. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deer">Deer</a> and other animals can cause serious collisions resulting in injury and serious damage to an automobile. It is important that you are aware of animals crossing the street, and to improve your reaction time you should drive the speed limit. When you are on the highway at night and there are no oncoming cars you should use your high beams so that you have more reaction time to unexpected animals and so that they can see your vehicle from a further distance. Practicing these and other defensive driving tips will help you avoid accidents.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-41866439235095831792010-10-22T13:48:00.000-04:002010-10-22T15:41:54.958-04:00Safety Features on the Latest Model Cars<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1H3U2JbOshi___1C2iiOC75T_DPde4Css1baPUPS0vOuWa9LFCFlPAaTboJfNlW76edE3ZiC5eHvD37Dkcw-nMC92ri9gosAlVoXn_O3JuH9CXUGzVjxQqRPPQ3-CIxCvZZr1-5Nr1Is/s1600/Mazda+6.jpeg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 275px; height: 183px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1H3U2JbOshi___1C2iiOC75T_DPde4Css1baPUPS0vOuWa9LFCFlPAaTboJfNlW76edE3ZiC5eHvD37Dkcw-nMC92ri9gosAlVoXn_O3JuH9CXUGzVjxQqRPPQ3-CIxCvZZr1-5Nr1Is/s320/Mazda+6.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530934460461780914" border="0" /></a>The Mazda 6 of <a href="http://www.bradentonoilchange.com/">Mazda Oil Change</a> has a pre crash safety system that detects on coming obstacles, alerts the driver and if necessary, automatically applies the brakes and pretensions the seat belts to reduce the risk of injury. The radar cruise control system uses a radar sensor to measure the speed and distance of the vehicle in front and automatically controls acceleration and deceleration to maintian a preset distance. Both systems are available as a factory installed set option on the 25ex grade and the 25z grade with automatic transmission.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbZGfS-VjCUzG5SszuGG7RHGXEIP4hr5cotdKi5CxCexpbhQk46Y0ZWAFDSf_s2o_jQFOrGPWz8l_-4GuZa8m4OKbwYmu0ahyphenhyphenwpdFE3ECcip2eBrLxFk-uyTDvGszKPwMHgyFh2qODu8Q/s1600/2vw+jetta.jpeg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 259px; height: 194px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbZGfS-VjCUzG5SszuGG7RHGXEIP4hr5cotdKi5CxCexpbhQk46Y0ZWAFDSf_s2o_jQFOrGPWz8l_-4GuZa8m4OKbwYmu0ahyphenhyphenwpdFE3ECcip2eBrLxFk-uyTDvGszKPwMHgyFh2qODu8Q/s320/2vw+jetta.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530934554088152530" border="0" /></a><br />The 2011 VW Jetta at <a href="http://www.peoriavw.com/">Peoria Volkswagen</a>, has an anti lock braking system known as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anti-lock_braking_system">ABS</a>, hydraulic brake assist, electronic stability control, anti intrusion side impact door beams, and daytime running lights. As for the air bags in the Jetta, this car features driver and front passenger airbags, driver and front passenger side <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/thorax">thorax</a> airbags and driver and front passenger side curtain airbags. For safety that adjust to your height, the Jetta comes with 3 point safety belts in all seating positions with emergency lock re tractors, also comes with front and rear out board pretensioners with load limiters, front height adjustment, rear center safety belt inerlock, rear seat Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children also known as the LATCH system, and child safety rear door locks. To add to all those safety features, the Jetta also comes available with tire pressure monitoring system, collapsible steering column, a trunk escape handle, and a dual note horn.<br /><br />As For the Che<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPt7AEZZtxqYRfeyo1DM5TSnttwYXxwCF-Ieu8nR1MysLaMpy3FlZAsanaIMmxPV7D_di85LYmHH-DJnTOOcfPJPa1DSHAJUTLvySPrmTPUozOm-iRiv39HwNVR5A2jc68l34fSNc7wBo/s1600/chevy+equinox.jpeg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 290px; height: 174px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPt7AEZZtxqYRfeyo1DM5TSnttwYXxwCF-Ieu8nR1MysLaMpy3FlZAsanaIMmxPV7D_di85LYmHH-DJnTOOcfPJPa1DSHAJUTLvySPrmTPUozOm-iRiv39HwNVR5A2jc68l34fSNc7wBo/s320/chevy+equinox.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530934676482678562" border="0" /></a>vy Equinox at <a href="http://www.countrysidemotors.net">Chevrolet Dealer Wichita</a>, the safety of this vehicle has advance technologies to help you avoid collisions including the stabilitrak electronic stability control system with traction control and roll over mitigation, available all wheel drive and four wheel anti lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution. For protection during a collision the Equinox has features like the steel safety cage, six airbags (ten with roll over sensors), and the LATCH system. The equinox comes standard for the first six months with <a href="http://www.onstar.com/web/portal/home?seo=goo_%7C_2008_OnStar_Upfront_%7C_OnStar_Make_%7C_OnStar_%7C_onstar">OnStar</a>. In a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert OnStar even if you can't respond.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-79990484443249055502010-10-20T07:01:00.001-04:002010-10-20T07:01:21.121-04:00Be Safe This Winter!<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img height='228' width='304' src='http://lh6.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TL7LWUQ2PkI/AAAAAAAAAOk/l-KgoozL1cU/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>As winter months are approaching, it is important to remind ourselves how to drive safely in snow and ice. Truth be told, your new car from <a href='http://www.mvford.com/'>Chattanooga Ford Dealers</a> can be equipped with every gadget and safety gizmo in existence, but driving in snow and ice is always unpredictable. There are some simple things you can do to keep your new car from <a href='http://www.mossytoyota.com/'>San Diego Toyota Dealers</a> in good working order for the winter months. And if after reading these tips and you don’t feel comfortable driving in the snow, then don’t! <br/><br/>One of the easiest and most beneficial things you can do to winterize your car from <a href='http://www.nissandarien.com/'>Stamford Nissan Dealers</a> has to do with your wipers and tires. First, clean your windshield inside and outside, making sure to apply a <a href='http://www.rainx.com/'>Rain-X</a> type solution to the outside to help the water bead up. Opt for the tougher windshield wipers and fill your wiper fluid with fluid that won’t freeze. Go to your local tire store and make sure you have 6/32-inch tread on the tires; typical tires have 10/32-inch tread, which is too shallow for snow. Your safety is worth the extra money for snow tires! <br/><br/>While driving, it is most helpful to be <a href='http://www.weather.com/activities/driving/drivingsafety/drivingsafetytips/snow.html'>familiar with the area</a>. Some places around your town are slightly higher in elevation and are likely to freeze first. Snow isn’t as dangerous to drive in as ice is. Pay special attention while <a href='http://www.roadragers.com/tips/driving-on--ice.htm'>driving over bridges</a> or though intersections, as these areas tend to get icy first. Also, keep an eye out for shady spots because they will be icy until the sun hits them. Hitting black ice is one of the scariest things drivers will encounter, and the best thing you can do is to remain calm. Don’t over-correct your steering or you will crash once you are past the black ice. <br/><br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=66dc3530-cc6c-8fda-801d-38329bb7b7a0' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/snow%20ice%20driving%20tips'>snow ice driving tips</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/winter%20driving%20tips'>winter driving tips</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/safe%20driving%20winter'>safe driving winter</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-83791634213653788502010-10-19T14:45:00.000-04:002010-10-19T15:13:42.904-04:00Safety Features of the 2011 New VW Beetle<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsWOVRlMKyXzLEK3H3m29fG-NkRWKeUK7Vcf9py8lWRsCHeI0uBR5L41IpK-atx8EsQmiK0e8xijXVRlB6Qo4skpVb7qT4ZYK6lEllU8M-2jEshiz0buaPP086Th42yNBtD_dbUgC0l1s/s1600/vw.jpeg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 284px; height: 178px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsWOVRlMKyXzLEK3H3m29fG-NkRWKeUK7Vcf9py8lWRsCHeI0uBR5L41IpK-atx8EsQmiK0e8xijXVRlB6Qo4skpVb7qT4ZYK6lEllU8M-2jEshiz0buaPP086Th42yNBtD_dbUgC0l1s/s320/vw.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529835981398954386" border="0" /></a><br />The 2011 VW Beetle now has some of the best safety features than most in its class. Almost like the Toyota Matrix at <a href="http://www.tonss.com/">Lexington Toyota</a>, which locks when you put it in gear, the Beetle will automatically lock once you reach about 8 miles per hour. This keeps passengers safe inside the cabin. Just pull the handle twice to unlock the doors or press the unlock button. With this VWs Iconic round shape, it gives you a stronger feeling of strength and ridgidity for safety. Almost like the Ford Fiest's rounded shape at <a href="http://www.tenvoordeford.com/">St. Cloud Ford Dealers</a>. The new advanced airbag features includes side airbags in front along with head airbags as well. The Toyota Prius at <a href="http://www.titus-willtoyota.com/">Seattle Toyota Dealerships</a> has these same airbag features in the front just a few more in the back as well.<br /><br />The VW Beetle comes standard with signal mirrors. The signal mirrows have blinkers built right into them. This helps vehicles to the left or right of you know when you're turning or changing lanes much more easily. As an added bonus, its easier to spot when you've left your blinker on.<br /><br />To help prevent other injuries, this car comes with the <a href="http://www.freepatentsonline.com/3691865.html">deformable steering column</a> which is designed to actually collapse upon impact. With the <a href="http://www.thefreedictionary.com/immobilizer">immobilizer</a> 3, part of the theft deterrent system, this system will allow the vehicle to start only if a key with the appropriate coding is inserted into the ignition. Some other standard features are the daytime running lights, truck release, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_stability_control">electronic stability control</a>, 4-wheel ABS, and a tire pressure monitor.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-17800101319366091262010-10-19T09:07:00.000-04:002010-10-19T14:05:07.655-04:00Safety Features of the Infiniti QX56<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ5AXwVmohyCsHeE4RVq9kuR4o8H4qBCRgaEx1CXFhj75D1t1PXvO4-kDuiCTafF2BF6sQAmbLN1iJjmSsnbvr-rS_bWS-lzukQh_uolaeRnir2MrN8s77ALXJ84lA9nTVItrtvUstLmg/s1600/infiniti_qx56_2010.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 261px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ5AXwVmohyCsHeE4RVq9kuR4o8H4qBCRgaEx1CXFhj75D1t1PXvO4-kDuiCTafF2BF6sQAmbLN1iJjmSsnbvr-rS_bWS-lzukQh_uolaeRnir2MrN8s77ALXJ84lA9nTVItrtvUstLmg/s320/infiniti_qx56_2010.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529757832724917426" border="0" /></a>The new and improved Infiniti QX56 now comes equipped with some of the newest, and safest safety features. You might think with all these features, that the QX56 might be way over your budget range, but you can find this SUV at <a href="http://www.goldstreetautocenter.com/">used car dealer Manchester</a> for a lot cheaper than the brand new ones. It comes standard with the Infiniti Advanced Airbag System (AABS) includes dual-stage supplement front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification sensors which adjust their inflation rate depending on crash severity, seat occupancy and seat belt usage. This system is much like the system used in the Chevy Traverse at <a href="http://www.gmcity.com/">Chevrolet Dealer Louisville</a>. If the front-passenger seat is empty, a sensor will deactivate the air bag. Most of the newer Honda Accords do this as well. You can compare the two systems at <a href="http://www.hatchmotorco.com/">Honda Dealer Louisville</a>.<br /><br />Driver and front passenger seat comes with mounted side impact supplement air bags, it also comes with roof mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags with rollover sensor for outboard occupant head protection for all three rows. For even more head protection, the front seat has active head restraints also known as AHR.<br /><br />For safety that adjusts to your height and weight, there is 3-point height adjustable front seat belts with pretension and load limiters, drivers seat emergency locking re-tractor (ERL), passengers seat ERL and automatic locking re-tractor (ARL). The third row also comes with the 3-point seat belts with both ELR and ALR. Front row seat belts with pretensioner, load limiters and seat belt reminder. The second row also has the 3-point adjustable seat belts with ELR and ALR.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjKE-4okzfBG_YyJoVGQuvuXs_m0LHU7yNXaE8M3fyHcdEhVUUWDTm7WQepehRBWmCOSzrIfI1OutuKG1pheJKZzE43ojpUXtuGHh7kqJHEaQuk_Rz-biZZ65AWGLpNCeCv-zbYFj7v9k/s1600/infiniti+qx56+safety.jpeg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 259px; height: 194px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjKE-4okzfBG_YyJoVGQuvuXs_m0LHU7yNXaE8M3fyHcdEhVUUWDTm7WQepehRBWmCOSzrIfI1OutuKG1pheJKZzE43ojpUXtuGHh7kqJHEaQuk_Rz-biZZ65AWGLpNCeCv-zbYFj7v9k/s320/infiniti+qx56+safety.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529757355831324274" border="0" /></a><br /><br />For more driving safety, the QX56 has the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_brakeforce_distribution">electronic brake force distribution</a> (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS). Ever find yourself almost in an accident due to not being able to see out of your blind spots? Well this infiniti has the Blind Spot Warning system. It helps alert the driver to a vehicle that your car detects in the blind spot area.<br /><br />The QX56 comes standard with the intelligent cruise control, <a href="http://www.engadget.com/2008/04/21/2009-infiniti-fx35-fx50-to-include-distance-control-assist/">distance control assist</a> (DCA), and vehicle dynamic control (VDC) with traction control system (TCS). For extra brake safety, it has the slide-away brake pedal assembly. Thanks to the Auto hazard warning signals, in the event of the airbags being deployed, the hazard lights will be turned on automatically.<br /><br />When it comes to the safety of your tires, the QX56 has tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with individual tire pressure display and tire inflation indicator.<br /><br />Most importantly, the QX56 comes with Child safety features as well. Its equipped with child safety rear door locks, and comes with Snug Kids, which is the online guide to selecting and correctly installing a child restraint seat for you Infinti automobile. It also has the <a href="http://www.car-safety.org/latch.html">LATCH </a>system also known as the lower anchors and tether for children, and it helps simplify proper installation of compatible child restraint seats.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-69076963784634322262010-10-18T13:10:00.000-04:002010-10-18T13:35:49.143-04:00Latest GM Recall: 2009 and 2010 Chevrolet Impala<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizyEgSiRCjSC9SRnWMLq9YMLL2i9jxDp9-33XoAIKqMKlUGyVj_1tNERHQ1iuV-0BN07Cv8mIDllr5kIPO7yyqnPPLptwEMqzdN7u2l7LNbgdNHvZ8C95YGCtigDBsMf1ZWcm8xhbr2WOT/s1600/GM-Logo.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 306px; height: 237px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizyEgSiRCjSC9SRnWMLq9YMLL2i9jxDp9-33XoAIKqMKlUGyVj_1tNERHQ1iuV-0BN07Cv8mIDllr5kIPO7yyqnPPLptwEMqzdN7u2l7LNbgdNHvZ8C95YGCtigDBsMf1ZWcm8xhbr2WOT/s320/GM-Logo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529435444946847122" border="0" /></a><br />In recent news, there has been a recall early last week by the GM company for the 2009 and 2010 Chevrolet Impala's for a possibly safety defect on the seat-belts. While most will go ahead to their dealer or <a href="http://www.toyotaquicklube.com">car repair Costa Mesa</a>, others may have had enough of this recall business altogether. After all, surely not all car companies have faulty vehicles that miss the fine-tooth comb inspection we all wish every car had, but <a href="http://www.smailpontiaccadillacgmc.com">Smail Pontiac Cadillac GMC</a> does deserve some slack at the same time. Not all car dealerships deserve the brunt end of what the manufacturers are not providing for their consumers.<br /><br />Cars like <a href="http://www.somersetnissan.com">Nissan Altima Coupe New York</a> can be more reliable, but it really is just a matter of picking the needle out of the haystack when it comes to the automotive industry and finding the right car company and car. In this case, the 2009 and 2010 Chevrolet Impalas are not the right needle. 322,409 to be exact, are not the right needle--the amount of Chevrolet Impalas that are being recalled.<br /><br />Most do not realize that there may be a <a href="http://www.ohsu.edu/croetweb/links.cfm?subtopicID=751">safety hazard</a>, and while there haven't been any injuries or deaths related to this safety belt issue, it is still a very serious matter that you want to treat with caution. The best way to handle such is to either wait for your letter in the mail that should be arriving around October 25th explaining the situation in a more formal matter, or just stop by your nearest Chevrolet dealer and they will check both front seat-belts for you.<br /><br />What most dealers are looking for is an installation problem with the front seat-belts webbing that may have not been properly secured to the lap-belt anchor pretensioner that is mounted to the side of the seat. This is a safety problem because if a crash were to occur with these <a href="http://www.unsafebelts.com/">faulty seat-belts</a>, the anchors may separate in a crash and thus cause injury to the passengers within the car.<br /><br />If the dealers find an error with the original installation then manufacturers have instructed the dealers service departments to re-install the anchors free of charge and to also make sure any repairs related to the condition are also to be done free of charge. We will keep you <a href="http://www.consumerblotter.com">posted</a> with the recall as more news is released.Haleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05846280234104692126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-34701143065461190002010-10-15T10:13:00.001-04:002010-10-15T10:13:26.167-04:00Prevent Teenage Driving Distractions<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img height='298' width='397' src='http://lh4.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TLhhE4VceeI/AAAAAAAAAOg/JVZ9MIMMvZ4/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>Teenage drivers may frequent places like <a href='http://www.oakmotors.com/'>Auto Repair Indianapolis</a> more often than they should be doing. Young drivers are more distracted than they were even ten years ago, and the rate of teenage drivers who admit to driving while distracted is astonishingly high. Sure, we still see drivers of <a href='http://www.osmanlmj.com/'>Palm Bay Mercury Grand Marquis</a> driving while talking on their cell phones, and it is that exact kind of behavior that makes teenagers think it is ok to do. There is nothing scarier than driving next to a new driver who is busy trying to text and drive while it is pouring down rain. No matter how safe the vehicles are at <a href='http://www.oakvillevw.com/'>Burlington Volkswagen</a>, if the driver is distracted, then an accident is going to occur, and it is one that could easily be prevented. <br/><br/>Last month, AAA, <a href='http://www.seventeen.com/'>Seventeen Magazine</a>, and the Department of Transportation held National Two-Second Turnoff Day. On September 17th, young drivers were urged to take a mere two seconds and turn off their cell phones before starting their vehicle’s engines. When a survey conducted by <a href='http://www.aaaexchange.com/main/default.asp?categoryid=14'>AAA</a> and Seventeen Magazine found that 86% of teenagers admit to driving while distracted and that 84% of them realized it was dangerous behavior, there is an obvious disconnect going on. We all know that teenagers operate under the belief that they are invincible, but parents and other adult drivers on the road need to be good role models. <br/><br/>According to a representative at AAA, taking your eyes off the road for only two seconds doubles your risk of having an accident. For teenagers who are of driving age, motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death. The surveys conducted also revealed that 36% of teenagers are aware that their distracted driving caused them to have a near-crash and 28% admit to texting while driving. An impressive 60% admit to talking on a cell phone while driving. It is frustrating to hear these statistics given the amount of vehicles that come equipped with <a href='http://www.bluetooth.com/English/Pages/default.aspx'>Bluetooth</a> or some other hands free system. <br/><br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=4a63c910-0289-88e5-b6c6-6207bf082101' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/teenage%20drivers'>teenage drivers</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/teens%20texting%20driving'>teens texting driving</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/driver%20distraction'>driver distraction</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-35438044583792109232010-10-05T16:38:00.001-04:002010-10-05T16:38:39.736-04:00NHTSA Ratings More Stringent<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img height='263' width='394' src='http://lh3.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TKuLxF1_ywI/AAAAAAAAANg/IKEYs_vGuxo/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>Out of 34 of the new 2011 car models tested under the new NHTSA crash test rating system, only two earned a perfect five stars: BMW 5 Series and Hyundai Sonata. That doesn’t mean that your older car from <a href='http://www.waynemazda.com/'>Wayne Mazda Financing</a> that did well in their relative year crash test wouldn’t do well in the new ones or that your vehicle is any less safe. Out of the 34 cars that have been tested so far, the Nissan Versa received only two stars, the Toyota Camry received three, and the remaining 22 received four stars. All of this is good news for places like <a href='http://www.23dodge.com/'>Dodge Butler Rebate</a> because the new crash test scores will help auto engineers make their vehicles even safer than before. <br/><br/>It can be confusing looking at the crash test ratings while you are shopping at <a href='http://www.bobgrimmchevrolet.com/'>Peoria Chevrolet</a>. We are no longer able to compare straight across the board the ratings from 2010 to 2011. A model that got a perfect 5 stars in 2010 is likely only going to get 4 stars for the <a href='http://www.safecarguide.com/exp/usncap/idx.htm'>2011 model</a> year. The new car is not less safe, but too many vehicles were getting perfect scores all the time. While that is good news for consumers and auto engineers alike, it also means that the test was too easy and was due for a face-lift. <br/><br/>The main changes to the crash test ratings include issuing a vehicle an overall score of one through five stars. Also, a side-pole crash has been included in the data. This new test will give engineers a new way to look at data rather than the traditional <a href='http://www.car-accidents.com/side-impact-collisions.html'>T-bone accident</a>. The <a href='http://www.nhtsa.gov/'>NHTSA</a> is incorporating a wider selection of shapes and sizes for the test-dummies. The different size dummies will alert engineers to more areas of weakness in the event of a crash. <br/><br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=2317cded-c8c3-82c5-acd5-b5e7cb0dce56' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/new%20NHTSA'>new NHTSA</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/NCAP'>NCAP</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/crash%20test%20ratings%202011'>crash test ratings 2011</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-8741133336974584192010-10-05T12:42:00.001-04:002010-10-05T12:42:08.168-04:00Theft Prevention Tips!<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='center'><img height='280' width='362' src='http://lh3.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TKtU6CtL3UI/AAAAAAAAANQ/DmcoZT5FYes/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>Now that you have finally bought that new car from <a href='http://www.berteraauto.com/'>Hartford Chrysler Jeep</a> that you've been wanting for the past few months, you will want to keep it safe. Besides the usual routine maintenance, there are some easy to do tips and tricks to help prevent your car from being stolen. It is estimated that approximately 1.2 million vehicles are stolen annually in the United States, and that statistic includes vehicles from <a href='http://www.berteranissan.com/index.htm'>Worcester Nissan</a> and other dealerships. So keep reading and pass on the advice to your friends. <br/><br/>The best advice to prevent theft of any vehicle, including the ones from <a href='http://www.waynehyundai.com/'>New York Hyundai</a>, are to park it in your secure garage at night. Many of us store tons of other items in our garages besides our car, but when you purchased your home you likely didn't plan on using the garage to store old junk (like you are doing now). So, clean it out and start protecting the second most valuable asset you will likely purchase in your lifetime.<br/><br/>Another simple thing you can do is to make sure there are no valuable items visible in your vehicle. There is no reason to taunt thieves passing by your car. Use the trunk, glove compartment, or the under the <a href='http://www.cargogear.com/Organizers/Organizers.aspx'>seat bins</a> that many cars come with or you can purchase after-market. Many vehicles these days come with some kind of anti-theft system already installed. If your car is older or doesn't come with one, consider installing an <a href='http://www.viper.com/'>alarm system</a>. <br/><br/>In case your vehicle does get stolen, it would have been in your best interest to make sure that your VIN (<a href='http://www.vehicleidentificationnumber.com/'>vehicle identification number</a>) is written on the inside of your hood, trunk, and car battery. These items are some of the first to be scrapped by thieves trying to make some extra money, but if the VIN is written on them, it might act as a deterrent so that your car will be in one piece when you get it back. Lastly, make sure you park in a well-lit area and lock your doors each and every time you leave your vehicle unattended. <br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=e79d7daa-4c66-8e0c-9124-40ca2ea81af7' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/theft%20prevention'>theft prevention</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/car%20theft%20prevention'>car theft prevention</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/auto%20theft%20prevention'>auto theft prevention</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/vehicle%20theft%20prevention'>vehicle theft prevention</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7581964545080513899.post-33787813647105910252010-09-27T14:24:00.001-04:002010-09-29T18:06:04.991-04:00Rollover Accident Prevention Tips.<div xmlns='http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml'><div align='left'><div align='center'><img height='309' width='372' src='http://lh4.ggpht.com/_zJZ2NWtgPtE/TKDgWwYUU3I/AAAAAAAAAMk/IaTjXN9eeT0/%5BUNSET%5D.jpg?imgmax=800' style='max-width: 800px;'/><br/></div>There are so many things to take into consideration when you are purchasing a new vehicle. Main topics of concern usually revolve around price, amenities, fuel economy, and safety. That last one is a huge topic for the cars at <a href='http://www.massachusettsvolvodealer.com/'>Volvo Nashua</a>; the Swedish auto maker has been known for making some of the safest vehicles on the roads, even before all the fancy technological advances were put into effect. Safety ratings can be a huge selling point, especially for families or parents of teenage drivers. One of the newest features to be rated by the crash test groups is how well a vehicle does in a rollover accident. If you have an older car from <a href='http://www.menlovetoyota.com/'>Toyota Scion Salt Lake City</a>, you won’t have a scale to compare how well your car does in crash tests. The rollover test went into effect for 2010. <br/><br/>People who drive a boxy steel beast from <a href='http://www.meadorauto.com/'>Dodge Chrysler Fort Worth</a> may not be overly concerned with how their cars do in a rollover accident, but rollover crashes are some of the worst possible. It is true that your type of vehicle is going to be the major indicator of safety during a rollover accident, more so than other types of collisions, it still isn’t the only thing to take into consideration. <a href='http://www.car-accidents.com/rollover-auto-accidents.html'>Rollover accidents</a> tend to involve just one vehicle and usually reflect some sort of environmental situation. However, tall and narrow vehicles like SUVs will have higher centers of gravity than small cars, so they are more prone to rollover accidents. <br/><br/>The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration compiles data so that consumers have a trusted source for information. They estimate that 75% of fatal rollover accidents happened in areas where the <a href='http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speed_limits_in_the_United_States'>speed limit</a> was set to be higher than 55 mph, and that 40% of the fatal rollovers happen when the driver is excessively speeding. Another factor is drinking and driving; <a href='http://www.cdc.gov/motorvehiclesafety/index.html'>alcohol impairs</a> your physical capabilities and motor skill judgment. <br/><br/></div><br/><br/><div class='zemanta-pixie'><img src='http://img.zemanta.com/pixy.gif?x-id=24fda2c2-dd0a-8bf7-9554-adbd02350c93' alt='' class='zemanta-pixie-img'/></div><br /><br /><p class='technorati-tags'><a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/rollover%20accidents'>rollover accidents</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/rollover%20accident%20prevention'>rollover accident prevention</a>, <a rel='tag' href='http://technorati.com/tag/safe%20driving%20advice'>safe driving advice</a></p></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12773611480884510033noreply@blogger.com0