Safety Tips for Ensuring Your Road Trip Goes off Without a Hitch

Planning in advance for potential troubles on the highway are the best way to make certain you arrive at your destination safely. Consider the following road trip safety tips before you leave:

Take a closer look at the spare tire to ensure it is inflated and keep a couple of items to fix a flat in the trunk if more than one tire loses air.

Purchase a gallon of engine coolant and keep it in the car in the event that the vehicle overheats...

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Winter Emergency Kit for Your Vehicle

Winter's cold weather presents some extra issues when it comes to being prepared on the road. To be as prepared as possible, always have your cellphone with you and keep the following items in your vehicle in addition to items you would normally carry:
  • Jumper cables
  • Flares
  • Flashlight with an extra set of batteries
  • Matches in a waterproof container
  • Mirror (for signaling)
  • First aid kit
  • Containers that can be used for radiator water and gas
  • Tire chains
Plus for the driver and each passenger:
  • Hand warmers and foot warmers
  • At least one bottle of water
  • Breakfast or protein bars…
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Keeping You and Your Family Safe on the Road

Safe driving isn’t just about being defensive, paying attention to your surroundings, or resisting the urge to text or use your phone behind the wheel. Safe driving also involves making sure that you have your vehicle in top working condition so that you can rely on it in every situation you encounter on the road.

If it has been a while since your last vehicle safety inspection, why not come into the dealership and let our team of professional auto service technicians take a look at your cars most important safety systems to ensure that they are up to…
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Typical Signs of Tire Wear

It is usually poor tire maintenance that leads to premature wear and tear on tires. This is usually the case for blowouts and flat tires. Faulty wheel alignments and worn suspension parts can also play a role in tire performance and wear. Look for the following signs of tire wear...

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Don't Ignore Your Car’s Warning Signs

If your check engine light comes on, don't panic. It's your car telling you that something might be wrong with your vehicle, but it doesn't essentially mean that something major is wrong with it. Still, you should get it checked out as soon as you can. This is particularly important if the light is blinking. You should take your vehicle in to see a professional so they can perform the correct diagnostics. It is also imperative to be sure that you aren't getting the check engine light confused with the service engine light, which only simply…

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Scheduled Maintenance, a Physical for Your Vehicle

You want to keep in shape and for this you see a doctor for regular physicals. Your vehicle is no different except it can't verbally let you know when something is wrong. That's why it's so important to keep a regular maintenance routine with a certified dealership.
Today, there's so many maintenance issues dealing with your vehicle's well-being. Oil, engine, transmission, tires, brakes, suspension, right down to the smallest items like windshield wipers will need regular inspection.
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Don't Get Stranded On The Side Of The Road

No one wants to be that person on the side of the road with the overheating car. There could be a number of reasons why that steam is coming out from the hood of their car. Often times, it is due to the fact that the driver did not change their oil.
Changing your oil is a very important part of regular car maintenance. There are two kinds of oil: conventional and synthetic. Conventional oils don't have a lot of extras added to their natural consistency. They are usually best for cars with limited commutes and normal driving conditions…
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Why the Passat is a Great Car for Indiana University Students



If you had the pleasure of reading our last blog post, then you’ll remember how we spoke about the diverse lineup of trim levels available for the Volkswagen Passat sedan. Our discussion of these trims, however, was related to our new vehicle inventory in Bloomington. In our inventory, we carry several Passat models in stock, including different trim levels. Since each trim level has a unique selection of interior and exterior features available, the benefits and prices of our individual Passat sedans vary. Something else that varies 

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The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas was Made to Satisfy the Needs of Modern American Families

For the last four years, Volkswagen has committed itself to designing a new Volkswagen model that would take the needs of the "modern American family" in to consideration while also providing its customers with the ultimate SUV. Fortunately, with the introduction of the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, our team members can say that the automaker was successful. To learn more about the all-new Volkswagen Atlas, we encourage you to read on below:

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