Car Maintenance: 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' Style

Things You Know About Cars if You Have Seen ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’

·  Cereal is the worst thing to eat in the car.

·  Even though your friends are a great bunch of people, you will probably regret it if you let them borrow your car.

·  Getting in a car accident with someone could lead to romance.

·  If you throw something out of the front window of your car, it will probably get stuck to the side of your car or fly in again through your back window.

·  Never…ever…start a camp fire in a moving truck.

Summer Too Hot to Handle? Not With These Tips!

Summer just got a whole lot cooler. If you always follow these two rules, you’ll always avoid sweating the small stuff.
ALWAYS avoid using your AC for as long as possible. It might be a little uncomfortable, but if you can deal with cracking the windows, it’s a small effort that will save you big down the road. Hunt for underground parking, shade trees, and ALWAYS be sure you’re equipped with a sunshade just in case.
Once you’ve reached that too-hot-to-handle part of summer and begin using the AC in your car, ALWAYS use recirculation mode! You should activate recirculation as soon as you can feel the AC start pumping out cool air. This causes the AC system to recycle the cool air that’s already in the car instead of cooling new hot air from outside. Why make your car work double-time?

Why the Nissan Rogue is for Road Warrior Families

If you’re hitting the road this summer, you should be gripping the steering wheel of a brand new 2014 Nissan Rogue. Compact crossovers line the roads these days, and each one promises to amaze. But the Rogue isn’t about making promises…it sets itself apart without saying a word.

Introducing your road trip saving grace: the Divide-N-Hide system! Anywhere there is space in the Rogue, there is a way to use it. Store it all: beach gear, luggage, toys for the drive—even that pesky laundry that always seems to build up during vacation.  Oh, and don’t forget the scuba equipment, first aid kid, and extra beach towels…you’ll have room for all that too.

A few more examples of how the 2014 Nissan Rogue leaves its competition in the dust? The 2014 Rogue seats seven PLUS boasts an optional third-row seat, zero-gravity technology makes holiday road trips like riding on a cloud, not to mention that the the newly-designed interior is advanced enough to impress–but not overwhelm.

Visit our online inventory to find a 2014 Nissan Rogue that’s a perfect fit for your family!

Find Out What Your Car Color Says About Your Personality

Red: Outgoing and High Energy
There’s something about the color red is impossible to ignore.  If your car is sporting this paint job, you are likely quick-witted, bold, and dynamic.  You think on your feet and tend to make snap decisions that somehow always work out.  If you like to be center stage with all eyes on you, red is the perfect shade for you.

Black: Classic and Elegant.
Black is truly a timeless color. Not only is it simple and versatile, it is an unmistakable symbol of power. If you are the owner of a black Cadillac, you probably have very classy taste in clothing and appreciate the finer things in life.  You have an impressive talent for knowing the appropriate time to speak your mind.

Blue: Trustworthy, Calm, and Patient
Much like the ocean on a bright sunny day, blue car owners tend to be cool and calm.  If your ride dons this color, you are a humanitarian.  People describe you as trustworthy, sensitive, and caring. When you make friends, they are lifelong connections.

White: Direct, Organized, and Clean
Generally, if you drive a white vehicle you probably insist upon keeping your office space, home, and vehicle in pristine condition. White isn’t able to camouflage very much when it comes to mud and dust, so you definitely know the value of caring for your things.  Some might describe you as being high-maintenance.  We’d describe you as selective.

Ladies, Can You Drive a Manual? It’s Time to Learn

Ladies if you can't drive a manual car, now is the perfect time to learn. Still need some convincing? Here are a few reasons why you should venture into the land of three pedals.

• It is a lot of fun.
• You will get major brownie points with guys and your girlfriends will be impressed too.
• It is a good skill to have in case of an emergency.
• You will be seen as car savvy.
• You will be able to drive any car you want.

So what are you waiting for? Go make Danica Patrick proud.

Best Defensive Driving Tips

1. Avoid distractions. Texting is always a no-no. But there are other hazards as well such as eating, music, and passengers. Seems simple, but an once of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

2. Don't drive when you are sleepy. It's hard to gauge how tired you are sometimes but if you have not gotten much sleep, or you feel fatigued it is probably best to avoid driving. If you are already on the road and you start to get white line fever or begin to nod off, pull over and rest for a while.

3. Wear your seatbelt. Even if you are a safe driver, it is better to be overly cautious than to be under-prepared. Fortunately, many cars have insistent warning chimes to remind you and your passengers to buckle up.

4. Keep your distance. If the car ahead of you slams on their breaks, this will give you more time to react and avoid disaster.

5. Do regular maintenance on your vehicle. When your vehicle is roadworthy, you will be too.

The Road Trip Playlist Formula

The perfect road trip requires a perfect playlist. Here are the top five tips to make sure your playlist is well-tuned when the rubber hits the road.

1. Burn your playlist onto a CD so you can give it as a gift or keep it as a memory of your trip.
2.  Variety is the spice of life. Be sure you have a mix of old favorites, new ear worms, and crowd favorites. An eclectic selection works well with the spontaneity of road trips and enhances your sense of adventure. 
3.  If you have passengers, make sure that their tastes are taken into consideration and their musical tastes are represented. Or, work from multiple playlists and take turns being DJ.
4. Keep it positive. Good tunes make for good moods. The music you listen to on your trip is an integral part of your experience and these songs will be connected with the trip in your memory.
5. Keep the flow of the music in mind. Start with something spunky and upbeat, keep longer songs for the middle when you will have longer stretches of road, and be sure to end with something epic.