How Much Did You Pay For Gas?

Go ahead and Plan that Winter Get-A -Way and DRIVE there!

Can you believe that the price of gas is actually DROPPING??

Crude oil has recently  dropped  to the lowest it's been since December 2010.
 
The price of gas is expected to drop to $3.00 by the end of the year.


To find the LOWEST price on gas in your area check out:  http://www.gasbuddy.com/

What Are You Doing For National Car Care Month?

Staying safe on the road depends on more than your skill as a driver. You also need to make sure your vehicle isn't going to surprise you with a tire blowout or breakdown – and that you're equipped to handle emergencies if they  happen.


Your vehicle’s occupants deserve a safe ride. General safety checks before driving, especially on long trips, can help protect you and your passengers. Routine maintenance, including regular tune-ups, oil changes, battery checks, and tire rotations, extends your vehicle life and ensures your vehicle is operating in top shape.

Since October is National Car Care Month, here are some tips to help keep yourself and your passengers safe and sound

• Fluid level check
• Alignment check
• Battery check
• Lights check
• Visual under-hood inspection

Car-Lotta Credit and Car Sales wants to remind you that Automotive safety shouldn’t be an afterthought. We depend on our vehicles to do a lot for us, but new safety technology can’t replace the attentiveness of the driver.

Fall Is Here- Is Your 4 Wheel Baby?

Your vehicle made it through summer, but  like it or not ... winter's coming! Whether it's a matter of repairing the wear and tear of summer or getting ready for those colder days ahead, autumn is the ideal time for automotive maintenance and repair. 

                Here are some tips about getting your vehicle ready for winter: 

  Read your owner's manual and follow the manufacturer's service intervals.

  Replace worn wiper blades and keep  washer fluid on hand to fight road salt, grit and other grime.

  Replace worn tires with all-season radials or snow tires, as conditions warrant. Don't forget to check the spare tire and the tire jack.

  If you are not a do-it-yourselfer, find a repair shop with a courteous staff, qualified technicians and modern equipment. Look for a reputable repair facility  to do those jobs you cannot or do not want to perform.

  Engine performance problems such as rough idling, poor acceleration or hard starts should be corrected before cold weather sets in. (This will help you  get better gasoline mileage.)

  Check the condition of your battery and cables, plus the radiator, and all hoses and belts.

  Flush your cooling system/radiator  and refill  as recommended. Be sure to check the level, condition and concentration of your  coolant/antifreeze periodically. (Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled!)

  Check your  heater and defroster to be sure they are in good working condition. Also  make sure your  exhaust system is free of any  leaks which could be  potentially deadly condition in closed vehicles.

  Make sure you  carry emergency gear: flares, boots, gloves, ice scraper, high-energy snacks, a blanket, shovel, flashlight,  and a cell phone.

  

 Remember ... Regular maintenance is the best preventative for winter breakdowns.

What Do You Do With Your Old Tires?

Checking regularly to make sure your tires are  properly inflated, keeping your front end properly aligned  can extend the life of your tires.  Unfortunately... eventually all tires wear out. Most tires have tread-wear indicators that appear when the tire treads are worn down to the legal limit. You  can  do a simple test by placing a penny into the groove. If you can see the top of Abe Lincoln’s head, it’s time to head to the tire store. 

What should you do with your old tires? If you’re a good citizen, you will  dispose of your tires the responsible way, by recycling them.

Americans wear out about 290 million tires a year, and they recycle 233 million of them, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

To find out  how to and where to recycle tires in check out the following link to   DEP's Tire Waste Program:

http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/waste_tire_program/14097/home_(2)/589696

 Checking Tires is just one small part of the safety inspection  Car-Lotta Credit and Car Sales performs on EVERY vehicle before it Front Line Ready to Sell!