How Will You Spend Memorial Day?

Memorial Day is a United States Federal Holiday observed on the last Monday of May .


Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. soldiers who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War. It was extended after World War I to honor Americans who have died in all wars.

It has become a long weekend increasingly devoted to shopping, family gatherings, fireworks, trips to the beach, and marks the start of the summer vacation season!



Car-Lotta Credit Car Sales will be closed Monday, May 30th in observance of Memorial Day and will re open Tuesday, May 31st   at 9:00 am.  

 Happy Memorial Day!

Is Your 4 Wheel Baby Ready For Summer?

                      6 Tips for Summer Car Care

With summer coming upon us quickly, there’s no better time to get your used car ready for the heat and traffic the summer has to offer. Remember that keeping up with maintenance can save you money, and aggravation in the long run.

1. Have your vehicle checked by a qualified technician to find any problems before they get worse.
      * Have your coolant levels and coolant checked.
      * Have your brakes inspected.
      * Check your tires for proper inflation, alignment, and wear.
      * Check the battery.

2. Have your oil, oil filter, and air filter changed regularly.
3. Keep your vehicle clean, inside and out, for safety and better gas mileage.
4. Replace wiper blades.
5. Check to make sure all mirrors are operating properly.
6. Keep an emergency kit in the car...with jumper cables, a bottle of water, a quart of oil and a flashlight.

These sound simple but can save you some money and time this summer...enjoy!

Are You Ready For Motorcycle Season?

The warmer weather is here and it is time for  motorcycles to  come out of garages  and riders hit the road.

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation urges all drivers to give riders some space. Here are some hints that  the driver of an automobile  should know about motorcyclists:


1.  There are a lot more cars and trucks than motorcycles on the road
2.  A motorcycle can be easily hidden in a car's blind spots.
3.  A motorcycle may seem to be farther away than it actually is.
4.  Motorcyclists often slow by downshifting or merely rolling off the throttle
5.  Motorcyclists often adjust their position within a lane to be seen more easily
6.  Turn signals on a motorcycle are usually not self-canceling
7.  Maneuverability is one of a motorcycle's better characteristics.
8.  Stopping distance for motorcycles is nearly the same as for cars, but slippery pavement makes stopping more difficult.
9.  When a motorcycle is in motion, see more than the motorcycle.    (The person under  helmet  could be your friend, neighbor or relative)

      Car-Lotta wants to remind you .... Give them their fair share of the roadway and don't follow too close!

Is It Time To Clean Out Your Trunk?

Did you carry a sandbag or other heavy object in your trunk to improve how your vehicle handled in the winter weather ? If the answer was YES .... it’s time to clean out your trunk. Doing this will improve your gas mileage because you lighten your car’s load and this can mean considerable savings at the pumps.

Why not take your four wheel baby  in for a professional wash so that you can rid your  exterior of any residue left over from the winter months.

How Do You Drive ?

Each year  Pennsylvanians and travelers through the state can anticipate seeing many work zones. While PennDOT and is  busy improving the 40,000 miles of roadway and 25,000 bridges in its care, motorists are urged  to keep safety in mind.

Active work zones must be designated as such to notify motorists when they enter and leave the work zone. A white flashing light attached to the “Active Work Zone When Flashing” sign will indicate an active work zone. The flashing light will only be activated when workers are present and turned off when workers are not present.

 The following are a few tips  to keep in mind if you encounter  work zones, 

·         Drive the posted work-zone speed limit.

·         Stay alert and pay close attention to signs and flaggers.

·         Turn on your headlights if signs instruct you to do so.

·         Maintain a safe distance around vehicles. Don’t tailgate.

·         Use four-way flashers when stopped or traveling slowly.

·         Avoid distractions and give your full attention to the road.

·         Always buckle up.

·         Expect the unexpected.

·         Be patient.

Penalty  for NOT driving safely in an active work zone  ......

Car-Lotta Credit wants to remind you that this is for your safety and the safety of the workers.  

Fifteen-Day Loss of License for Driving Dangerously. Motorists caught driving 11 miles per hour or more above the posted speed limit in an active work zone, or who are involved in a crash in an active work zone and are convicted for failing to drive at a safe speed, automatically will lose their license for 15 days.

Fines Doubled/Jail Time Increased. Fines for certain traffic violations – including speeding, driving under the influence, and failure to obey traffic devices – are doubled for active work zones. Also, the law provides for up to five years of additional jail time for individuals convicted of homicide by vehicle for a crash that occurred in an active work zone.