Spring is Here- Is Your Vehicle Ready?

Did you know that the changing seasons mean different things for your vehicle?



Remember … the interior and exterior of your car are BOTH exposed to different elements during different seasons.

Here are some spring car cleaning tips can help you protect yourself and your investment.

The interior

Prepare the interior surfaces and upholstery of your car for more sun exposure. If you have leather seats, use a good leather protector to avoid any cracking and if you have cloth interiors invest in a product that will help avoid fading from sun exposure.


The exterior

The exterior of your car is exposed to different elements during different seasons. Make sure to rid your car’s exterior of any residue left over from the winter months and pay close attention to your tires, which can also suffer from buildup during the snowy season.


Remember that spring is allergy season. This means that your car will probably be covered in pollen at some point. Pollen build up on your car can not only worsen your allergy symptoms, but impair your vision on the road, so be sure to keep your car washed.


Give your car a thorough inspection

Taking a good look at the underside of your car and inspecting it for any rust or other corrosion. Pay close attention to your fluid levels. Change or refill your oil, wiper fluid, coolant and other lubricants to make sure your car is ready for the warmer months. If you aren’t comfortable evaluating the condition of your car yourself, take it in to a mechanic that you trust.

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March e letter Trivia Answer

Hey Trivia Buffs-


March  Trivia
 Question:    At the March equinox, how many hours of darkness
                 are there in each 24 hour  period, all over the world
  
    Answer :     12 hours of  darkness ( and of daylight)

                     Did you remember to Spring Forward?? 

What topic would you want  the next triva question about ?
      Let me know: mailto:mjayne@carlottacredit.us

Spring = Potholes in Pennsylvania

 Ever wonder about the life of a Pothole??

Potholes begin after snow or rain seeps into the soil below the road surface.The moisture freezes when temperatures drop, causing the ground to expand and push the pavement up. As temperatures rise, the ground returns to normal level but the pavement often remains raised. This creates a gap between the pavement and the ground below it.

When vehicles drive over this cavity, the pavement surface cracks and falls into the hollow space, leading to the birth of another pothole.

You can  report potholes or any other PA  road concerns  by  by calling 1-800 FIX ROAD.

Love Your Car?

Some of us love our vehicles so much that we name them! I had a blue Mustang  called Bessy  (don't even ask me why) . Yours  may not have a crazy name, but it takes you where you need to be so treat it right! .

Here's a  few ways to show a little bit of love to your vehicle: 
 
1) Check the oil. This is the lifeblood of the engine so try  doing this at every other gas fill-up. Change according to the recommended maintence.

2) Check your tire pressures. Too-low tire pressure leads to accelerated tire wear, increased fuel   consumption ( gas is $3.45 per gallon these days)  and, most importantly,  can compromised handling and safety.

3) Detail the car. C'mon, you know that you'll feel better too driving a squeaky-clean vehicle  with no road  salt or cinders all over and no crumbs on the seats.


Tell your car "you're welcome".

Gas is HOW MUCH??

Gasoline is the bloodline that keeps America moving, and tracking gas prices can feel like a roller coaster ride. It seems like they just keep going up-up-up!!!   Plus, they're different depending on where you look.
For a quick look at  the gas prices in your area  visit  http://autos.msn.com/everyday/GasStationsBeta.aspx


This can be a great tool in helping you decide where to "fill  up" !

Children with Special Needs Get Help to Travel Safe

PennDOT is helping hospitals and pediatric practices statewide to ensure children with limited mobility and other special health-care needs can travel safely. PennDOT has invested $91,666 in state funds to purchase 111 specialized car seats through a contract with the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics' Traffic Injury Prevention Project .

Through the contract, 65 Hope Car Beds and 46 Snug Seat Hippo car seats were purchased. The car bed is a crash-tested seat for children with conditions such as spina bifida, scoliosis and other conditions that prevent them from being able to sit in standard car seats. Hippo seats allow children with hip casts to travel in a crash-tested seat.

Seats will be delivered to 49 hospitals and 16 pediatric practices statewide. Each pediatric practice will receive one car bed and each hospital will receive one car bed and one Hippo seat to be loaned to families and caregivers. The seats are expected to last six to 10 years, depending on the model.

To learn more about this program, call 1-800-CAR-BELT or visit  www.DriveSafePA.org.