Memorial Day 2020

 Memorial Day is known for being the unofficial start of summer. The three-day weekend usually involves a backyard barbecue, and  most importantly, time spent with family (and maybe even friends, if your area has eased social distancing restrictions!).

 

 

It's important to remember that this holiday is about so much more than a cookout. First and foremost, it's observed to remember those who fought for our freedom—the heroes who gave their lives to protect the prosperity of our country. We hope you'll choose to pause and remember them this year, and to remind your children and family members to do the same.

 

 

 We all know that the holiday comes around every May, but its exact date changes year to year. This year, Memorial Day is on Monday, May 25, 2020. The date changes every year, but there actually is a method to the madness: Memorial Day is always held on the last Monday in May.

Car-Lotta Car Sales  will be CLOSED on
Monday, May 25th 2020 in observance of Memorial Day.

We will RE OPEN on Tuesday, May 26th 2020 at 9:00 AM.

Is Your Registration Or Inspection Expired

PennDot Extends Expiration Dates to June 30, 2020

PennDOT Extends Expiration Dates on Vehicle Registrations, Vehicle Inspections


 – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that expiration dates for vehicle registrations and safety and emission inspections will be extended for Pennsylvania residents in response to statewide COVID-19 mitigation efforts.
Deadlines on the following products will be extended effective May 12, 2020:
• Vehicle registrations of all classes which includes, but not limited to, mass transit vehicle registrations, apportioned vehicle registrations, fleet vehicle registrations, dealer plate registrations, temporary registrations and biennial farm exemption certificates scheduled to expire from March 16 through May 31, 2020, the expiration date is now extended through June 30, 2020.
• Safety inspections and emissions inspections scheduled to expire from March 16 through May 31, 2020, the expiration date is now extended through June 30, 2020.
• Persons with Disabilities parking placards scheduled to expire from March 16 through May 31, 2020, the expiration date is now extended through June 30, 2020.


These extensions are in addition to those announced on May 1 related to driver’s licenses, photo ID cards, and learner's permits scheduled to expire from March 16, 2020 through May 31, 2020 – these products are also extended through June 30, 2020. A camera card is considered a driver's license, so it is covered by the same terms and conditions extending other driver's license products.
Additionally, limited services are available at some Driver License and Photo License Centers. For a list of open driver license and photo license centers and the services provided, as well as their hours of operation, please visit www.dmv.pa.gov.

Customers may continue to complete various transactions and access multiple resources online at www.dmv.pa.gov. Driver and vehicle online services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and include driver's license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals; driver-history services; changes of address; driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters; ability to pay driver license or vehicle insurance restoration fee; and driver license and photo ID duplicates. There are no additional fees for using online services.

PennDOT will continue to evaluate these processes and will communicate any changes with the public.

We Are Open For Online Sales

We are extremely happy to announce that we have reopened

for Online Sales!!!

Our limited hours for the month  of May are

Monday through Friday from 9:00 am till 5:00 pm

 

Here's what YOU need to know:

 

We are using all of our online/internet resources to do as much as possible.

We are scheduling appointments to limit the amount of people in our offices

This can be done via phone or through our Facebook Page or Website.

We will continue practicing social distancing.

 

You MUST WEAR A MASK to enter our office. We will be wearing them too.

 

We may ask to take your temperature.

 

We have SANITIZED WORK AREAS with sneeze shields.

The inventory has been detailed, and sanitized.

Customer Service Representatives are available Monday thru Friday from 9:00 until 5:00 so you to keep them informed on your financial situation during this difficult time or to process payments. 
                   The telephone number is 570.714.1971.

Our Service Coordinator is avail to discuss service issues.  Service appointments will be on a very limited basis.                     The telephone number is 570.954.2279.

 

 

 

 

  Car-Lotta reminds you …..            Please Be safe, Be cautious, Be kind.

Has Your ID recently expired?

 

 

PennDOT Extends Expiration Dates on Driver Licenses, ID Cards, and Learner’s Permits

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that expiration dates for driver licenses, identification cards, and learner’s permits, will be extended for Pennsylvania residents in response to statewide COVID-19 mitigation efforts.

Effective April 30, 2020, expiration dates for driver licenses, photo ID cards and learner's permits scheduled to expire from March 16, 2020 through May 31, 2020, are now extended through June 30, 2020.

These extensions are in addition to those announced  on March 27.

Additionally, all Driver License Centers and Photo License Centers and the Harrisburg Riverfront Office Center in Pennsylvania are closed until further notice effective close of business on Monday, March 16

As a reminder, customers may complete various transactions and access multiple resources via the Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.pa.gov. Driver and vehicle online services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and include driver's license, photo ID and vehicle registration renewals; driver-history services; changes of address; driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters; ability to pay driver license or vehicle insurance restoration fee; driver license and photo ID duplicates; and driver exam scheduling. There are no additional fees for using online services.

 

Do You Use Rideshare Or Public Transportation?

Many people use rideshare or public transportation. 

We suggest :  
 
 

    Avoid using rideshares or public transportation if alternatives are available

      Avoid touching as many surfaces as possible & keep your hands off your face

       Opt for using credit or debit cards instead of cash (money harbors many germs)

         Sit as far away from other passengers as possible

        Bring sanitizing wipes and wipe down seat belts, door handles, arm rests, etc.

                Wash hands with soap and water for 20 seconds as soon as possible after exiting any form of transportation  / Use hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol.
 
                  Car-Lotta reminds you to stay safe!!
 
 
 

 

What Shoud You Pay Attention To When You Sanitize Your Vehicle?

         Clean and sanitize your vehicle after every trip. That way if you need to use your vehicle in case of an emergency, it will be ready to go.

Here are a few  frequently touched vehicle surfaces to pay attention to:

   

    Car keys & fobs

    Exterior and interior door handles

     Steering wheel

     Power ignition button, window switches, radio, GPS, other buttons & dials

    Gear shift

     Seat belts & seat belt buckles

    Car seats & booster seats

    Air vents

    Cup holders

   Grab handles

   Head rests

   Seat pockets

         Keep sanitizing wipes/cleaner in your vehicle to regularly clean vehicle surfaces and use while running essential errands.

 

 

   Carlotta reminds you to always wash your hands for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol before you drive or ride in a vehicle. Make sure all passengers do the same.

 

Do You Have To Go Out?

 

The best defense for preventing the spread of COVID-19 is to stay at  home and practicing social distancing whenever possible. If you have to leave home, please be sure to follow a few safety tips to protect yourself and your family.

 

·         Do not ride inside a vehicle with someone who has or suspects they may have COVID-19. The virus can be spread by sharing air space or touching surfaces an infected person has come in contact with. The virus can stay on surfaces found in cars for days.

·         Wearing disposable gloves, use soapy water to clean vehicle surfaces prior to wiping down surfaces with a disinfectant. This removes grease and dirt allowing you to effectively sanitize.

·         Clean and sanitize your vehicle after every trip. That way if you need to use your vehicle in case of an emergency, it will be ready to go.

 

                    Car-Lotta reminds you to stay safe!