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Finding the Perfect Family Car

Balance Safety and Comfort

When searching for a family car, it's essential to find one that balances comfort and safety. Popular cars like the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Dodge Durango, Chevrolet Malibu, Tesla Model 3 and BMW 5 Series all offer roomy seating and cargo spaces as well as modern safety features – like Apple CarPlay or Android Auto – at an affordable price.

Advanced Features You'll Love

Climate control systems along with advanced infotainment consoles provide families with extra levels of convenience while on the road. Additionally, the Chevrolet Malibu offers automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist to help you stay safe when driving. For those looking for more performance out of their car, Tesla Model 3s and BMW 5 Series sedans come with impressive zero to sixty times under five seconds as well as excellent ratings on safety features like adaptive cruise control.

Choose the Right Vehicle

No matter what vehicle you choose in the end, remember that comfort and security should always take precedence. Do your research ahead of time to ensure that you're getting what you need from your family car - make sure it matches your lifestyle needs! With careful consideration and fact-checking you can rest assured that you've made the right choice for your family vehicle shopping needs.

Make an Informed Decision

At the end of the day, finding the perfect family car requires research and some careful consideration. Balance safety with comfort to find a vehicle that fits your lifestyle needs – whether that be something with top-notch performance or loaded with modern technology.

 

Shop around on our website and don't be afraid to ask questions!, you can rest assured that our knowledgeable staff can help make sure your family gets the best car for their needs.

Cars Get Cold Too

How To Check Your Antifreeze

It may not cross most people's minds, but checking your car's antifreeze protection level is an important part of regular maintenance. Anti-freeze helps protect your car from damage caused by cold weather, and keeping it at the proper level could save you from costly repairs down the road. In this article, we will show you how to check your car's antifreeze protection level and what to do if it needs to be adjusted.

What You Need

Before you begin, there are a few items you need for the job:

  • An anti-freeze tester: These are usually sold for just a few dollars at any auto parts store.

  • Paper towel or rag: This will help keep the anti-freeze off of surfaces like paint that could get damaged.

  • Ziplock bag: This will help keep dirt out of your anti-freeze tester while you’re not using it.


Step 1: Locate The Reservoir

The first step is to locate the reservoir where your car’s anti-freeze is stored. This is usually in the engine compartment, and it looks like a plastic container with a lid on top (as seen in Figure 1). There should also be a warning label telling you not to open the lid while the fluid is hot – so always make sure that your car has been sitting idle for at least two hours before proceeding! 

Step 2: Testing The Anti-Freeze

Now that you have located the reservoir, insert the end of your tester into the fluid (you may have to use a straw attached to the bottom of the tester). Then pump up and down until about half of the fluid has been drawn up into the glass chamber on top (Figure 2). Now look at how many “balls” are floating on top of the fluid; this number tells you how well protected your car is against extreme cold temperatures (see Table 1 below). Once done testing, pour any remaining liquid into its original container, then wipe off any residue with paper towel or rag. 


Step 3: Storing The Tester

After testing, take a ziplock bag and store your anti-freeze tester in it until its next use. This will help keep dust and dirt off of it when it’s not in use! And don't forget - always remember that antifreeze is poisonous so make sure none gets on any surfaces outside of its original container!   


Checking your car's antifreeze protection level doesn't have to be difficult or complicated; with these simple steps anyone can do it themselves! With regular testing every few months, you'll know exactly how well protected against extreme cold temperatures your vehicle really is - potentially saving yourself hundreds or thousands of dollars in repairs down the line!


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