Halloween Driving Safety Tips

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Halloween is just around the corner and that means lots of little ghouls and goblins will be rushing around the neighborhood to knock on doors and score candy. Add in the fact that it will be nighttime, and many of these kids will be dressed in dark clothing, and suddenly we've got some red flags to think about. Help keep everyone safe by review these Halloween driving safety tips this week!

• Drive slowly! We know it sounds obvious, but if a child decides to dart out from behind a parked car, you'll have little time to stop.
• Keep your eyes peeled! Some costumes can be dark or blend in. Be sure to keep your eyes forward to identify any pedestrians.
• No phones! You shouldn't be texting and driving anyway, but play it extra safe and just leave your phone in your pocket until you're parked. This will help avoid distractions.
• Turn on your lights! Even if it isn't quite dark yet, turning on your headlights will help trick or treaters see you coming.

For your kids:

• Make sure they're visible. Anything you can add to your child's costume to make them stand out for drivers will help keep them safe. Consider reflective tape or clothing, flashlights, and lighter colors. 
• Teach them how to be safe. Sometimes it doesn't hurt to go over the basics... Look both ways before crossing the street, stay in groups, cross at crosswalks, walk, don't run, etc. 
• Be with them. If you kids are younger, be sure to walk with them to ensure their safety.

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5 Things to Prepare Your Vehicle for Spring

This has been a rough winter for many and the warmer sunny days of Spring are a welcome sight. With those warmer days come a change with your vehicle maintenance. We at Larry H Miller Automotive Dealerships want you to be prepared for your vehicle maintenance so we have listed 5 things to prepare your vehicle for Spring: 

• Fluids: Winter weather can deplete your vehicle fluids. Be sure to check the oil, wiper, brake, and antifreeze fluids to make sure they are topped off.
• Tires: Take a full look at your tire tread for any wear and tear. Check for bald spots or any bulges that may have occurred. Check with your owner’s manual for the proper tire pressure.
• Wipers: In winter, wipers get a lot of use in the colder months so invest in quality wipers to keep your sight clear on the roads.
• Battery: Check your battery cables for proper use. Don’t be stuck with a dead battery and no cables for yourself or a neighbor.
• Head and Brake lights: Do a safety check to make sure your lights are not dim or dead.

"Buying in bulk is nothing new. That's the logic behind a Total Care Auto Prepaid Maintenance Plan; pay for necessary maintenance upfront and save money. Regularly maintained vehicles are safer, more reliable, and can make the difference between you being the person stranded on the side of the road and the person that stops to help them. If you sell your car, you can cancel your remaining plan, or better yet, transfer it to the new owner because a car that comes with prepaid maintenance can sell faster and for more money. When it comes to the maintenance of your vehicle, a dollar of prevention is truly worth a hundred dollars of cure. That's the value of Total Care Auto Prepaid Maintenance. "

Larry H. Miller Automotive dealerships are located in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah and Washington.

Find the nearest Larry H. Miller Automotive dealership here at www.LHMauto.com

Lease vs Buy

The time has come to buy another vehicle. Whether you have a growing family, a new teen driver, or just need an upgrade, we all face some decisions when stepping on the lot. 

One of the first decisions is whether to Lease or Buy a new vehicle. We know this can be a big decision for the shopper so we have broken down the basics of purchase and leasing each for you. [tweet this].

Benefits of Leasing

• Smaller (or no) down payment - Getting a great payment is essential to making a car affordable.  

• A new car every few years - Since leases are structured to utilize the most productive period of a vehicle, you will rarely have to worry about maintenance or components of the vehicle failing, warranting costly repairs.  

• No long-term commitment - Leasing give you the opportunity to restart another agreement on a vehicle you want to drive. 

Benefits of Purchasing

• Full ownership of the vehicle at the end of the loan - If you decide to finance your purchase with a loan, when you make the last payment on the loan, you'll own your car and can choose to sell it or continue driving it. 

• No limit on mileage - Leasing gives you a small payment... which means a restriction on mileage.  Mile overage charges can be quite costly.

• Less worry about dents and dings/condition - When you own your vehicle, it is your property.  You will not have to worry about turning in the vehicle in perfect condition.  

If you have more questions or would like to speak to a salesman about your next purchase, you can find your nearest Larry H Miller Dealership HERE.

Larry H. Miller Automotive dealerships are located in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah and Washington.

Find the nearest Larry H. Miller Automotive dealership here at www.LHMauto.com