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Holiday shopping safety reminders:

Keep shopping bags out of sight. Put your purchases in the trunk or use a cargo cover to block the view of would be thieves.

If you purchase a big ticket item consider taking it straight home or save that purchase for your last stop while shopping.

Park in well lit areas at night. Have your keys and remote in your hands before you get to your vehicle. Many fobs have…

Antifreeze protects your engine from both freezing in cold weather and overheating on hot days. It's important to keep equal parts antifreeze and water in your radiator. A ratio of 50:50 is recommended which will keep fluids from freezing when temperatures get as low as negative 34 degrees Fahrenheit. Fortunately, you don't need to stand over your engine with a measuring cup: pre-mixed bottles of antifreeze and water are sold at gas…

It depends on the color of the light. A red light means you need to seek service immediately. There are two courses of action to take here. If it's a warning light related to your engine, such as an oil pressure or engine temperature warning, pull over as soon as it's safe, turn off your engine and call your Subaru service center. This can be the difference between an inconvenient tow and catastrophic…

Most of the time the answer is NOW because you are driving in a heavy rain storm and realize that they aren’t doing their job. The next day is sunny and the wipers are forgotten about again until the next storm. Wiper blades and inserts are a maintenance item that should be checked and or changed periodically.

Most manufactures recommend at least once a year.

Wipers should be checked monthly and cleaning with a…

When summer arrives, it’s time for that well deserved vacation. Before you hit the road here are some things you should check.

Check the tires including tire pressure and tread. Underinflated tires reduce a vehicle’s fuel economy and uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. Tires should also be checked for bulges and bald spots.

Check the hoses and belts as they can become cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or show signs of…

Brake fluid naturally absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. As the moisture content increases, the fluids boiling point decreases. Overtime braking performance can deteriorate due to inadequate heat dissipation. In addition, increased moisture content can contribute to deposit formations and corrosion inside brake components. Since Brake fluid moisture absorption is unavoidable, many manufacturers recommend a fluid exchange as part of their service intervals.

Its springtime and everything is renewing and growing. It’s a great time of year unless you have allergies. Cabin or passenger compartment filters reduce the amount of airborne contaminants entering the vehicle and can help your passengers breathe easier. Subaru recommends replacement every 12000 to 15000 and depending on driving conditions intervals may be sooner. If neglected, clogged filters can reduce the amount of air flow from the HVAC system outlets and put increased…

Shocks and struts influence the control and handling characteristics of your vehicle while holding the tires to the road. They control the action of the spring to resist bottoming out -- like when you hit a pothole -- and keep the movement of the springs under control when they rebound. Without shocks and struts, a vehicle would continually bounce and bound down the road, making driving difficult.

How They Work

Shocks provide resistance by forcing hydraulic fluid…

Distraction Prevention vs. Crash Protection; Here’s what we’ve learned:

• Pet travel harnesses come in two forms, those that only prevent distraction and those that provide actual crash protection. Choose wisely!
• Prevent driver distraction! Did you know that distracted driving can be caused by not only your cell phone, but by the family pet? It’s important to be safer together on the road and ensure that your pet is safely harnessed in the…