How to Avoid The Top 10 Auto Emergencies

Check out this relatively old, but extremely useful article on handling the top 10 driving emergencies. Reading this now could just save you from a worse accident: bit.ly/TzjKtv

 

 

"In this first part, I'll explain how to survive tire failures and stuck throttles. In Part 2, we will tell you how to make an emergency stop and how to drive around an emergency with the help of ABS. Part 3 will explain what to do if you run off the road and will also teach you how to manage sliding front tires or skidding rear tires. And if you think you already know how to handle these emergencies; trust me — you don't."

 

Courtesy of Edmunds.com

Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest

The Mall at Robinson presents its 6th annual "Howl-O-Ween" pet costume contest on Friday, October 19th, benefiting the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society! There will be tons of fun costume categories including look like owner, group theme, most original, most macho, funniest, and cutest pet, so feel free to enter in more than one! Pet parents may pre-register at www.wpahumane.org for $15 per category or at 6:30 PM on the day of the event for $25. It will be a "howl" of a good time!

Zombie Apocalypse at Dark Domain

The Dead Walk! The zombie apocalypse has begun at the Dark Domain! The gateway between the living and the dead has collapsed and a new dimension of fear is upon us! Experience the horror this Halloween season as walkers from the grave seek human victims to devour! Who will be their next meal? Who will be the next to join their ranks? Are you brave enough to find out…?

Come join the frightening fun every Friday and Saturday night in October from 7 PM – 11 PM! Our haunted house is open even after regular Mall hours. The Dark Domain Haunted House is Handicap Accessible, designed to accommodate standard-sized wheelchairs.

The Dark Domain is located at the Cranberry Mall at 6945 US Route 322, Cranberry, PA 16319 (right outside of SEARS).

Visit http://darkdomainhauntedhouse.com/ for more information

Around the Ron Lewis Lots in October

Thank you for visiting the Ron Lewis Automotive Group online! Here's our news from "Around the Lots" this October:

• We are hiring! We're seeking automotive technicians for positions across our dealership group and would like to talk to you whether you have years of experience, or are an apprentice. Email aharding@ronlewisautomotive.com if you are interested.
• Who doesn't want a great deal? This month Chrysler is extending "Ram Power Days" and its "Jeep Celebration Event."  This means great incentives on the 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 Hemi (say that 10 times fast).  With 3x the inventory, we have the best selection of Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram vehicles in Western Pennsylvania!
• Don't miss our new Service and Parts coupons now posted that are redeemable at each one of our locations in Pleasant Hills, Cranberry, Waynesburg and Beaver Falls. Click here for more details.  Now's the time to think about "winterizing" your vehicle before the really cold weather hits.
• What's your favorite car or truck color? I vote for my "Dozer" colored Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.   Annual rankings">Annual rankings on the most popular vehicle colors were just released by PPG Industries, Inc, the automotive paint supplier to General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co. and others. White is the reigning most popular vehicle color, with Silver ranking second.  So maybe "Dozer" isn't in the top 10 list, but I'm liking how the color "pops!"

• This month we'll be finishing the Jeep Grand Cherokee "Go Anywhere, Do Anything" vacation package giveaway on our  Facebook">Facebook page. Take a look at the vacation packages being offered and enter to win!
• Speaking of Facebook, we're celebrating now that we've crossed the 500 fan mark and our $500 Apple Gift Cardwinner has been announced! We're already on the way to 600 and will give another one away with the 1,000^th fan. Thank you for your interest and involvement on our page! We're always looking at ways we can bring you up-to-date car and truck news as well as coupons, free tickets, and dealership event information.

At each Ron Lewis Automotive Group dealership, we strive to make your automotive search, purchase, and/or service experience truly exceptional. Whether you are a first-time driver, seeking a family-friendly vehicle, work truck, or a fun luxury car to add to your collection, we're committed to working with you to find the best vehicle to fit your lifestyle and budget.
We want you to have an exceptional experience at our dealerships that you'll want to tell your family and friends about. We consider all customer feedback an opportunity to give our staff credit where credit is due, or as an opportunity to continually improve our dealerships.

We're here to serve all of your automotive needs.  Let us know how we can assist you today!
Sincerely,
Gwen
Gwen Lewis
Founding Director of Online Operations
Ron Lewis Automotive Group

October Is Car Care Month

October is Fall Car Care Month and there are a few tips that can help you keep your car in top shape for the upcoming Winter season.

The Car Care Council recommends 10 basic maintenance procedures to keep your vehicle operating at its best:

1. Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant.

2. Check the hoses and belts to make sure they are not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear.

3. Check the battery and replace if necessary. Make sure the connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free.

4. Check the brake system annually and have the brake linings, rotors and drums inspected at each oil change.

5. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks, damage and broken supports or hangers if there is an unusual noise. Exhaust leaks can be dangerous and must be corrected without delay.

6. Schedule a tune-up to help the engine deliver the best balance of power and fuel economy and produce the lowest level of emissions.

Read More: http://www.carcare.org/2011/09/fall-into-a-vehicle-maintenance-program/