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Looking for a great New Year’s resolution for your vehicle? Don’t stress - we have you covered right here on this week’s blog from start to finish. We know your resolutions alone might be hard to tackle but we guarantee that these resolutions will keep you happy and your wallet fat thanks to routine maintenance for your Nissan! Let’s get started and be sure to schedule your service appointment online today! Oh, and don’t forget to snag a service special to help save a little cash when you stop in to see our team! Don’t Neglect Car Maintenance If you didn’t keep up with your regular car maintenance in 2019, your first new year’s resolution should be to call your mechanic! Yes, I know keeping up with car maintenance can be a pain, but when you don’t keep up with it bigger problems can arise. And it isn’t cheap. Schedule a service appointment today or stop into Loughead Nissan today for your service needs! Learn To Do Basic Maintenance Yourself 2020 is the year of DIY and if you’re tired scheduling maintenance and spending money on service, there is no better time than now to make it a new year’s resolution to learn how to do it yourself! Start with something small, like learning to replace your windshield wipers. It usually needs to be done twice a year and is important for road safety. It’s an easy goal for the new year to accomplish quickly. End Distracted Driving According to the DMV, on average 9 people are killed by distracted driving every day. Most people think that distracted driving means texting and driving but it actually refers to anything that can take your full attention away from the road. This includes reaching for something, changing the music, using an app, checking your GPS or map, taking a photo, checking email or posting to social media, eating and drinking, and even putting on makeup/grooming Make this resolution to drive less distracted to keep you and others on the road safer. Keep Your Car Clean For some of you keeping your car clean comes naturally, but for the rest of us, it is a daily challenge. If your car is a mess going into the new year learn how to declutter your car and prevent future clutter. First, remove everything from your car that you do not need. Second, organize those important papers in your car and rid of the papers you don’t need. Throw out old receipts, coupons, and other miscellaneous papers. Then find the important documents like your registration, insurance, and owner’s manual and put them in a safe spot. Third, give your car a deep clean after you’ve decluttered it. Vacuum the seats and floor, wipe down windows, and take it through a car wash.

With the weather warming up and vacation brain setting in, it’s time to start planning your next road trip! But, long hours in the car can get a bit boring if you don’t have anything to do between stops on your journey. That’s why this week we are bringing you a list of our top five favorite road trip activities that will help pass the time while keeping everyone from asking, “are we there, yet?” So, take a look at our list below, and be sure to not waste a minute of your next trip! Need a new Nissan to get your family on the road in the upcoming seasons? Take a look at our new available inventory online and schedule your test drive with a member of the Loughead Nissan team today! Loughead Nissan’s Top 5 Road Trip Activities: This one is a simple one that’s quick and easy! Bring a gaming device! Whether it’s a handheld console, an iPad, or even an iPhone to play your favorite games is a great way to help pass the time! Make a road trip playlist! Get together all the songs that you love to belt out while driving down the highway with the windows rolled down and rock out on the road! Bring lots of snacks! Vacation calories don’t count and snacking is a great way to combat boredom and make sure that you don’t forget to eat in all of the excitement of your travel! Download an audio book or true crime podcast and the hours will fly by! But make sure the book or podcast isn’t too melodic or calming as it could easily lull you into a dangerously drowsy state. Switch to the radio if you begin to feel too tired! Car games! Old fashioned but fun, car games are a great way to pass time while on road trips! 20 questions, ISpy, the Suitcase Game, whichever you prefer, whip up some easy entertainment with these simple games!

The snow is falling, winter is here, and we’re ready to conquer this winter with ease thanks to these five life hacks on this week’s blog. Whether you’re traveling or staying near this season, we encourage you to freshen up your winter skills and put them to good use. Need further assistance? Give us a call or schedule an appointment with our team online today. Ready to upgrade into a brand new Nissan?! Even better! We have plenty of brand new incentives happening right here at the dealership this winter. Check out those deals on our specials page and hurry on by to see our team for a test drive at your convenience! Emergency Kit: It’s always a good idea to be prepared in the event of an emergency, especially in the winter months. We encourage you to keep an extra coat, warm hat, gloves, and extra socks in your vehicle. It’s a good idea to keep a blanket, phone charger, flashlight, bottle of water, and a small non-perishable snack. Stop Foggy Windows: Foggy windows are no stranger in the winter season. And they can lead to potentially dangerous situations. Roll down your windows to quickly defog those windows or keep a clean chalkboard eraser in your vehicle to wipe away the fog. Keep Yourself From Getting Stuck: If your vehicle is a little on the lighter side, we encourage you to place a few bags of kitty litter in the back of your vehicle or trunk. This will aid in traction in the rear of your vehicle. And also keep a small shovel in the event you get stuck. Keep The Underside Of Your Vehicle Clean: It’s important to keep your vehicle clean all year long, but it’s especially important to keep the underside of your vehicle clean during the winter. Dirt, salt, and ice can accumulate underneath and cause erosion. Get a car wash on a warmer day and park your vehicle in the garage. Avoid Frozen Wiper Blades: Whether it’s a little snow or ice, no one likes frozen over wiper blades. We recommend leaving your wiper blades propped up when your vehicle is in park or place a pair of socks over the blades to keep them from freezing. Browse Our Inventory Here: https://www.lougheadnissan.com/searchnew.aspx