Hitting the road for the first road trip of the sping is always an exciting time, but most of the time you feel like you need to leave your furry friend behind if you’re traveling long distances. However, this week we are here to tell you that your fur babies can join in on the fun! Yes, you will have to do some preparations and planning ahead, but that means there is no time like now to start! So take a peek at our tips and tricks below and start preparing your next getaway! Before you hit the road, be sure to schedule a test drive so you can have confidence knowing you won’t run into issues down the road! 

Before you leave to make sure to pack: 

Lead, Collar, Leash, and ID tag: The last thing you want to happen is your dog to getaway in a place he doesn’t know, but be prepared for the worst. Make sure you have everything you’ll need to keep your dog from escaping, and everything you’ll need in case they do. 

Food, water, bowls: Bring more than you think! The last thing you want to do on vacation is run to the grocery store to find dog food. Tell yourself the same thing you did when you overpacked clothes…YOU MIGHT NEED IT! 

Blankets and baggies: Bring blankets for bedding, and warmth. Bring waste disposable bags for parking lot rest stops (You wouldn’t want to accidentally step in that, would you?) 

Old washcloths: For those pups that get down in the dirt, don’t stress about your car seats, just bring washcloths to clean off messy paws

Crates and restraints: Some dogs love the car! They jump right in, stick their head out the window, and let their ears fly! But unfortunately, that’s not a good idea. Even if your dog is usually a happy traveler, it isn’t safe for them to roam freely throughout the car, in the case of an accident. 

The crate isn’t going to work for your dog? Try this out!

• A harness that is fastened to a seat safety belt
• It provides the dog some freedom but restrains the dog in an accident.
• Be sure to buy a harness that’s specifically designed to be used with safety belts.

Break time is important: You might be down to take on a long drive little to no breaks but your dog isn’t. Plan on taking frequent stops like you would if you were traveling with a small child. Letting your dog out for potty breaks and to run around will burn off some pent-up energy, making you and your dogs ride my easier! 

Check with the vet: If this is your dog’s first trip you might want to talk to your vet and see if there is any medication that can help with motion sickness and anxiety.

Valentine’s Day is just days away and if you haven’t figured out what to get your significant other this year, we have some words of advice…it’s the little things! You don’t have to go all out to show your loved one how much they care, in fact, the best way to show them how much you appreciate them is buy helping take some work off their plate or giving them a small gesture like bringing them coffee. Need some ideas? Luckily for you, we’ve done the hard work for you! Take a peek at some V-Day gift ideas below!

Sweet Things To Do For Your Boo:

• Clean off their ride: It’s February and in most of the country we are experiencing snowfall. Get up a little earlier and take a few minutes to wipe the snow off their vehicles windshield, mirrors, and the rest of their vehicle! Don’t forget to start the car so they can get into a toasty vehicle!

Have Their Coffee Ready To Go:

• It’s no secret the world runs on coffee, so take second to get your significant others coffee ready and place it in the cupholder so that when they get in their toast vehicle their coffee, tea, cocoa, etc. are ready for them and they can take on the day! Maybe even stash some chocolate hearts in the cupholder for a sweet treat later in the day!

Do Some Simple Preparation:

• If you’re on top of your gift-giving this year, order a small clip-on vase that attaches to the vehicle’s dashboard or clips on to the vehicle’s vents. Place a rose inside the vase or leave a valentine or two for a really cute surprise!

Fill Up Their Gas Tank:

• A full tank = a full heart. Do something as simple as filling up their gas tank and put a smile on your loved ones face when they slip behind the wheel!

Pump Their Ride:

• If you have a couple of extra bucks and you’re willing to spend it on your loved one, bring their ride for a professional cleaning and interior detailing or if you live in a warm place and the weather is nice, do a little DIY to show just how much you care!

Make Them A Mixtape:

• Make them a personalized playlist of love songs or songs that mean a lot to you both as a couple. This will be perfect for the commute to and from work and will really hit the soft spot!

Taking your boo’s vehicle into Loughead Nissan to get some service could be an awesome way to show how much you care. If you agree, be sure to head over to our service scheduler to schedule service for whenever it works best for you!

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means right now is the perfect time to fall in love with a brand new Nissan from Loughead Nissan! Lucky for you, February is a new month and that means new specials to shop! This month we have NINE impressive offers for you to choose from, and with offers of fan-favorite Nissan cars, trucks, and SUVs, we are confident that we could help match you with your soulmate, we mean Nissan! And with deals this amazing, you could even treat that special someone to a gift they will never forget! So take a peek below to check out the amazing offers we have this month! Once you find the one that works best for you, be sure to schedule a test drive! Then hurry in to Loughead Nissan and our friendly and helpful team will help you turn a dream ride into a reality! 

The 2019 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 

• Lease for only $239/mo for 24 months*

Or

• Buy for only $31,505*

The 2019 Nissan TITAN SV Crew Cab 

• Lease for only $362/mo for 36 months*

Or

• Buy for only $39,637*

The All-New 2020 Nissan Murano S 

• Lease for only $192/mo for 24 months*

Or

• Buy for only $28,525*

The All-New 2020 Nissan Versa Sedan S 

• Lease for only $145/mo for 24 months*

Or

• Buy for only $14,084*

The All-New 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport S 

• Lease for only $121/mo for 24 months*

Or

• Buy for only $20,826*

The All-New 2020 Nissan Rogue S 

• Lease for only $190/mo for 24 months*

Or

• Buy for only $25,268*

The All-New 2020 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 

• Lease for only $186/mo for 36 months*

Or

• Buy for only $22,198*

The All-New 2020 Nissan Sentra S 

• Lease for only $94/mo for 36 months*

Or

• Buy for only $15,997*

The 2019 Nissan Pathfinder S 

• Lease for only $229/mo for 36 months*

Or

• Buy for only $27,677*

*All Specials Expire 3/02/2020. See Our Specials Page For Information.

At Loughead Nissan, we offer impressive lease and financing offers on our Nissan inventory. If you’re looking to slip behind the wheel of a new Nissan you might be wondering if you should be leasing or financing your next vehicle. Well, lucky for you, this week’s blog is about the pros of both leasing and financing your vehicle. There is no right answer, but there could be a better choice for your situation. Take a peek below and see which sounds the best for you! Then browse our available inventory and schedule a test drive today to take the next step in your next adventure! 

Benefits of leasing: 

• New vehicle model with top-of-the-line technology every few years 
• Lower monthly payments 
• Lower out-of-pocket costs upfront 
• Never become upside-down in a loan payment 
• Never worry about selling your old vehicle 
• Vehicles are usually covered under warranty 

Benefits of buying: 

• No mileage restrictions 
• You own the vehicle when you make your final payment 
• No excessive wear fees 
• You can sell the vehicle whenever you choose to, no fixed ownership 
• No customization fees 
• Your credit doesn’t need to be outstanding

Have you been thinking lately that it is time to start your search for a new and exciting vehicle? If so, this week’s blog is perfect for you, because we are talking about all-new and completely redesigned 2020 Nissan Sentra®. The new sedan has a fresh new look that is sure to turn heads and have you enjoying every ride! Plus, with an impressive new engine, the new Sentra® offers performance like never before! Want to know more about what the new Sentra® offers? Check out our top 10 favorite features below! Unfortunately, the new Sentra® isn’t available yet but will be in early 2020, aka just in time for the warm weather and your adventures! However, if you’re in need of a new Nissan now and can’t wait, we invite you to browse our available inventory as we have tons of impressive vehicles for you to choose from! 

10 Features You’ll Love In The New 2020 Nissan Sentra®

1. A complete Interior and Exterior redesign 
2. Nissan Safety Shield® 360 comes standard
3. Available thin projector LED headlights offers a striking design 
4. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
5. Available Intelligent Around View Monitor offers a  composite 360° bird’s-eye view of your Sentra
6. The available 8-speaker Bose® Premium Audio System
7. The Premium Package offers quilted leather-appointed seats, a power-sliding glass moonroof, thin projector LED headlights, and exclusive 17″ aluminum-alloy wheels
8. The V-Motion design carries from the front grille to the rear, creating a clean silhouette.
9. Available two-tone versions
10. Nissan Intelligent Mobility

Hello January and hello new specials from Loughead Nissan! We know you’re probably starting to make plans for your 2020 adventures and when the time rolls around you want to have peace of mind that your vehicle can get you where you want to go without any stress! If you can’t confidently say your current vehicle can do that for you, then it might be time to say goodbye to the old and hello to the new! Lucky for you, we just dropped our brand new January specials and trust us when you say you’re going to save big when you take advantage of these offers! So treat yourself to a vehicle you can rely on and hurry into Loughead Nissan today! 

January Specials: 

The 2019 Nissan Sentra S 

• Lease for only $94/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $15,997*

The 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport S 

• Lease for only $142/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $21,326*

The 2020 Nissan Versa Sedan S 

• Lease for only $145/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $14,084*

The 2019 Nissan Frontier SV 

• Lease for only $166/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $28,177*

The 2020 Nissan Murano S

• Lease for only $174/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $37,636*

The 2020 Nissan Altima 2.5 S  

• Lease for only $186/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $21,698*

The 2020 Nissan Rogue S

• Lease for only $190/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $25,268*

The 2019 Nissan Pathfinder S 

• Lease for only $232/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $27,777*

The 2019 Nissan TITAN SV Midnight Edition 

• Lease for only $362/mo*

Or 

• Buy for only $39,637*

*All Specials Expire 1/31/2020. See Our Specials Page For Information.

Did you know right now is the time to save big on your dream Nissan from Loughead Nissan? I know what you’re thinking, right now? What about the holidays and all of the holiday shopping you have going on? Well, we are here to let you in on a couple of secrets that you might not know! And one of them is that December is the best time to SAVE BIG on your dream Nissan! Not only is it the Nissan Year End Sales Event, which allows you to save big on the Nissan you’ve had your eyes on, but we have 5 more reasons why you should stop in! So take a peek below and see why today is the day you make your dream ride a reality! 

New models: We have new models coming in every week and limited space which means we need to sell 2019 models for the new year models coming in. September, October, November, and December are the months that manufacturers are typically trying to make room for new models on dealer lots. Come December, prices will hit a low for the year. For a buyer, these factors work in your favor to save money.

Holiday Shopping: Yeah we know, thinking of buying a car during the most expensive holiday season might sound crazy, but during the holiday season cars continuously lower. This is where Black Friday sales have kicked in, as well as low prices in December. 

Holiday Bonuses: More than half of Americans will receive a monetary end-of-year bonus. With a little extra cash coming in, it might be time to say goodbye to your old ride and hello to a new reliable one.

Smooth Commuting: There might be a sense of worry about whether your older vehicle can make it through another tough winter. If year after year you worry about commuting in the winter weather, it might be time to stop in and get yourself a reliable vehicle that can get you through the weather. 

Having the upper hand: When traffic is down at a dealership, salespeople can usually take more time to explain in-depth about a car you are interested in, show you similar models, review features, safety concerns and more. You might also have the upper hand due to a lack of customers and win an unbeatable deal!

The snow is falling and before you know it, winter will be in full swing. If you haven’t checked off all of your winter maintenance to-do lists, there is no better time than now to do so! Many of us remember to check our tires and brakes, but one of the things that tend to get overlooked is our vehicle’s wipers! Wipers are important during the winter season. They help keep your window clean from snow, dirt, slush and everything else that is kicked up onto your window. So how do you know if it’s time to change your wipers? Great question! We’ve got all you need to know below! Take a peek now and schedule your service appointment today! 

Wipers 101:

It’s time to change your wipers if….

• Streaking occurs when the rubber squeegee dries, hardens, and cracks
• Skipping occurs when the blade develops a curvature from lack of use
• Wearing occurs with extensive use and is when the rubber edges are rounded instead of squared
• Splitting is caused when the sun’s rays penetrate the rubber squeegee, causing it to break down
• Bent frames are caused by inconsistent contact with the glass surface, creating streaking or skipping 

If you’re running outside to go inspect your vehicle to see if it’s time to change your wipers be sure to look for the following!

• Broken frames
• Metal corrosion 
• Visible cracks
• Rounded squeegee edges
• Loose or unsecured wiper blades
• Check that the squeegee is secure in the wiper frame

It’s Thanksgiving week and as you get ready to shovel a very hefty portion of mashed potatoes on to your plate, it’s important to remember the real meaning of Thanksgiving, that’s to be thankful for all you have. As you hang out with family and friends and enjoy amazing food, many other people won’t be. So we want to help get you into the giving mood with the holidays right around the corner. Below you can find some local charities and non-profits that could really use your help this season and all year long! Browse the amazing organizations below, and be sure to see how you can do your part to help, now! Happy Thanksgiving! 

Nick’s House – Relentless in improving the quality of life for those affected by cancer. 

• Address: Swarthmore, PA 19081
• Phone: (610) 461-5987

Goodwill – When you donate to Goodwill, your unwanted items are sold in retail stores and online. With the money raised from these sales, Goodwill can help people overcome barriers to self-sufficiency, through the Power of Work. You donate and shop, and Goodwill provides job training programs and employment placement services to people with disabilities, those who lack education or job experience, and others facing challenges to finding employment.

• Address: 725 Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
• Hours: Monday-Saturday 9am-9pm, Sunday 10am-7pm
• Phone: (610) 543-4399

The Arc Of Delaware County – The Delaware County Advocacy & Resource Organization is a non-profit organization that advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) since its incorporation in 1956.

• Address: 740 S Chester Rd, Swarthmore, PA 19081
• Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
• Phone: (610) 544-6600

PathWays PA -PathWays PA was founded in 1978 as the Women’s Association for Women’s Alternatives. It served as one of Pennsylvania’s first residential programs to keep low-income, vulnerable women together with their children and has grown to become one of the Greater Philadelphia Region’s foremost providers of residential and community-based services for women, children and families. Each year nearly 4,300 women, children, and families benefit from our full complement of residential and community-based services; job training and employment assistance; as well as self-sufficiency services as they work to break the cycle of poverty, homelessness, and abuse. 

• Address: 1300 E Macdade Blvd, Folsom, PA 19033
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am – 5 pm
• Phone: (610) 543-5022

PA Breast Cancer Coalition – The PA Breast Cancer Coalition (PBCC) was formed in 1993 by a dedicated, active and effective group of breast cancer survivors who had one common mission: to find a cure for breast cancer. Every program, event, and campaign is carried out with that goal in mind. Today, we are the source of action and information for Pennsylvania women with breast cancer and their families.

• Address: 5339 Delmar Dr, Clifton Heights, PA 19018
• Phone: (610) 622-3390

Cades – CADES is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual & physical disabilities. 

• Address: 401 Rutgers Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081
• Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am – 6 pm
• Phone: (610) 328-5955

Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County – DAP was founded in 1976 as part of an effort to provide safety, advocacy and supportive services to victims of domestic abuse not otherwise available within Delaware County. Today, DAP remains the sole Delaware County provider of services exclusively to victims of domestic violence of all 49 municipalities.

• Address: 14 W 2nd St, Media, PA 19063
• Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
• Phone: (610) 565-6272