Going on a road trip and bringing the family dog along? Here are a few tips for keeping pets safe for the long haul. Go to the vet If it’s been awhile since you took your companion to a checkup, now’s the time to do so. Make sure they’re up to date on vaccinations. Plan for breaks Check the weather ahead of time and make sure you plan your route to make accommodations for stopping periodically. Your pet will need…
There’s a number of different ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Some people like to go all-out with an expensive restaurant and movie tickets, while others prefer to stay in. Here are some Valentine’s date ideas (or everyday date ideas) if you haven’t already made your plans. The Classic Fancy Dinner: There’s a reason this is such a popular option. There’s something charming about getting cleaned up, putting on nice clothes, and heading into town for a classy dinner for…
For drivers, the winter months can be dangerous at worst and annoying at best, with snow and ice creating ominous road conditions and covering your windshield. Fortunately, there are ways to prepare, including the stocking up of various essentials inside your vehicle. You can prepare yourself by checking out this list of what to keep in your car in winter: First and foremost, get yourself a quality ice scraper, which will save you time when you first leave home. You…
What’s new on the 2017 Cadillac XT5? This sleek and sporty model comes with a luxurious ride, high-quality design, and the latest technologies on the market. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The new XT5 is made for virtually any driver, offering the perfect combination of luxury and performance. The 2017 Cadillac XT5 is a premium crossover SUV that can handle off-road trails as easily as open highways. According to Cadillac, a refreshed grille design makes the XT5…
The best cars for tailgating are not hard to find. These include the models such as the Silverado, Colorado, Trax, and Equinox. Each of these vehicles comes with tons of space for family and friends, as well as a number of other important features you won’t find elsewhere. According to Chevy, the new Silverado has a number of features that make it the perfect truck for tailgating. In addition to its sporty exterior and capable powertrain, the new pickup has…
Texting and driving is one of the most serious safety hazards that we see on the road today. Apple is attempting to squash the epidemic one car at a time with Apple CarPlay. The idea is that it is safer to glance at this screen to access your phone than to try to search your phone while driving. To introduce you to the revolutionary new system, here is a guide on how to use Apple CarPlay. Instead of using a…
The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, a yearly event showcasing prewar and postwar cars as well as recent concept cars, took place on August 18th in Pebble Beach, California, where Cadillac unveiled its newest concept car. Introducing the next step in the evolution of the brand’s design, the Cadillac Escala Concept has left auto enthusiasts amazed. Escala is the Spanish word for “scale,” which is fitting for a car that is a full six inches longer than Cadillac’s current flagship sedan,…
With school starting back up, drivers are going to be sharing the road with a lot more people—pedestrians, young children, bicyclists, bus drivers, carpoolers, and more. If you’re driving to school in the morning, follow these back to school driving tips for a safe morning commute all school year. If you’re a parent dropping your kid off, find out the drop-off procedures for the school, as they usually involve specific locations and directions. Don’t double park or drop your kids…
What is the difference between cleaning your car and having it detailed? Simple — cleaning gets the basic gunk off, but detailing your car is having it deep-cleaned and polished to look as good as new. When it comes to detailing cars, we here at Bill Harris GM offer a variety of car detailing packages for you to choose from. Clean Sweep – $15.99 A basic car wash from wiping down the exterior to vacuuming the inside. Routine…
Everyone secretly wants to tear down the highway in a sports car at some point in their life, but is that reason enough to buy one? Actually, these cars aren’t as impractical as many people seem to think, so here are some great reasons to buy a sports car. Sports cars actually hold their value extremely well. Sports cars are the ones you still see people driving 50 years later, especially if they’re well-maintained. Classic Corvettes and Mustangs abound, so…
