What Will Highways Look Like in 50 Years?

On your morning commute, do you ever wonder how your drive could be different? HowStuffWorks.com takes a look into the foreseeable future to describe what the highways of tomorrow could look like: bit.lyTfqDhz

 

"Safety measures in highways will help prevent crashes by detecting car position, speed and momentum. When conditions change suddenly on the road, the system will override a car's manual control system. It will mean we'll surrender some of our freedom to a larger system but it will also lead to fewer accidents and traffic jams.

Perhaps we'll even reach a point where our cars will interface with the highways so that we can relinquish control completely if we choose. I know there are millions of people who love to drive and I doubt we'll reach the point where it will be mandatory to give up all control. But at the same time, I can't wait for the day when I just tell my car where I want to go and then let it do all the work for me."

Courtesy of Howstuffworks.com

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. Emailaharding@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

The Parent-Teen Driving Agreement

Are you the parent of a Teen Driver? Have them sign the Parent-Teen Driving Agreement! It encourages your teens to follow the rules of the road, stay focused on driving, respect laws about drunk driving as well as agree to certain restrictions and penalties set by parents. Find the agreement here.

How Much Is It To Charge Your Volt?

A huge debate in the hybrid and electric markets are if the cost of fuel outweighs the cost of electricity to charge a hybrid or electric car.

GM and OnStar is about to remove all doubt with an EcoHub app.

Detroit news writes:


General Motors Co.'s OnStar subsidiary is testing an app with Chevrolet Volt owners that can tell them how much it costs to charge the Volt's battery and compare the Volt's energy use to energy used in their home over certain time periods.

The new EcoHub app is being tested by residents living in the Pecan Street Inc. smart-grid research project in Austin, Texas' sustainable Mueller community. The area has the highest residential concentration of Chevy Volt owners. In July, OnStar said there were 55.

OnStar hopes eventually to make the app available to all Chevy Volt owners.

From The Detroit News: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20121005/AUTO0103/210050395#ixzz28RgG5XmC.

Checking Your Engine Oil

One of the most important things you can do to keep your car running like new is to regularly check the oil, but do you know how?

Check engine oil regularly, especially if you notice that the oil level drops between the oil changes. Engine oil cools down and lubricates the engine. Driving with very low oil level can cause engine problems.

Park your vehicle on a level ground. Set the parking brake. Make sure the transmission is in "Park". Stop the engine. Wait for a minute or two to let engine oil drain into the oil pan. Pull the engine oil dipstick. If you don't know where it’s located, check your owner's manual, usually it has a bright handle saying "Engine Oil".

Wipe the dipstick off. Insert it back fully. Pull it out again and check the oil level.

The oil level should be between the "Low" and "Full" marks. In this photo the level is OK and oil looks clean.

Check the oil condition: If it's way too black, as in the left photo, it's definitely time to change it. If it's brown, but still clean and transparent, as in the right photo, it's OK. If engine oil is of the "coffee with milk" color it means that engine coolant mixes with oil. This is a sign of some internal engine problem, such as, for example, a leakinghead gasket - have your car checked out.
If oil looks clean, but the level is low, you can just top it up.

To top off engine oil use a recommended type of oil; for example, if your owner's manual or the oil filler cap indicates SAE 5W-20, use SAE 5W-20 oil. If your engine needs synthetic oil, use only synthetic oil. You can find the recommended oil type for your car in your owner's manual.

How to top off engine oil:
Add a little amount of oil into the oil filler neck. Wait for a minute to let oil to flow into the oil pan. Check the oil level again with the dipstick. If it's still low, add some more. But don't overfill it. Don't forget to install the dipstick back and close the oil filler cap when you finished.

To view a full slide of detailed step by step photos visit: http://www.samarins.com/maintenance/simple.html

Morrow Chevrolet Kia One Day Only Sale!

Join Morrow Chevrolet Kia for their really big one day new and used car sale THIS Saturday, September 22 from 9am-5pm.

If you or anyone in your family is in the market for a new vehicle come in and see what great savings you can receive this Saturday between 9-5.

Please contact Gus Matthews on our Internet Hotline at 724-561-5064, or at morrowkiasales@ronlewisautomotive.com to schedule your no-obligation appointment.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you,
Gus

Cut Your Risk Of An Accident:

Safety is always a concern while driving, especially if you're a "family-hauler". Fortunately Women-Drivers has some tips that can help you avoid a collision, and keep you on the road:

There are an estimated 250 million vehicles on U.S. roads today. This is a recipe for more traffic jams and longer commutes which can lead to shorter tempers. Read the following tips and live by them – they will make a difference to your well-being while in the car, as well as others who are on the road with you.

-Be cognizant: When driving, remain aware of others around you. Do not get sucked into a situation that can lead to unsafe behavior or triggering an emotional dispute with another driver.

-Be generous: When in traffic and someone wants to cut in front of you, let them. You getting to your exit, through the tunnel or to the toll gate one car length behind, will not greatly impact your arrival time at all. It will, however, insure your getting there safely.

Did You Know?
Listening to soft or quiet music, intentional breathing, hands-free driving and leaving on time all make a difference in reducing stress while driving in heavy traffic which allows you to maintain good judgement while on the road.

-Be spacious: Do not tailgate. Leave plenty or room between you and the car ahead of you – even if the driver behind you is tailgating.

-Be consistent: When driving in a highly trafficked area, attempt to maintain the car at a steady speed. Do not drive at inconsistent speeds to pass someone unsafely or to ‘get away’ from another vehicle.

-Be present: Phone calls, incoming texts, makeup or children can all be a distraction to you. All of these can impact your driving. Stay present to your driving responsibility as well as the driving responses of others.

-Be schooled: For many adult drivers, the last time they took a drivers education class was when they got their driver’s license. How many years ago was that? Through local continuing adult refresher classes, enroll yourself in a program to see what is new as well as get a refresher on some things you may have forgotten.


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