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Safe Driving Reminders For Memorial Day Weekend

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Roadways are busier over Memorial Day Weekend than almost any other time of the year. Hundreds of thousands of individuals travel many miles for any number of different reasons – visiting family, reconnecting with friends, or going on vacation. With so many people on the road, it’s more important than ever to be proactive and exercise all of your defensive driving skills. Your friends at Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC are here to help you stay safe on the roads this weekend with these important safety reminders. 1. Leave Plenty Of Space Between You And The Car In Front Of You Tailgating is one of the worst traits drivers can exhibit on the road. Not only is it incredibly annoying for the driver in front, it is also very dangerous for all vehicles involved. If you are driving too closely behind the car in front of you, you may not have adequate time to stop before rear-ending the car in front if they have to stop suddenly.  2. Check Your Tire Pressure  Remember that it's the a

2016 Vehicles With Great Fuel Economy

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If you're looking for ways to save a few extra dollars here and there, getting rid of your gas-guzzling vehicle could be a great place to start. Our car dealership at the Lake of the Ozarks offers several vehicles with great fuel economy, so you can get where you need to go without burning through extra gallons of gas. Here is a quick snapshot at some of 2016's most fuel-efficient vehicles available at Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC . 2016 Chevrolet Spark Chevrolet's Top Fuel-Efficient Vehicles For 2016 2016 Chevrolet Spark EV ~ automatic, A-1 128 MPGe city 109 MPGe highway 119 MPGe combined city/highway 2016 Chevrolet Volt ~ 4 cyl, 1.5 L, automatic 106 MPGe (electricity) combined city/highway 42 MPG (regular gas) combined city/highway 2.4 gallons per 100 miles (on regular gas) 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ~ 4 cyl, 1.8 L, automatic 47 MPG city 46 MPG highway 46 MPG combined city/highway 2016 Chevrolet Cruze ~ 4 cyl, 1.4 L, automatic (S6) 30 MPG city

25 Packing Essentials For Your Summer Road Trip

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As summer draws ever closer, many of us are itching to get out and take a much-needed vacation. If you're planning to vacation somewhere in the Midwest (or even on the other side of the country), making it a road trip can be a great way to save money on travel  and add a whole extra level of adventure to your excursion. If you're planning a road trip this summer, Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC is here to help you out with this quick packing cheat sheet. Road Trip Safety Reminders Road trips (like any form of travel) can be unpredictable. Hopefully you will make it to your destination without a hitch, but it is always best to prepared for the worst. If something happens to you while you're on the road, you will be solely responsible for taking care of yourself and your passengers until help arrives (if necessary). In addition to the items you pack for your specific destination, then, it is important to make sure these other safety essentials are on your packing list.

4 Reasons To Attend The Magic Dragon Car Show This Weekend

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The multitude of events to choose from is one of the best things about living at the Lake - and this weekend is no exception! In addition the 19th Annual Spring Harbor Hop, this weekend marks the return of the Magic Dragon Street Meet. Back for its 28th year, this year's events promise to be bigger and better than ever. As big supporters of this great event, Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GM C has put together this quick list of reasons to attend this fun-filled event with your family. We hope you can make it! Photos pulled from MagicDragonCarShow.com .  1. There Is Something For Everyone Though the cars are certainly the center of this event, there will be something for you to enjoy even if you aren't a huge car enthusiast. In addition to over one thousand cars, trucks, and motorcycles on display, there are also plenty of shops, restaurants, arcades, and other attractions to keep you entertained.  2. You'll Enjoy Quality Family Time Family is the most important thing in