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The 13th Annual Lake West Business Expo is this Weekend!!

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This Saturday, March 1st, the Lake West Chamber will present the 13th Annual Lake West Business Expo .  The event is hosted at the Lake West Christian Academy building on Hwy 5 in Sunrise Beach from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. This is a great opportunity to witness the growth of the West Side and speak with some of the new and not-so-new businesses that call the Westside home.   This business expo will have over 60 businesses set up and on display - ready to answer your questions about their particular product or service.  This is a great way compare products available and discuss the products with the professionals.  There will be a great variety of businesses like home products for exterior and interior, landscaping, fencing, boating, camping, docks, real estate, insurance, banking, lodging, and much more.   Click here to view the Layout of the Expo and see all the businesses that will be in attendance. Be sure to attend the Expo and learn about the "quiet side" of ...

8 Winter Car Care Tips

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Winter weather can really takes it's toll on our vehicles - regular maintenance is the key to extending the life of your vehicle.  Caring for your car during the winter doesn't have to be expensive. Here are 8 frugal tips to keep you on the road this winter. Keep your headlights clear with car wax. Wipe car wax on your headlights every 6 weeks to prevent road spray from accumulating on your lights.   Get rid of the Squeak and Streak with rubbing alcohol.  Wipe your wipers with a cloth saturated with rubbing alcohol. This trick can give you near perfect silence & clarity. Vinegar to Prevent Ice!!  Simply fill a spray bottle with three parts vinegar to one part water & spritz it on all your windows at night. The next morning they will be ice free! clear of icy mess and you can sleep in an extra five minutes!  Don't get shut out, use cooking spray! Prevent car doors from freezing shut  by spraying the rubber seals around  the car doors and...

Trust Hulett Chevrolet Buick GMC to Help You Find the Right Tires for your Vehicle

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Choosing the right tires for your vehicle is an important decision that determines the performance  and safety of your vehicle.  Hulett Chevrolet Buick GMC can help you  choose the right tires  for your specific vehicle and driving needs. We've made a name for ourselves in the automotive industry with our  braking systems, tire pressure monitors and Stabilitrak suspension. These systems are critically dependent on properly selected, well maintained tires.  When you are shopping for new tires, talk to the people you can trust.  We can discuss you options with you and help you find the right tire for your vehicle.  GM engineers work closely with brand name tire manufacturers to select a perfect set of tires for your vehicle's unique performance characteristics.  We carry these top Tire Brands: BFGoodrich Dunlop Goodyear Uniroyal Bridgestone Firestone Michelin Hankook Continental General Pirelli At Hulett Chevrolet Buick GMC, we...

19 Winter Emergency Kit Items for Your Vehicle

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The recent weather reminds me that it's always a good idea to prepare for unexpected emergencies.  Winter months bring mountains of snow, black ice and lots of slush to the roads that you travel.  This can turn the normally  harmless road into a driving hazard within hours.  If you don't have an emergency kit in your vehicle consider compiling one soon.   Here is a list of of helpful items to have in your vehicle in the event your are stranded on the side of the road or you have an emergency.  Flares Blankets Boots Thick warm gloves Extra set of warm clothing Extra Coat Small snacks/bottle water Ice Scraper A small Shovel Tool Kit Flares First aid kit Bag of abrasive material to create traction for spinning tires Tire Chains  Engine Oil Washer fluid/Wipers Coolant Flashlight Jumper Cables It is also a good idea to schedule an appointment with your local   Service Department  to check your fluids, tires and engine. ...