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Driving With Your Pet - 5 Safety Tips

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If you're like most pet owners, you consider your furry friends an integral part of the family. You may take your dog everywhere with you, or find yourself missing your cat terribly while you're away. Bringing your pet with you when you travel can be a great way to include them in your adventures, but it's important to observe several safety tips when driving with your pet in the car. Your friends at Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC are here to help you (and your pets) stay safe on the roads with these quick safety reminders. 1. Transport Your Pet In A Well-Ventilated Carrier. This is the first and most important tip for any traveling pet owner. If your pet is free to wander around the vehicle, he may get in your lap, distract you, or get in your way of the foot pedals. If you were to get in an accident, there would be nothing to prevent your pet from flying out of a broken window. For everyone's safety, it's best to always transport your pet in a well-ventilated ca...

7 Questions To Ask Your Car Insurance Agent

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It's no secret that your expenses as a car owner will extend beyond the initial purchase price. After you buy a car at the Lake of the Ozarks , you will be responsible for your loan (if applicable), gasoline, standard maintenance, any required repairs, and - last but certainly not least - car insurance. Auto insurance is often one of the biggest expenses associated with car ownership, so it's no wonder that finding affordable car insurance is usually a top priority. Here are a couple of questions we recommend asking your car insurance agent to ensure you find the company that will best fit your needs. 1. Am I Getting All Of The Discounts I Am Eligible To Receive? Many auto insurance companies offer discounts for certain individuals, such as the good driver discount, the good student discount, or the multi-line discount. Drivers may be eligible for these discounts as long they meet certain qualifications. Talk to your car insurance agent to make sure all relevant disco...

Have You Packed Your Winter Safety Kit?

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Though the weather is milder now, last week's snowfall and frigid temperatures served as an important reminder. You can never be sure when winter will hit with full force, so it's critical that you and your family always be prepared. Last week we talked about some preventative maintenance tips for keeping your car running in the cold weather, but what can you do if you become stranded? Keeping our customers safe on the roads is a top priority of all of us at Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC , so we're dedicating this week's blog to vehicle safety kits. Is yours packed yet? Winter Vehicle Safety Kit Getting stuck on the side of the road in the summer is frustrating, but fortunately it is not life-threatening. In the frigid temperatures of winter, however, getting stuck on the side of the road can be incredibly dangerous. During the winter months, every driver should keep a winter emergency kit in their vehicle to help protect themselves and their passengers in the eve...

5 Crucial Winter Weather Tips For Drivers

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With the forecast calling for snow tomorrow and increasingly lower temperatures in the days ahead, your favorite car dealership at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to help keep your family safe on the roads. Driving in the cold weather and/or snow poses unique challenges and requires that specific measures be taken in order to ensure safe passage on the roads. Here are a few tips to keep in mind! Proactive Tips To Stay Safe In The Winter Even if the roads are completely dry, extremely cold temperatures can be harsh on your vehicle and pose unforeseen dangers. In order to prevent unnecessary wear and tear and to keep your family safe, it's important that you follow these suggestions: 1. Take Care Of Any Regular Maintenance Immediately It's unfortunate if your car breaks down in the summer, but it's not horribly detrimental to your safety. If your car breaks down in the winter, however, it can be incredibly dangerous for you and your passengers become stranded in the...