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Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel times, especially those traveling by car. If you plan to stay put this Thanksgiving, but don't necessarily feel like cooking up a big Thanksgiving dinner, there are several restaurants and resorts around the Lake area open and serving traditional Thanksgiving meals. The team at Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC has put together a list of some of the upcoming events taking place at the Lake of the Ozarks. Whether you are looking for something unique to do with the family or looking for an excuse to get out of cooking, these events might just do the trick! Thanksgiving Buffet at Tan-Tar-A When: November 24 Where: 494 Tan Tar A Drive Time: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Reservation: 573-348-3131 Price -  Adults: $28.95 Seniors: $18.95 Children 4-11: $14.95 Children 3 & under: Free Thanksgiving Buffet at H. Toad's When: November 24 Where: 2359 Bittersweet Road Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Reservation: 573-365-5620 Price - ...

Thanksgiving is next week and many people are gearing up to hit the road to spend the holiday with their loved ones. Last year, an estimated 46.6 million peopled traveled 50 or more miles for Thanksgiving according to AAA. With so many people on the road, it is important to stay alert and safe while getting to your destination. Your auto dealership at the Lake of the Ozarks created a checklist for you to go through to make sure you have everything in order to make your journey smoother. 1. Wiper Blades Before heading out on the road, check to make sure that your wiper blades are not worn out. Whether it is raining or snowing, having good wiper blades will ensure you have a clear windshield while driving. If they are torn, it could damage your windshield, leaving you with poor viability.  2. Heater & Defroster If you are driving a long distance or to an area known for inclement weather, make sure that everything is working properly, including your heater and defro...

When people think of fall or winter car maintenance, they usually think about buying snow tires or flushing the radiator. However, the risk of getting a cracked windshield increases during the colder season. With the nighttime temperatures starting to drop, it is time to start thinking about the windshield on your car. Your Lake of the Ozarks car dealership offers a few winter car care tips to help protect your windshield during the colder months.  - Avoid drastic temperature changes. Sudden temperature changes can lead to your car's windshield cracking. Don't use hot or boiling water to defrost your windshield. In addition, do not blast the heater to warm up the car. Instead, turn on the defroster and let the windshield and car warm up slowly.  - Use an ice scraper to remove ice. Using anything other than a plastic ice scraper can scratch or chip your windshield. Plastic ice scrapers are cheap and can easily be found in stores around this time of the year. You can a...

When you decide to buy a car from a Lake of the Ozarks car dealership , you have to decide whether you want it to be a brand new car or a new to you car. There are many different benefits to either option. However, in today's blog, Hulett Chevrolet Buick GMC  takes a look at five reasons why buying a used car may be the right option for you. Better Price One reason why you may want to consider buying a used car is the price difference between used and new. Although it's nice to ride in a car that no one has ever owned before, it often isn't cheap. The advantage of a used-car price can also allow potential buyers to step up to a nicer model. Less Depreciation The one drawback to buying a new car is the depreciation. Cars lose value with each passing month and mile. However, the steepest decline happens right away. The moment you leave the lot, your new car depreciates in value and some models can lose 40 percent or more in the first year. With used cars, there's...