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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...

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...

Apparently, the days of a mild winter at the Lake of the Ozarks are over. Spring is just around the corner, but we've been getting hit hard lately with lots of snow flurries and extremely low temperatures. With more snow in the forecast, the team at Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC wanted to share with you some safety tips for driving in hazardous winter conditions. If you have to be on the roads the next time it snows, keep yourself and other drivers safe by remembering these important winter weather tips! 1. Travel Slowly Your vehicle will have limited traction on slippery roads, so accelerating, decelerating, and turning can not happen as quickly. Reduce your speed when traveling in winter weather so you will have better control over your vehicle. 2. Do NOT Use Cruise Control Cruise control is great for long trips with even driving conditions. When you're dealing with potentially slippery roads, however, cruise control can be extremely dangerous. When the cruise contro...