How Long Can a Vehicle Sit Without Being Driven?

Holiday Driving Safety Tips 2021 This time of year is full of good things: food, drink, friends, family, and all sorts of holiday cheer. Unfortunately, the weather can cause travel problems on the road, and too much holiday cheer can mean unsafe driving and drivers. So how do you best navigate holiday driving? more 5 Tips on How to Drive Safely During the Holidays No distracted driving. It can be difficult to put everything aside while driving (especially your cell phone), however, distracted driving can be just as deadly as driving while impaired. If you must use your cell phone, restrict usage to using it for navigation purposes. Keep to the speed limit. The rules of the road are there for a reason – to keep us as safe as possible. Speed limits help ensure that there’s room to stop should something go wrong. If the road conditions are wet or icy, it’s important to bring your speed down below the posted limit. Give your car a checkup and service. Take care of your car, and your car will take care of you Brakes, fluids, tires, wipers, oil – factor these and other items into your regular routine so you are safe for yourself, your family, and other drivers. Don’t drink and drive! This should go without saying, but every year there are thousands of accidents that likely would not have happened due to impaired driving. You owe it to your family and community to stay safe. Drive defensively. People aren’t always at their most polite, ironically, during the festive season. To make sure that you stay safe, keep an eye out for what other people are doing. Read more:  How much can the Jeep Grand Cherokee L tow? From all of us at Palmen Motors, we wish you safe and secure travels during the holiday season! If you’re in need of a new or used vehicle, make sure to come to check out what we have in stock. We’ll get you safely on the road at a price you can afford.

Summer is on its way with hot roads, humid air, and plenty of glaring sunlight. That means it’s time to install summer tires on your vehicle. Do you currently have winter or all-season tires on your ride? Need to buy a new set of summer tires or have some in storage? No matter your situation, we can help you with all of your summer tire needs here at the Palmen Motors dealership in Kenosha, Wisconsin! more How Long Can a Vehicle Sit Without Being Driven? The Advantages of Summer Tires Summer tires provide the following advantages over all-season and winter tires: Better Performance in Wet Road Conditions Improved Speed and Agility Improved Braking and Cornering Performance Maximum Road-Holding Shop for Summer Tires If you don’t have a set of summer tires ready to be installed, we can help you find them! Contact our Parts Center here at Palmen Motors and our team can help you find the best fit of summer tires for your ride! Schedule a Service Appointment To get your summer tires installed, please schedule a service appointment at the Palmen Motors Service Center. To schedule an appointment, drivers can contact our staff online, over the phone, or on-site at our dealership location. 50,000-Mile Vehicle Maintenance Checklist Explore Automotive Maintenance and Repair Opportunities at Palmen Motors For additional automotive services available at the Palmen Motors dealership, please browse through our website and contact our team. Additionally, we encourage drivers to check out our service specials for savings on oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and more. Furthermore, as a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram dealership, we also offer a lot of accessory, customization, and detailing work on models, such as the Dodge muscle cars, the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator, and the line of Ram light-duty and heavy-duty pickup trucks. Contact us to learn more!

Many states have issued stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic to reduce the spread of the virus. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t leave your house or apartment, or that you have to be stuck inside the entire time. Here’s how you can enjoy the outdoors and get some fresh air and exercise while practicing safe social distancing and other CDC guidelines. more Campgrounds and Hiking Trails in Kenosha, WI Walking and Running Walking and running are the most basic but rewarding activities that can be enjoyed outside during a stay-at-home order. Whether around the block, in nature, or along a trail, find a spot to take a walk and breathe in the fresh air. Additionally, this allows for dog and pet-walking, although most dog parks have been closed. Biking, Skating, and Scooters In addition to walking and running, most activities that function in the same manner of solitary exercise are allowed. That includes biking, skating, roller blades, scooters, and more. Gardening and Yard Work Not much for exercise but still don’t want to be stuck inside? Many people are using their time to get gardening, housework, and/or yard work done in the meantime. Tend to your garden, plant a tree, build a firepit, retile your roof, repaint your house, and more! State Parks and Forests - Camping and Hiking Before you head to a park, make sure it’s open. Many state parks were originally open during the beginning of stay-at-home orders and restrictions. However, some states have since closed down their parks because residents were refusing to follow social distancing and CDC guidelines while visiting, as well as excessively littering. In relation, most campgrounds are shut down to prevent habitation of large groups. However, hiking is an acceptable activity listed alongside walking and running. Most hiking trails are still open and offer good exercise and sight-seeing in nature. Beaches, Boating, and Fishing It varies on a state-by-state basis, but most beaches are closed to prevent the gathering of large groups. However, boating on lakes and rivers for the purpose of fishing is still acceptable in places where it was previously allowed before stay-at-home orders. How Long Can a Car Sit Without Being Driven? Explore More Outdoor Activities in Kenosha, WI Looking for more ways to spend your free time? Interested in learning more about CDJR vehicles? Find information on both here at the Palmen Motors blog. For additional assistance and info, please contact us. The Palmen Motors dealership is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin and serves drivers in Racine, Milwaukee, Chicago, and more, with Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram sales and service. Stay safe out there!