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Hot Weather Car Care Tips from Reed Has It

Summer-car-maintenance-tipsThe temperatures are still sky high and not likely to give us much relief anytime soon. So, our team at Reed Has It has some quick hot weather car tips to keep in mind this summer season.

Maintenance Matters
This may go without saying, but make sure you do all of your regular scheduled maintenance — from oil changes to filter changes. Many dealerships and service stations, including ours, conduct a general check of various components such as tires, brakes, etc. Make sure to ask if that is available to ensure your car, truck or SUV is in overall general good health.

Under Pressure
Your tires are the only thing between you and the road, so it’s key to make sure they are in good shape and that they are properly aired up as well. See your manual or tire instructions and adhere to the suggested air pressure. It not only helps the life of the tire and can help improve the quality of your vehicle’s ride and the overall MPG.

Interior Protection
Car shades and window tint also play a role in maintaining you vehicle after months of warm weather. These can help reduce the temp inside the car, which can reach upwards of 125-140 degrees Fahrenheit on a 90-100 degree F summer day. Furthermore, more comfortable driving environments can help reduce fatigue of the driver.2013-7-24-14-39-30

Keep Cool
Engines have to work extra hard during the summer months. Without proper cooling system maintenance, you car becomes more at risk for long term engine damage. Engine coolant should be changed roughly 30,000 miles, though you should be safe up to 50,000 if you have a modern car using modern coolant formulas.

Battery Basics
Over time, the heat can do a real number on your battery. So while you may think that heat won’t last much longer, the same may be true for your battery. It’s a good idea to get your battery checked every couple months. Remember to keep your battery clean, as dirt can become a conductor that will ultimately drain power from your battery.

Be Prepared
It’s a fact of life, breakdowns happen. From tire mishaps to dead batteries, it’s always good to have an emergency road kit on hand. Some basic items include water, non-perishable food items, jumper cables, a flashlight with extra batteries, road flares or an emergency beacon, basic hand tools, coolant, and a first aid kit.

When in doubt, bring your car in to any of our family of dealerships to have it checked out, or visit online at www.ReedHasIt.com to schedule an appointment!

RAD (Reed Auto Design) Rides Delivers Customized Creations

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burgundy RADThinking about upgrading your current ride? Let the one-stop customs and performance shop at RAD (Reed Auto Design) Rides build you the car you’ve been dreaming of! Whether you have Fiesta to the F-150 to the Focus and more, the world-class RAD Rides team has years of experience working with our comprehensive selection of after-market accessories. Specialty graphics, lift kits, air intakes, exhaust upgrades…if you can dream it, we can build it! From your fave Ford to any other make or model, you can find the best accessories and service for your vehicle at RAD Rides!

Get an inside look at these RAD-Rides!

photo-4[1]The RAD Rides team has the ability to take any make or model and create the one-of-a-kind custom car of your dreams. One of our latest creations was a Ford Excursion (featured above). A massive V8 engine is required for this heavy duty vehicle, supplying huge amounts of power and towing capacity accompanied by a spacious cabin. A close-cousin of Ford’s Super Duty line, the Excursion is large and authoritative yet practical. With the enhancements that this Excursion has seen, you can add ‘beautiful’ to the long list of adjectives describing this full-sized sport utility vehicle.

The RAD Rides team has also recently worked on numerous pick-up trucks, including the ever-popular F-250 Super Duty. Like the Excursion, the F-250 Super Duty can be equipped to have a large passenger capacity along with one of the biggest towing capacities in its class. Upgrades like power running boards, towing kits, bedliners, wheels tires and more make the possibilities infinite with aftermarket accessories from RAD Rides.

Our highly-trained team of performance accessory specialists at RAD-Rides is ready to walk you through every element of the custom car creation process. Even if you are a “do-it-yourselfer,” we offer all the parts and an extensive accessories selection — including audio upgrades and lighting upgrades — to help build you a perfect vehicle.

To see where you can find a RAD Ride at one of our top-notch dealerships near you, visit www.ReedHasIt.com! You can also browse our inventory online, or bring your own vehicle in to the closest dealership to get started on your custom creation!