How To Test Drive: Tips For A Successful Time Behind The Wheel! | Gaithersburg, MD

Spring is in full bloom and summer is right around the corner, which means you may be gearing up for your next road trip! Before you pack the family up and hit the highway, you may want to prepare some activities for the long hours in the car between your vacation destinations. Take a list at King Volkswagens top 5 activities to combat road trip boredom listed below and enjoy every minute of your time on the open road! Don’t have a ride that’s road trip worthy? Take a look at our wide variety of available inventory and find the perfect Volkswagen to take on your next adventure! 5 Road Trip Activities To Combat Boredom Capture The Adventure If you’ve brought your phone along, a good way to pass the time while in the car is to take pictures of the scenery or make funny little videos in the car! You’ll thank yourself later when you look back on all the memories you recorded! Play Games Whether it’s a good old-fashioned car game like ISpy or something more modern you could play on a handheld device, games, in general, make the time fly by! Rock Out To A Road Trip Playlist Get together all your favorite songs to sing at the top of your lungs with the windows rolled down and get to your destination before you know it! A little karaoke in the car never hurt anyone! Listen To Audiobook/Podcast Storytelling has been a pastime since the beginning of history! Tried and true, listening to a book on tape or an interesting podcast will keep you entertained the whole trip long. Fill Out Postcards This one is a bit old school, but so much fun! If you go somewhere picturesque and postcards are available consider sending some to friends and family with little updates about your trip! It’s something cool for them to put up on their fridge and a great way to share the vacation vibes.

Let’s play a game! This week we want to know what’s hiding in your Volkswagen’s trunk. Hopefully, it’s all the items that we have listed below for you! The items you’ll find below are some that you should always be carrying with you in the event of an emergency. So take a look and ensure that these items are in your trunk and if you’re thinking you don’t have enough space for all of these items, stop by and let our team help you upgrade your vehicle today! 10 things to keep in your trunk: Jumper cables Portable air compressor or tire sealer (if you don’t have a tire jack) Emergency survival kit Reflective triangles or road flares First aid kit A working flashlight A multi-tool for minor fixes Cell phone charger Windshield washer fluid Extra jacket, shoes, and blanket Need More Room? Upgrade Today: https://www.vwking.com/searchnew.aspx

Happy winter! Temps are dropping this winter and the team at King Volkswagen is here to help you have a successful winter ahead in your Volkswagen! Whether you’re traveling this winter season or staying close to town, these five life hacks will help you stay on top of those winter potential hazards. Check them out below and be sure to put them to good use. And as always, if you’re ready to upgrade into a brand new VW, you know where to find our team. Hurry in and let’s find a new VW that fits your budget and style! Emergency Kit: It’s always a good idea to be prepared in the event of an emergency, especially in the winter months. We encourage you to keep an extra coat, warm hat, gloves, and extra socks in your vehicle. It’s a good idea to keep a blanket, phone charger, flashlight, bottle of water, and a small non-perishable snack. Stop Foggy Windows: Foggy windows are no stranger in the winter season. And they can lead to potentially dangerous situations. Roll down your windows to quickly defog those windows or keep a clean chalkboard eraser in your vehicle to wipe away the fog. Keep Yourself From Getting Stuck: If your vehicle is a little on the lighter side, we encourage you to place a few bags of kitty litter in the back of your vehicle or trunk. This will aid in traction in the rear of your vehicle. And also keep a small shovel in the event you get stuck. Keep The Underside Of Your Vehicle Clean: It’s important to keep your vehicle clean all year long, but it’s especially important to keep the underside of your vehicle clean during the winter. Dirt, salt, and ice can accumulate underneath and cause erosion. Get a car wash on a warmer day and park your vehicle in the garage. Avoid Frozen Wiper Blades: Whether it’s a little snow or ice, no one likes frozen over wiper blades. We recommend leaving your wiper blades propped up when your vehicle is in park or place a pair of socks over the blades to keep them from freezing. Find A New VW Here: https://www.vwking.com/searchnew.aspx