With winter right around the corner, it is important to get your vehicle ready for whatever mother nature wants to throw at you! Although winter maintenance is very important, this week we are going to tell you about what you should have in your trunk in case of a breakdown, accident, etc.

Lots of people don’t take survival kits seriously, but in the winter they are especially important. Making sure your vehicle is properly prepared for storms, breakdowns, and accidents is extremely important, if you’re in an area with no cell service. So in order to help you get prepared, we’ve created a list for your DIY trunk safety kit. Check it all out below!

15 Items To Have:

• Sturdy ice scraper and snow brush.
• A small shovel.
• Blankets
• Emergency flares or reflectors
• Rock salt, sand, or kitty litter
• First aid kit
• Extra windshield wiper fluid
• A flashlight
• Rope or Chain (for pulling your vehicle out)
• Jumper cables
• Small tool kit
• Sunglasses
• Portable cell phone charger
• Water and non-perishable snacks

* These are important things to keep in your vehicle throughout the winter, but before you even hit the road be sure that your gas and wiper fluid tanks are full. Also be sure all of your tires are inflated to the correct PSI!

This October we have a bunch of ways for you to SAVE BIG when you service your vehicle with us here at King Volkswagen! From tires and wiper blades to oil changes and brake pad replacements, you name it we’ve got it! With so many ways to save we’re confused why you’re not already here? Hurry into King Volkswagen today and give your Volkswagen the TLC it deserves! These deals won’t last forever, so check out what we’re offering below, go to our service specials page and print the offer that’s best for you, and come on in to save big now!

Service Specials

Buy 3 Get 1 For $1*

Complimentary Wiper Blade Installation*

Get 20% Off your VW DriverGear Purchase*

Complimentary Tire Rotation*

Tire Store Price Match Guarantee*

SiriusXM: Get 12 Awesome Months for the price of 11*

VW Synthetic Oil Change Offer*

VW Service Credit Card get $100 Visa*

VW Service Credit Card get 15% Rebate*

More Is Better Bonus*

Get a $60 Firestone Visa*

Brake Pad Special*

Economy Battery and Installation*

*All deals expire 10/31/2018. For more information, please check our Service Specials Page!

Hello October! This month we are getting into the spooky spirits of Halloween and we are slashing the life out of our vehicle’s prices! Whether you’re in the market from brand new 2018 or 2019 car or SUV models, we have exactly what you’re looking for! Our crazy spooky deals will have your screaming….about how amazing they are! These deals won’t last forever so you better come on into King Volkswagen today! Be sure to check out our specials below or online and find the vehicle that best your lifestyle! Once you find the vehicle you are looking for, be sure to schedule a test drive, and then come slash price with us here at King VW! This is the month your dream car becomes your new car! HURRY, these crazy spooky deals will be gone before you know it!

October Specials:

The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta S — Lease for ONLY $159/mo!*

The 2018 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 S — Lease for ONLY $189/mo!*

The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas 2.0 S — Lease for ONLY $249/mo!*

*All specials end 10/31/2018. For more information please visit our specials page!

Becoming a new parent is a very exciting time, it is also stressful. Let’s face it you’re learning as you go and it’s okay to make a mistake here and there, totally understandable. One place you don’t want to make a mistake is in the car. Too many parents aren’t properly strapping in their children and their child’s seats. New mommies and daddies, it’s not just you! Actually, moms that have been doing this for a while are also doing it wrong so don’t get upset! Instead, check out our hacks for the biggest car seat mistakes and never second guess if you are properly strapping your child in for a ride again!

1. The child is turned face-forward too early:
   1. Babies must ride facing the rear until they are at least 1 year old and weigh 20 pounds, preferably longer! Keeping your baby rear-facing for as long as possible is the safest way for them to sit
2. The seat isn’t installed tightly enough:
   1. Lot’s of parents stress about making the seat belt too tight and hurting their baby
   2. An easy way to know if the beat is tight enough is to jiggle it in the area where the safety belt is pulled through, the chair should not move more than 1 inch in any direction.
3. Harness straps are too loose.
   1. Again, parents stress about the tightness of the straps, but leaving them too loose is extremely dangerous, as the child could slip out or tip over during an abrupt stop
   2. The straps should be tightened so that slack can’t be pinched between an adult’s thumb and forefinger.
   3. Regardless if the child says it’s too tight, this is the correct way to strap them in
4. Infant seat angled incorrectly
   1. It must be reclined just enough so the child doesn’t flop forward, but no more than 45 degrees from vertical.
   2. If the child is positioned at more than that, they could be thrown out between the straps headfirst.
5. Harness straps are in wrong slots:
   1. In the rear-facing position, straps should be in slots at or just below the shoulder.
   2. In forward-facing position, straps should come through the uppermost slots (unless a particular car seat instructions specify otherwise).
   3. It is always important to READ the car seat direction because every seat is different!
6. Harness retainer clip is out of place:

         1. The clip should ALWAYS be at the child’s armpit level!

7. The locking clip is out of place:
   1. If needed, it should be positioned no more than an inch from the safety-belt latch.
8. The safety belt isn’t in locked mode:
   1. Check vehicle’s owner manual to determine what type of belts you have.
   2. Follow directions regarding how they must be used with a child-safety restraint.

Thinking about going on one last road trip before the winter weather hits us? Maybe you just want to catch the leave changing across the state border? Whatever your reason for getting away is we have some DIY kits and lists to help ensure that you have everything you’ll need for your next getaway! So pack up the car, buckle up, and get ready to have the adventure of a lifetime! Be sure to be safe but remember to have fun!!

In The Car

• Blankets and pillows
• Music
• Folding chairs
• Reading material
• Camera
• Cash for toll roads
• GPS
• Binoculars
• Wet wipes
• Puzzle books and quiet toys for kids
• Pen, pencil, notepad
• Tissues, paper towels, toilet paper
• Small bags for garbage

Vehicle Emergency Kit

• Flashlight, roadside signal flares or reflective cones/warning signs
• First aid kit
• Booster cables, wrenches, screwdrivers (basic toolkit)

• A gallon jug of water
• Extra washer fluid, oil, transmission oil, brake fluid
• Rags, workshop towels, old blanket
• Gloves
• Spare belts (alternator, fan and air conditioner belts)
• Candle, warm clothes, a heavy blanket (for winter travel)
• Duct tape and WD40

Are you on the exciting journey of finding a brand new vehicle for you? Well as much as this time is exciting it is also stressful, and we understand that! That’s why this week we want to give you a handful of helpful tips and Q’s to ask before you sign that dotted line!

Let’s face it, buying or leasing a vehicle is a big commitment, and you want to be sure that before you get yourself into a contract you know exactly what you’re signing up for. Ask questions! Any and every question that you have, make sure to ask it, regardless if you think it a “stupid” one! But what if you don’t know much about cars? Don’t stress it, we’ve got your back and we have got all the Q’s you should asking the dealership! Check them out below!

• What other fees will I be charged?
  • The price of the car is one thing but you will also have to pay taxes,  registry costs, tire recycling fees, and a documentation fee.
  • If there are any additional costs be sure to ask about them. Make sure you know what you’re paying for sooner than later!
• How much is your documentation fee?
  • All car dealers charge a documentation fee, but not all dealership prices are the same.  
  • Do some research and see what your state Doc fee is capped at.
• Are there any dealer-installed options on the car?
  • Most cars come with options installed at the factory when the car is built. But sometimes the dealer adds items as a way to boost profit.
  • You want to know about any add-ons well in advance, ideally when you’re soliciting a price quote. Know that there’s a markup on them and negotiate accordingly.
• How many miles are on the car?
  • Even if you are buying a new vehicle you might find the mileage is higher than you were expecting.
  • If there are more than about 300 miles on the car, you need to negotiate a lower price.

Whether you’ve got a big family or you’ve got a lot of baggage the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is the vehicle for you! The Atlas has room for all your gear! Large enough to handle everything from the daily carpool to a weekend adventure. It comes standard with seven seats and a 3rd-row the kids will love to sit in. Not to mention enough technology and amenities to help keep everyone happy. So if you’re in the market for a new vehicle and you’re looking for a little extra space, look no further because the Atlas is the perfect vehicle for you! Don’t believe me? Then keep reading to see why this Volkswagen would be perfect for you ever changing lifestyle!

The Atlas is jam-packed with convenience features like the hands-free easy-open power liftgate, which makes it simple to access your cargo space even when your hands are full! With the key in your pocket, kick your foot under the rear bumper of the Atlas to open the hatch. This available feature is ideal when your hands are full. Want a better view of what matters most? Running the almost the length of all three rows, the available panoramic sunroof lets the outdoors in. While you enjoy the view, enjoy the first-class comfort of the atlas with features like Dual-zone manual climate control, Reclining 2nd-row bench seats, and available Heated front and 2nd-row seats.

The Atlas is filled with features and technology designed to help its occupants connect, from Volkswagen Car-Net® App-Connect to available features like an 8″ glass touchscreen display and the VW Digital Cockpit. With our personalization feature, you can also create up to four user profiles, enabling the Atlas to remember things like your radio stations and temperature, among others. If you have the available power driver’s seat with memory, the Atlas can even memorize your favorite seat position.

Technical innovation is about more than just amenities. It’s about peace of mind. The kind that comes from nine available Driver Assistance features that can help give you extra confidence on your drive. Feel safer than ever with the help of technologies like Blind Spot Monitor,  Rear Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pedestrian Monitoring, Parking Steering Assistant, and so many more!

Are you ready to get behind the wheel of the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas? Then stop into King Volkswagen and allow our sales professionals to help you find the perfect Atlas to fit your lifestyle!