Clever Road Trip Hacks
Who doesn’t love a life hack? Well, in celebration of “official” road trip season we are bringing you a list of our favorite road trip hacks! Whether you are traveling across the state or the country you’ll find a useful hack on this list. Here are seven to get you started:
- Hang an iPad/tablet from the sun visor for a hands-free tv show or movie watching experience.
- Plastic wrap or press and seal wrap make great impromptu “lids” for your drink. Just punch a straw through the middle and sip away!
- Don’t waste money on overpriced drinks that are half filled with ice anyway. Get a personal fridge to keep cans of soda and bottled water in. They aren’t as expensive as you might think and hold a surprising amount.
- Save plastic containers a week or so before your trip. An empty peanut butter jar or coffee creamer container are great sizes for on the go snacks for a shorter trip.
- Drive-thrus and takeout restaurants are notorious for forgetting utensils and napkins. Don’t leave anything to chance and pack your own.
- Make a set of “How-To” cards for on the road repairs and fixes. If you’ve never jumped a car or only changed a tire once, you might forget a critical step if you’re in the middle of nowhere and stressed out. Step-by-step instructions could save you time and money on the road.
- If you’re bringing your four-legged friend on the trip with you, don’t forget about their safety. There are several companies that make comfortable safety seats for animals that fit in the front seat and utilize the seatbelt like a car seat does.
Ready for more? Check out the huffingtonpost.com article for the full list and don’t forget to come into King Volkswagen for a car check up before heading out on your trip!
Williams, Abigail. “17 Road Trip Hacks That Will Save Your Summer.” The Huffington Post. Huffington Post, 24 July 2015. Web. 12 July 2016. <http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/road-trip-hacks-summer_us_55a54c5ce4b0ecec71bd22e0>.
Are you looking to get behind the wheel of the newest version of the Volkswagen Beetle? If you are then King Volkswagen is excited to invite you over to our dealership to take a test drive in the 2016 model. The Beetle is ready and available for you anytime you want to stop over. For more information on the specifics of this model read all about it on the Research & Review page that we will be releasing soon. Keep checking back here to find out when this page will be available and head over to see us and the 2016 VW Beetle soon!
Happy Fourth of July!
Celebrate this Independence Day by exercising your freedom to buy a Volkswagen! We know that you will find the perfect vehicle to make this holiday the best one ever. We look forward to working with you again soon and we hope that everyone has a very happy and safe Fourth of July!
Let’s Go On A Groovy Road Trip!
Buzzfeed recently released a fun decade-themed road trip guide for the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. Surprisingly, the 60’s-themed trip goes right through our area so we figured, why not share it with our customers and readers? We’ve highlighted the stops they suggested below. For the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s-themed road trips check out the link here.
Start your groovy 60’s-themed drive at the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, PA. Seeing his work is a great way to get in the mood for what’s to come! From there drive southeast through the Gaithersburg, MD area to Washington, D.C. Once there take in the sights of our nation’s capital and then retire to the Watergate Hotel. After a good night’s rest, get back on the road and head north to NYC, specifically the Upper West Side, where West Side Story took place and where it was filmed in 1961. What 60’s-themed… anything… would be complete without visiting White Lake, NY where the famous Woodstock concerts happened?! Lastly, end your trip in Binghamton, NY, where host, Rod Serling, of the popular 60’s show The Twilight Zone called home.
Need a reliable car to take you on this trip? Visit King Volkswagen at 979 N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg, MD 20879 and we will get you on the road in no time!
Booking.com. “4 Decade-Themed Road Trips You Can Take This Summer.” BuzzFeed. Buzzfeed, 25 May 2016. Web. 14 June 2016.
Spoiler Alert: Great Deals Ahead!
It’s that time of year again! Out with the “old” and in with the new! We are getting ready for the 2017 models and need to make room on our lot. With numerous offers and specials on your favorite models, like the Passat, Jetta, and Tiguan, you are bound to find the right vehicle at the right price.
Before coming in, take a look at our Research & Review pages on our site for the vehicle you are interested in so you are familiar with the ins and outs. If you already know which vehicle you want to test drive, just come in and we will get you behind the wheel, no appointment needed!
VW CC Research & Review Page Coming Soon
King Volkswagen will soon be releasing a Research and Review page on the 2016 Volkswagen CC. This page will allow all our customers from Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda and Germantown, MD to explore their options and the available information on this model before coming in. We will announce here on our blog when this vehicle is available to test drive on our lot at 979 N Frederick Ave, in Gaithersburg, MD. Until then, take a moment to learn about your lease and financing options.
Volkswagen 4th of July Deals Are Here!
Isn’t the freedom to choose a wonderful thing to have? Well, King Volkswagen is giving you even more options to choose from thanks to our 4th of July Deals! Whether you are looking to have some fun in the sun in a new Beetle Convertible or go road tripping in a Passat, we’ve got just the model for you. Visit us here at 979 N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg, MD 20879 and exercise your freedom to buy a Volkswagen!
Happy Father’s Day From King VW!
We want to wish all the dads out there a very relaxing and happy day this Sunday on Father’s Day. We really can’t thank you enough for all that you do! Don’t forget to take some time for yourself this weekend.
VW Goes Sleep Driving
Sometimes dreams are just too good to be true, but with the 2016 VW Golf GTI reality is just as good, if not better! Volkswagen has released this fun spot featuring a man and his dog dreaming about taming the open road in the Golf GTI. Check it out above and then get yourself in a turbocharged dream machine of your own by visiting King Volkswagen today!
King Volkswagen June Specials
We’ve recently come out with our specials for June here at King Volkswagen! Whether you are looking for a brand new Volkswagen, a pre-owned vehicle, or just want to save money when you come in for a service, we’ve got you covered. Visit us today at 979 N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg, MD 20879 so you can get the best selection and the best prices in the area. These offers are only good until the end of the month so come in for a test drive this weekend!
**Gas and Hybrid models only. For an individual or immediate family member residing at the same address as the individual (proof of residency required) who currently owns a Volkswagen vehicle (proof of ownership/registration is required). Limit one incentive per eligible VIN. Volkswagen of America, Inc. will pay a $1,000 Owner Loyalty Bonus toward the lease or purchase of any new, unused 2016 model (excluding Golf R models). No trade-in required. Offer is non-transferable. Loyalty Offer Bonus must be applied toward customer lease or purchase and is not redeemable for cash. Incentive paid to dealer and requires dealer participation. Up to $1,000 conquest bonus toward the purchase or lease of new, unused 2016 Volkswagen models (excluding Golf R). The Program is only applicable to current non-Volkswagen owners that finance their new Volkswagen through Volkswagen Credit, Inc. (VCI). May not be combined with Volkswagen Fleet Incentives, Conquest, other Loyalty, or Dealership Employee Programs. Corporations, companies, businesses, and dealerships are not eligible. Fleet leasing, fleet management or dealer-affiliated fleet companies are not eligible. See dealer for complete details. Expires 06/30/2016
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