Preventative maintenance tips for your Volvo summertime road trip
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The kids are out of school and the temperature is rising, summer has graced us with its sun-shiny presence once again. Keep yourself and your travel companions safe on the road, whether trekking to the beach, going for a cross-country drive or visiting family and friends. Here are a few preventative maintenance tips to keep your Volvo ready for the road…

Halloween Safe Driving
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In just a few short days Halloween will be upon us, which means trick-or-treaters will be out in full force on the roads and streets in which you drive upon.

Make sure your Volvo is operating properly—from the lights, brakes, wipers and tires—to keep everyone safe in and out of the vehicle. Here are some key check reminders:

Is your vehicle ready for Autumn driving?
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It’s after Labor Day, school is in session and your weekends are comprised of football games (at least mine is anyway). Traffic is abound and Autumn is here. The road conditions have changed, as have driving habits, be prepared and plan ahead. Prepare your Volvo for the crisper Autumn months with these helpful tips.

Is your Volvo ready for summertime road trips?
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Summer is in full swing and long distance road trips to the beach or grandma’s are in effect. Aside from making sure your Volvo A/C system is in proper working order, there are a few other things that shouldn’t be overlooked in your Volvo during the summer season.

A/C on full blast!
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As Glenn Frey would sing, “The Heat is On,” temperature-wise, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. The blazing summer temps can become dangerous to (you and) your Volvo, so keeping cool and the air conditioner in check is a necessity.