Car Maintenance Checklist: Fall Into These 4 Habits

It’s hard to believe we’re already nearing the end of summer!  We hope everyone had plenty of fun in the sun– but what about your car?  If the soaring temps took a toll, now’s the time to take care of it!  Here are the most important things to do before we “fall” out of summer.

Check out your headlights!  You might need to replace them with brighter bulbs.  With Daylight Savings Time approaching, being able to see for night driving will become especially important.

Replace your wiper blades.  This is an easy one that many people miss– don’t be one of them!  Wipe summer showers away and get your car ready for more frigid precipitation.

Replace the cabin air filter.  This will improve the function of your A/C as well as your fuel economy.

Make sure you’re up-to-date on scheduled maintenance!  When was your last oil change?  If it’s time for another, give us a call or schedule an appointment online.

Best morning drink!

Looking to mix up your morning routine? Here are some morning drinks to consider!

Herbal Hot Tea
Very simple to make, this is one of the best morning drink to start off the day right. Make sure you buy quality Tea and stay away from the cheap stuff, it makes a difference. We suggest Hibiscus or Green Tea, and if you have a sweet tooth, add a little honey to it.

Chai Tea instead of Coffee
Drinking a hot drink in the morning helps your body wake up, but caffeine is not necessarily very healthy because it will dehydrate you and cause you to “crash” once the effects go away. Get a Chai Tea with natural ingredients, like ginger root. That will be healthy and a great sickness fighting drink.


Protein Smoothie
Nothing beats a good refreshing protein smoothie. You can always make that with Almond Milk as opposed to be using traditional milk. If you work out this will definitely work to your advantage and you will not be disappointed. Make sure you consult a trainer if you’re interested in buying the right protein powder.


Vegetable Juice
It’s not for everyone in the sense that you need to like bypassing the sweets in the morning. If you can handle it, that’s the best way to go. A great vegetable juice with some orange juice or even a banana to sweeten it a little bit, will provide you with the best nutrients for the day.
 

Almond Milk
For all the lactose intolerant people out there, be sure to give this a try, you can now find it at most grocery stores. It has become very popular and it is very healthy. You can even warm it up and use it as Hot Cocoa material! Don’t hesitate to give this a try.


Honey Ginger Lemonade
This will help you stay refreshed and help your tummy pains! It’s simply honey and fresh, peeled ginger added to fresh squeezed lemon juice and water on top of ice. You can add a little mint to freshen it up more.

Special Offer: 2014 Volvo S60 Sedan

Another Special Offer on a Brand New 

2014 Volvo S60 Sedan!

4 available at this offer: VIN E2276863, VIN E2273957, VIN E2278286, VIN E2278741.
 
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Purchase now and receive
up to $5,000 off MSRP!*

$38,960 MSRP
- $2,500 Volvo Palo Alto Dealer Discount
- $1,500 Rebate
- $1,000 Volvo S60 Conquest Bonus
$33,960 Net price! plus fees

Hurry in for a Fantastic Value on a Volvo Luxury Sedan!
All 2014 S60's prices are reduced for sell out to make room for the upcoming 2015.5 models! Offer valid on all remaining 2014 S60 with MSRP $38,960.

*4 available at this offer: VIN E2276863, VIN E2273957, VIN E2278286, VIN E2278741. Conquest Program available for eligible customers that currently own or lease an Acura, BMW, Cadillac, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Lexus, Lincoln, Mercury, Mercedes, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota or Volkswagen. Customer must provide proof of ownership/lease. Conquest Bonus is $1000 towards a purchase or lease of a model year 2014 Volvo S60. Cannot be combined with Owner Loyalty Rebate. Read more about the Conquest Bonus and Owner Loyalty Rebate by clicking here. Vehicles subject to prior sale. All advertised prices exclude government fees, license, registration and taxes, any emissions testing, and a dealer document preparation fee of $80 on all vehicles. All warranty details available at dealership. Applies only to stock on hand with MSRP of $38,960.

Offer expires: 06/30/2014

 

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New Special: The 2014 Volvo S60 Sedan

Special Offer on a Brand New 

2014 Volvo S60 Sedan

Five available at this price. VIN 278555, 278046, 283334, 284267, 273907.

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Purchase now and receive
up to $4,153 off MSRP!*

$36,960 MSRP
- $1,903 Volvo Palo Alto Dealer Discount
- $1,500 Rebate
- $750 Volvo S60 Conquest Bonus

$32,807 Net price!

Hurry in for a Fantastic Value on a Volvo Luxury Sedan!

*5 available at this MSRP VIN 278555, 278046, 283334, 284267, 273907. Conquest Program available for eligible customers that currently own or lease an Acura, BMW, Cadillac, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Lexus, Lincoln, Mercury, Mercedes, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota or Volkswagen. Customer must provide proof of ownership/lease. Conquest Bonus is $750 towards a purchase or lease of a model year 2014 Volvo S60. Cannot be combined with Owner Loyalty Rebate. Vehicles subject to prior sale. All advertised prices exclude government fees, license, registration and taxes, any emissions testing, and a dealer document preparation fee of $80 on all vehicles. All warranty details available at dealership. Applies only to stock on hand with MSRP of $36,960. Offer expires 05/31/2014.

Offer expires: 05/31/2014

 

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Volvo Safety: Think in Threes

 

Chances are you probably consider yourself to be a pretty safe driver.  After all, it’s something you do practically every day, right?  Between commuting to and from work, picking up the kids from school, and running errands, you’d have to be a skilled motorist.  We certainly hope so! But it never hurts to brush up on your know-how.  

 

Tip: Keep your distance by thinking in increments of three.  You should be...

 

3 seconds behind the vehicle in front of you for speeds of 35 – 55 MPH in fair weather, 

 

6 seconds for more than 55 MPH or in rain, and 

 

9 seconds for heavy snowstorms or low visibility.

 

Tell us how YOU stay safe on the road!  Join the conversation on our Facebook page.

Proof that Volvo engineers some of the best darn brakes on the market.

Check out the latest video that's gaining traction on YouTube. It's another dashcam clip from Russia, which we've seen a lot of in the last couple years - but there's something different about this one. It shows a Volvo truck driver stop on a figurative dime to prevent a potentially terrible accident. A testament to the quality and engineering of Volvo's brakes!

Video courtesy of Anton's YouTube channel.

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[VIDEO]: Discovering Simplicity - Volvo Cars

More power from less fuel. That's the Swedish thinking behind our Drive-E powertrains. Swedish thinking is also behind the Treehotel, where inspiration is drawn from nature, and then integrated within it.

Video courtesy of Volvo's YouTube channel.

Special Lease Offer: 2014 Volvo S60 T5

Special Lease Offer on a Brand New 

2014 Volvo S60 T5 Premier Sedan

Five available at this price. VIN E2278555, E2278046, E2278422, E228334, or E2273907

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Lease for only $299/month*
plus tax with $4,258.23 due at lease signing

Hurry in for a Fantastic Value on a Volvo Luxury Sedan!

*Plus applicable sales tax. 36-month closed-end lease based on 10,000 miles annually. Lease payment based on Tier 1 Credit Approval with Volvo Car Finance. MSRP $36,960.00. Five available at this price. Lessee is responsible for excess wear and mileage over 10,000 miles/year at $0.25/mile. Vehicle subject to prior sale. All advertised prices exclude government fees, license, registration and taxes, any emissions testing, and a dealer document preparation fee of $80 on all vehicles. All warranty details available at Volvo Palo Alto.

Offer expires: 02/28/2014

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Featured Pre-Owned Car: 2013 Volvo XC60 T6 SUV

Price: $29,991

Year: 2013
Make: Volvo
Model: XC60
Trim: T6
Bodystyle: SUV
Doors: 4 door
Mileage: 27,071 miles
Engine: 3.0L I-6 cyl
Transmission: Automatic
Drive Line: All-wheel Drive
Fuel Type: premium unleaded
Exterior Color: Whitw
Interior Color: Black
VIN: YV4902DZ1D2405982
Stock #: DP3761

Comments: PRICED BELOW MARKET! INTERNET SPECIAL! -THOROUGHLY INSPECTED, CERTIFIED VEHICLE- -CARFAX ONE OWNER- OIL CHANGED, AND MULTI-POINT INSPECTED! BLUETOOTH, LEATHER SEATS, SATELLITE RADIO, PANORAMIC SUNROOF, AND SUNROOF / MOONROOF. This 2013 Volvo XC60 L is value priced to sell quickly! It has a great looking Whitw exterior and a Black interior! Please call us to confirm availability and to schedule a hassle free test drive. We are located at: 4190 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306.

 

* While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify any information in question with Volvo Palo Alto. 

 

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Special Lease Offer: 2014 Volvo S60

Special Lease Offer on a Brand New 

2014 Volvo S60 Sedan

Only one available at this price. VIN E2283583. 

  

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Lease for only $278/month* 
plus tax with $4,215.05 due at lease signing

Hurry in for a Fantastic Value on a Volvo Luxury Sedan!

Plus applicable sales tax. 36-month closed-end lease based on 10,000 miles annually. Lease payment based on Tier 1 Credit Approval with Volvo Car Finance. MSRP $33,410.00. One available at this price, VIN E2283583. Lessee is responsible for excess wear and mileage over 10,000 miles/year at $0.25/mile. Vehicle subject to prior sale. All advertised prices exclude government fees, license, registration and taxes, any emissions testing, and a dealer document preparation fee of $80 on all vehicles. All warranty details available at Volvo Palo Alto. Offer expires: 03/31/2014

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Special Lease Offer: 2014 Volvo S60 T5

Special Lease Offer on a Brand New 

2014 Volvo S60 T5 Premier Sedan

Five available at this price. VIN E2278555, E2278046, E2278422, E228334, or E2273907

Photo for example purposes only.

Lease for only $299/month*
plus tax with $4,258.23 due at lease signing

Hurry in for a Fantastic Value on a Volvo Luxury Sedan!

*Plus applicable sales tax. 36-month closed-end lease based on 10,000 miles annually. Lease payment based on Tier 1 Credit Approval with Volvo Car Finance. MSRP $36,960.00. Five available at this price. Lessee is responsible for excess wear and mileage over 10,000 miles/year at $0.25/mile. Vehicle subject to prior sale. All advertised prices exclude government fees, license, registration and taxes, any emissions testing, and a dealer document preparation fee of $80 on all vehicles. All warranty details available at Volvo Palo Alto.

Offer expires: 02/28/2014

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Special Lease Offer: 2014 Volvo S60 Sedan

Special Lease Offer on a Brand New 

2014 Volvo S60 Sedan

  

Only one available at this price. VIN #E2283583.  

Photo for example purposes only.

Lease for only $278/month* 
plus tax with $4,215.05 due at lease signing

Hurry in for a Fantastic Value on a Volvo Luxury Sedan!

*Plus applicable sales tax. 36-month closed-end lease based on 10,000 miles annually. Lease payment based on Tier 1 Credit Approval with Volvo Car Finance. MSRP $33,410.00. One available at this price, VIN E2283583. Lessee is responsible for excess wear and mileage over 10,000 miles/year at $0.25/mile. Vehicle subject to prior sale. All advertised prices exclude government fees, license, registration and taxes, any emissions testing, and a dealer document preparation fee of $80 on all vehicles. All warranty details available at Volvo Palo Alto. Offer expires: 02/28/2014

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Vehicle Spotlight: 2011 Volvo C30 T5 Hatchback

Price: $19,995

Year: 2011
Make: Volvo
Model: C30
Trim: T5
Bodystyle: Hatchback
Doors: 2 door
Mileage: 41,258 miles
Engine: 2.5L I-5 cyl
Transmission: Manual
Drive Line: FWD
Fuel Type: premium unleaded
Exterior Color: Orange Flame
Interior Color: Black
Stock #: DP3789

* While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify any information in question with Volvo Palo Alto. 

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Special Lease Offer: 2014 Volvo S60

 

Lease for only $335.52/month*
plus tax with $4,671.13 due at lease signing

Hurry in for a Fantastic Value on a Volvo Luxury Sedan!

*Plus applicable sales tax. 36-month closed-end lease based on 10,000 miles annually. Lease payment based on Tier 1 Credit Approval with Volvo Car Finance. MSRP $36,960.00. Five available at this price. Lessee is responsible for excess wear and mileage over 10,000 miles/year at $0.25/mile. Vehicle subject to prior sale. All advertised prices exclude government fees, license, registration and taxes, any emissions testing, and a dealer document preparation fee of $80 on all vehicles. All warranty details available at Volvo Palo Alto. Offer expires: 01/30/2014 

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