Category Archives: Safety

flat tire

Why is Tire Pressure Important?

Does Tire Pressure Change from Summer to Winter?

Time and temperature do have an effect on tire pressure. That’s why it is so important to check your tire pressure on a regular basis. There are two things to keep in mind. The first is that as air is heated and cooled it expands and contracts, it is a gas after all. The second thing is that the temperature difference between summer and winter in most parts of the country is an average of 50 degrees. That’s enough to have an effect on tire pressure. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Tips and Tricks to Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen

Top 10 Tips on How to Prevent Auto Theft

Few emotions compare to the feeling you get when you hit the accelerator in your BMW 7 Series or settle into the plush leather seats of your Mercedes-Benz. At the opposite end of the spectrum, there are few feelings more heartbreaking than finding your dream car stolen. Here at the Certified Autoplex, we have met with drivers who have experienced both the highs and lows we highlighted. Prevent the lows and take a look at these top 10 tips on how to prevent auto theft. Read the rest of this entry >>

back to school

Safety Tips for Back-to-School Driving

Summer’s come to an end, and school is back in session. What exactly does that mean for our driving habits? We can think of two words – care and safety. Although this perfectly describes how we should be driving everyday, it’s even more important when a ton of children are involved. Our team here at Certified Autoplex put together a list of the top three safety tips to follow when driving in school zones. Read the rest of this entry >>

car accident

What are the signs of a staged car accident?

We know it sounds crazy, but staged car accidents are definitely a reality. Although they’re rare, these kinds of accidents do occur, and as a driver you should at least be knowledgeable of the possibility. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to highlight some of the main signs of a staged car accident to ensure our readers are always prepared when worse comes to worst. Read the rest of this entry >>

car being driven in the fall season

Safety Tips for Driving in the Fall

The leaves are changing colors and the temperature is starting to drop, which can only mean one thing – Fall is right around the corner. Although it may seem silly, there are definitely a few things we should keep in mind as drivers during these next few months that are different than the rest of the year. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share some safety tips for drivers during Fall.

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law enforcement

Tips to Avoid Getting Pulled Over

We know it may seem silly to discussed ways to avoid getting pulled over by the police, but it’s definitely a good conversation to have. Whether you’re a new teen driver, or you’ve been on the road for years, talking about ways in which we can better follow the law is never a bad idea. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share a few suggestions on how to avoid getting pulled over when you’re the one behind the wheel. Read the rest of this entry >>

dog in car

How-To: Safely Travel With Pets in the Car

If your pets are a huge part of your life, then we completely understand if you’d want to take them along for your next camping trip or family getaway. Since you’ve made the decision to bring your pet along in the car, you’ll want to be sure you’re following proper safety procedure in order to keep your animal safe on the road. Let’s explore further ideas on how to safety travel with your pet in the car. Read the rest of this entry >>

teen driver

Simple Advice for Teen Drivers

Simply put, we were all teen drivers at one point, which is why it’s important for us to pay it forward by spreading our knowledge and wisdom with new teen drivers any change we get. Our team here at Certified Autoplex is going to share our top three tips for new teen drivers in order to get your own ideas rolling. Spark the conversation with your teen driver; we promise you won’t regret it!

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