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The Family Deal Blog

Official Blog of the LaFontaine Automotive Group in Michigan

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Car Tips and Tricks

August 14, 2018 by Samantha Medici

When it comes to your car, you may be unaware of any helpful car tips and tricks. Instead of wasting your time searching on google, we have created a list of helpful tips and tricks that may come in handy next time you find yourself in a pickle. Take a penny and insert it into your tire's tread … [Read more...] about Car Tips and Tricks

Filed Under: Cars Tagged With: Auto, Car, Driving, Family Deal, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, Tips, Tips and Tricks for Car, Tricks, Vehicle

Protecting Your Valuables: Child and Pet Car Safety

June 21, 2018 by Samantha Medici

The adventure begins......your packing up the car with your family for the first vacation of the summer. Phone charger ✓Snacks ✓ Luggage ✓ Tank full ✓ tablets ✓…..what about car seats? What about your pets? As your planning your family trips this summer it’s important to keep your most valuable … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Valuables: Child and Pet Car Safety

Filed Under: Family, Lifestyle, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: Accidents, Car Safety, Car Seats, Children, Family, Family Deal, Kids, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, Michigan, Pet Safety, Pets, protecting your family, Summer, Summer Trips, Tips, Vacation

Tips on How to Avoid Texting and Driving

July 21, 2017 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

You’re driving down the road and your phone lights up and you receive a text message. You think to ourselves, “Oh no big deal, I will quickly respond.”  If you’re traveling at the speed of 55mph, you will travel the length of a football field in no more than five seconds. Consider how much can … [Read more...] about Tips on How to Avoid Texting and Driving

Filed Under: Cars, Family, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: accident, Attention, behind the wheel, Cars, distracted, Distracting Driving, Driving, Driving Safety, Focus, hands free, highway, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC, Phone, road, Texting, Tips, vehicles

Fuel Economy Tips for Summer Driving

July 19, 2017 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

It’s the summer season, which for many people that means long hours on the road headed to the beach, countryside, the lake, amusement parks, and of course work. As you set out on your journey, know that the temperature outside has an effect on your car’s fuel economy as does how you maintain the … [Read more...] about Fuel Economy Tips for Summer Driving

Filed Under: Car Tech, Cars, Family, General, Lifestyle, Service Tips Tagged With: AC systems, Air Conditioning, Car, comfortable, drivers, Driving, Fuel Economy, highway speeds, Hot, Hot Temperatures, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC, safer, Summer, Tips, windows

Getting Your Vehicle Road Trip Ready

July 7, 2017 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Summer is here and it’s important that your car is prepared for any spur of the moment road trips. Before you hit the road it’s important to pre-check your vehicle to make sure it is in prime condition for a weekend road trip. Whether you’re driving a short distance or across the country, try these … [Read more...] about Getting Your Vehicle Road Trip Ready

Filed Under: Cars, Family, Lifestyle, Service Tips, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: Belts, Brake System, Car, Country, Driving, Engine, Filters, Fluids, Headlights, hoses, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC, Lights, Oil Levels, Service, Short distance, Specials, Summer, Summer Road Trip, Summer Vacation, The Family Deal, Tips, Tire Pressure, Tread, Vacation, Vehicle, Weekend, Weekend Road Trip

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