New Years Resolution - Superior Lexus North in Kansas City

Americans spend an average of 2 1/2 hours in their cars every day. According to Yankelovich Monitor Study 2000. Why not think about a driving safely resolution? Distractions are the number 1 causes of accidents while driving! Lets resolve to limit some of these distractions. Most of us know what we are doing is risky and dangerous, there are plenty of times where many of us have been close to having an accident and had timing been off by seconds our lives may have been changed forever! Lets make these changes before this happens and show our children how to be responsible drivers. So in the spirit of New Year's, lets resolve to: Put our cell phones away when before we take our vehicle out of park! Call home let them know you are on your way and put it away and silence it!(so you won't be tempted) Drive safe speeds! We all run late to work, dance, school, etc., but does that minute really make a difference? Driving at safe speeds could make the difference between an accident and the ability to stop when needed. Click it or Ticket... Not only is not wearing a seatbelt against the law in many states, it can save your life. Our lives have become so busy that getting the car in drive before our seatbelts seems more important than protecting ourselves! Buckle Up! These are just a few, we all know our own unsafe driving habits. Sit down think about everything you do that is unsafe and resolve to change! Comment below what you resolve to change, so we can all do this together!! Good LUCK!

When Severe Weather Strikes- Superior Lexus North in Kansas City!

Weather comes on quickly, so make sure to know how your local community notifies you of severe weather.  Do you get a phone call or does a Siren go off?  Make sure to know how your community notifies you about weather!

Winter Watches and Warnings:

Winter Weather Advisory: When a significant winter storm or hazardous winter weather is occurring, imminent, and is an inconvenience.*

Winter Storm Watch:  A significant winter weather is expected, but not imminent, for the watch area; provides 12 to 36 hours notice of the possibility of severe winter weather.*

Winter Storm Warning:  A significant winter storm or hazardous winter weather is occurring, imminent, or likely, and is a threat to life and property.*

Blizzard Warning:  Winds that are at least 35 mph or greater, blowing snow that will frequently reduce visibility to 1/4 mile or less for at least three hours, and dangerous wind chills are expected in the warning area.*

Wind Chill Index:  The calculation of temperature that takes into consideration the effects of wind and temperature on the human body.  This is not the actual air temperature, but what it feels like to the average person.  This wind chill chart shows the difference between actual air temperature and perceived temperature, and the amount of time until frostbite occurs.*

* Definitions are from weather.com

Winterize Your Vehicle From Superior Lexus North in Kansas City

Ensuring your vehicle is winter ready is a very important part of safe winter driving. 

Have the following items checked by a mechanic:

- Oil Level
- Exhaust System
- Brakes
- Battery
- Ignition System
- Lights
- Antifreeze
- Wipers
- All Fluids
- Tires
- Hazard lights
- Thermostat
- Heater
- Defoster

We hope everyone enjoys the snow, but remember to be safe!!  Happy Holidays from Superior Lexus North in Kansas City!

Emergency Winter Vehicle Kit

Great Emergency Essentials:

With winter here make sure your car is prepared for an emergency.  Here are some items that may help you during some emergencies:

• Flashlight
• Extra Batteries
• Blankets
• Sand
• Shovel
• Drinkable Water
• Poncho
• Food- Calorie Fod Bars are a great thing to keep in your vehicle
• Lightsticks last for 12 hours and are visible for up to a mile away. 
• Matches
• First Aid Items: sterile pads, alcohol prep pads, bandages, guaze pads and tape.
• Tissue/Paper Towels.

These are just a few of the items that may assist you if you get stranded.  Be Safe-

Be sure to visit Superior Lexus North in Kansas City, MO online at www.superiorlexusnorth.com

Night Time Driving Tips

The fall back on Sunday morning was welcomed with an extra hour of sleep, however since then we have much more night time driving.  Accidents at nighttime account for about 50% of accidents. 

Here are some things you can do to help with the change:

*Allow about 30 minutes for your eyes to adjust to the dark.
*Make sure to keep all lights(headlights, tail lights, signal lights) clean
*Reduce your speed and the distance between vehicles.
*Make sure your headlights are aimed correctly

Safe Driving!

Breast Cancer Awareness Breakfast- Kansas City

The Breast Cancer Awareness Breakfast was great.  Dr. Clay Anderson from NorthCare Hospice really gave insight on several stages with Breast Cancer.  He also gave a great question and answer time where many got some insight on different topics.  Thanks to all that came out!  If you were unable to attend this year and would like to attend events at Superior Lexus North in Kansas City, MO in the future you can email Michele at Michele.Howard@hendrickauto.com

Thanks!

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