Automobile Retailers

Road rage is becoming more common on the highways and roadways in the nation. But have you ever been involved in a parking lot rage incident? This is the same concept, but it takes place in a parking lot instead of the road. Here are some ways to avoid this awkward situation before it poses a problem.

Use your turn signal. One of the main reasons people get mad in parking lots is because they don’t know what the other person is planning to do. When you use your turn signal, they know what you’re going to do and they can go around you.

Don’t use two parking spots. Even if you just purchased a brand new car from your local Mercedes-Benz dealer, a car that takes up two spots is just asking for trouble.

Give enough space between you and the car next to you. That’s just asking for the person next to you to open their door really hard to dent your car.

Back out slowly. You usually can’t see if there are cars or people coming down the lane, so make sure you back out slow to avoid accidents.

Don’t park in a handicap spot if you’re not handicap. Not only is this annoying, it’s also illegal. You can get a hefty fine and sometimes even worse for doing this.

Don’t sweat it. If somebody is willing to fight for a space, let them have it. It’s not worth getting in a brawl or, worse yet, getting killed for (yes, it’s happened). Besides, who couldn’t benefit from getting a more distant space and walking a few extra steps?

There probably isn’t a person reading this that hasn’t used the convenience of a drive-thru window at their favorite restaurant. But those days may soon be over.

There is already a strong movement in Canada to ban drive-thru windows. The people aren’t trying to make existing drive-thru windows shut down, but they are trying to pass legislation that prevents new restaurants from installing these convenient devices. Now, the trend is starting to move into the United States.

Officials in Madison, Wisconsin are trying to prevent a new Starbucks from installing a drive-thru window. The reason for the new trend is “global warming.” Apparently, they think people are hurting the environment by allowing their cars to sit in a line for a couple minutes. That two minutes in line at Starbucks is really going to make the globe so hot that we won’t be able to stand it in a few years!

Actually, wouldn’t this be worse for the environment. Most people are adamant about staying in their cars when they go to Starbucks or any other establishment for something quick. Won’t they just drive a couple miles down the street to the next place that has a drive-thru window and get their favorite drink there instead?

If you’re like me, you’re one of those people. But if you pass a Buick dealer on the way, why not stop in and see what’s new? With new fuel-efficient models arriving on the lot each day, you can still help the environment while enjoying your favorite drive-thru place, too!

If you’ve ever had to take a parents or grandparent’s car keys away because they were a danger to themselves or others, you know how heartbreaking that can be. My dad had to do it with his dad and it broke his heart. The worst part was that my grandpa had just purchased a new car from a local Buick dealer a few weeks before this happened. But it’s your responsibility if a loved one is no longer able to drive with caution or if they are losing their eyesight. If you’re considering doing that now with a parent or if you think you may need to in the future, here are some suggestions to make the process less complicated.

Know the right time. When an older driver gets into an accident, it isn’t necessarily their fault. Everybody gets into an accident at one time or another so don’t automatically assume it’s the best time to take their keys away after one accident. Wait until there is a pattern of traffic violations or other small accidents before making your decision.

Know the health issues. The National Motorists Association states that most accidents involving senior citizens are caused by memory loss or disorientation. This could include health issues like Alzheimer’s and others. Generally, seniors tend to adjust their driving habits accordingly with other health issues, including cataracts or arthritis. Keep this in mind before taking their keys.

Research the possibilities. Is the car their only mode of transportation? Are there any busses or taxi companies in the area that can take them where they need to go? Can a member of the family take them to their appointments? If a car is their only option, you’ve got a tough decision to make.

Be gentle. It’s difficult for a parent to take advice or even demands from their children regardless of their age. But if you be gentle and explain the situation to them and how they could endanger lives, they may be more willing to give up those keys. Whatever you do, don’t make it into an angry confrontation. That will just make things worse.