Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Welcome To The Kyle and Will Family Blog

On behalf of the Kyle and Will Family, I’m happy to welcome you to the Family Blog! 

From the content we publish to the format we present it in, our hope is that you'll be engaged, entertained & educated with each new blog post.



When you visit the blog, you'll get a regular dose of fresh, original content. You can expect our blog posts to focus on:


  • Tips, Tricks & How To’s that make your life easier.
  • Family & Safety oriented articles.
  • Community News & Events that keep you connected.
  • Related News that keep you engaged with your favorite brands.
  • Maintenance & Usability Tips for your vehicle.
  • The extraordinary things our team members do on a regular basis.
  • Plus any other tidbits we think you’ll find useful.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Are You New To Driving?


1. Buckle up.

This should always be your first step when you get into a car. A seat belt is the one thing in your car that can keep you safe if an unexpected accident occurs. Consider it like a lifeline! It is so important to buckle up every time you get into a car. In a split second someone can run a red light, rear end your car, sideswipe you and so many other things that can lead to serious injuries and death. Remember to always stay alerted and buckle up.

2. Get settled in.

Before you take off, pick your favorite radio station or set your temperature to your preference. The less time you spend fidgeting on your drive, the more time you spend staying concentrated on the road ahead.

3. Stop texting and calling.
Drivers are 23 times more likely to crash when they text and drive. 84% of distracted-driving-related fatalities were affiliated with carelessness or inattentiveness. You might think that it is easy to text and drive or you’re a professional so there is no need to worry, wrong! In a split second, everything can change and you might not even notice.

4. Consider road conditions.

Before you leave the house make sure you check the weather. Be ready for snow, rain and other factors that might take place on your commute. One of the scariest situations for a new driver is being stuck in a storm or environment that they aren’t used to.

5. If you’re tired, don’t drive.

A 2007 study from Transport Canada has shown that 15% of Canadians have admitted to falling asleep at the wheel just in that year! Fifteen percent might not seem like a lot but think of it like this.
In Canada, we have approx. 36,155,487 people according to Statcan. Now times 36,155,487 by 15%… That’s over 5 million Canadians that have fallen asleep at the wheel! I don’t know about you, but that is an extremely high number of my books.

6. Be road ready.

This is a pretty broad statement that can be taken in so many ways, but that’s the point. The young driver doesn't even understand half of the factors, hurdles and the unknowns that await them on the road. I’ve been driving for 6 years now and I’m still constantly learning for everyone around me. From the young age of 16 till I moved away for school, my dad would always say, “You’re are not a season’s driver.” This would anger me and usually start an argument about my driving. Now that I’m older, I totally understand what he meant and I was 100% not a season’s driver. When I got my license I was instantly a “professional” driver. I could handle any situation that came my way, or that’s what I thought. I eventually realized that when it came to certain situations I had no idea how to handle them. Eventually, I learned and can now handle everything I would not have been able to a few short years ago. Coming from a small town and learning how to drive at a super young age around the farm, I thought I knew everything and I was a step ahead of city kids. My dad, on the other hand, knew that that was not the case and made good points. The whole point is to learn and driving allows you to do just that, but you got to remember that scary things happen every day on the road and you need to be ready.

Thursday, January 12, 2017

Tips for a Cleaner Car



1.   Don't Eat In It

One of the huge contributions to vehicles being dirty is food. Leftover wrappers, food that falls, crumbs and greasy fingers. You may not think you're a messy eater but you'll soon start to find all of these on your floor, in tight creases and seats. Now, it's hard to say don't eat in your car, but it's something to start being a lot more aware of. Try keeping your road snacks to a minimum and vacuum your car more ofter.

2.    Wax

Now it might sound tedious, but waxing your car occasionally can really payoff. If you spend a little more time after washing your car by waxing, future washes become easier and so does your waxing skills will improve.

3.    Knock Your Shoes

Slush and snow can really make a car messy quick. Make sure you always kick your shoes off before getting inside. It won't eliminate everything but it will help keep it to a minimum.

4.    Clean Up After Yourself

One of the simplest things you can to keep you car clean is grabbing your garbage right away! If you leave receipts lying around, gum wrappers in your cup holder and half your closet in the backseat, you’ve just created a war zone. A good habit to start would be to grab something every time you get out. If you got a bunch of wrappers in your door cubby, grab them and throw them into the first garbage you see. Simple things like this will tidy up your vehicle and are super quick to do.

5.    Trash Bin

Another simple hack to have in your car is a little garbage. This allows you to throw everything in one spot and keeps you from tossing things everywhere thinking you’ll remember it later.

6.    Make It A Routine

It’s hard to designate time to clean your car when you have a busy lifestyle, but by simply setting aside a half hour a week or even a month can really help. On a Sunday morning take a quick walk around your car and grab the garbage you have laying around, give you dash a quick dust or vacuum the interior. If you decide to try and tackle it weekly you can decide to vacuum maybe once a month and so on for the rest.





Monday, January 9, 2017

Is it safe to do a credit application on a dealership’s website?

Most car buyers complete their shopping process online.

The internet to some is very worried about entering their contact information such as name, phone number and on websites with the concern of having tons of emails sent to them, unsolicited phone calls and their information sold. Most prefer and are willing to share as much information to make their lives easier. Most include filling out boring credit applications just to get the best financing for any car.

So; is it safe to do a credit application?

After doing some research it seems like most prefer to fill out an application on the dealership website. Some are concerned due to a majority of them are small mom n' pop and trust isn't as strong as corporate dealerships.

But going back to the main questions, is it safe? Yes. Your information will not be stolen, considering you are dealing with a trusted dealership, but you should always keep your eyes open. Always read the application terms. Just be sure you know what you are filling out before you actually fill it out.

Always remember that it is convenient. You have no pressure by salespeople, you won't be embarrassed telling someone you don't make enough money or you can't afford it. What is the worst that can happen? They say no?

So you have a choice to go to the bank, private lenders, go to the dealership or apply for credit on the website. Your end goal is to get a car