Your car overheating can mean a few different things, but oftentimes it can be a leak or blockage in your engine’s cooling system that is preventing heat from properly escaping.

Make sure you have a few things in your car ready just in case; coolant (50/50 antifreeze & water), oil, extra water, heavy duty gloves and tools.

A few signs to tell if your car is overheating includes the temperature gauge getting abnormally close to or in the red, burning or strange smell coming from the front of your vehicle, or even steam (can look similar to smoke) coming from your boiling coolant.

The best thing to do when you notice your car overheating on the road is to pull over and turn off your engine to avoid engine damage and wait for your engine to cool down (at least 15 minutes) before you approach it. When checking under the hood pay attention to the coolant and oil levels, as well as any visible disconnection, cracks or leaks within the system. Top off your coolant and oil, and use distilled water as a temporary, emergency replacement for the coolant. If you believe you cannot drive it safely any longer, call your tow service.

If you’re on the road and notice your temperature gauge begins to go up abnormally, turn on the heater at full blast. Even if it’s a hot day, this can direct the heat away from your engine. Even if this does work, you should only drive a small distance. This can only be a band-aid for your vehicle overheating and it should be taken to a mechanic as soon as possible.

If you experience your car overheating, please give us a call here at Speck Motors so we can get your vehicle back on the road safely!

You can also schedule your service online here.

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Are you looking for a Chevy SUV? The 2021 Chevrolet Equinox and 2021 Chevrolet Blazer SUVs are great vehicles perfect for your daily commute and weekend adventures. The new Blazer and Equinox SUVs are available in both front wheel and all wheel drive.

The 2021 Equinox is available in 4 different trim levels: Chevrolet Equinox L (FWD only)

Chevrolet Equinox LS

Chevrolet Equinox LT

Chevrolet Equinox Premier

The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer is available in 6 different trim levels: Chevrolet Blazer L (FWD only)

Chevrolet Blazer 1LT (FWD only)

Chevrolet Blazer 2LT

Chevrolet Blazer 3LT

Chevrolet Blazer RS

Chevrolet Blazer Premier

Engines

The Chevrolet Blazer and Chevrolet Equinox differ where their engines are involved. The new 2021 Chevrolet Equinox carries a 1.5L Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine while the slightly bigger 2021 Chevrolet Blazer has the option to carry a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, a 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder engine, or a 3.6L V6 engine that comes standard on the Chevrolet Blazer RS model.

Exterior

On the exterior, the new 2021 Equinox takes on a versatile look; clean, classic, and sporty. It is available in 8 different color options, available 17″ & 18″ wheels and has an overall length of 183.10 inches. The 2021 Blazer is a little longer, riding on 18″, 20″ or 21″ wheels with an overall length of 191.40 inches. The new Blazer also has a modern, sleek and sporty look with 11 available exterior color options.

Interior & Features

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The new 2021 Chevrolet Bolt Electric Vehicle gets a EPA-estimated MPG equivalent rating of 118 MPG combined — all with zero emissions. The Bolt EV runs with an electric drive unit that gets up to 200HP, and is paired with a Lithium Ion Propulsion battery. On a full charge, the Bolt EV has a driving range of about 259 miles.

The charging options for the 2021 Bolt EV includes: 120-volt portable charge cord: Perfect for topping off your battery charge, this allows you to charge the Bolt anywhere there is a 3-prong grounded outlet. 240-volt charging unit: This charging unit can be installed in your home to charge your EV while resting up inside. DC Fast Charging: Available on the Bolt EV LT and standard on the Premier model, DC Fast Charging makes charging much faster and gives you a great boost off battery in a shorter amount of time. This is available at public stations.

The charging in the Bolt EV is programmable, allowing you to set a delay for charging, which is convenient for at-home charging when leaving the vehicle plugged in.

The 2021 Chevy Bolt EV seats up to 5 and comes in cloth or leather-appointed seating. Heated seats are available for extra comfort! On the interior you can also expect great connectivity features such as Bluetooth, 4G LTE available WiFi hotspot, OnStar availability and more. On the exterior, you’ll find awesome color options including Cayenne Orange Metallic, Oasis Blue, Kinetic Blue Metallic and more.

View more about the new Chevrolet Bolt EV here at Speck Motors of Sunnyside.

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Does it have everything I need?

Unless you’re looking for that fun and sporty 2nd vehicle, it’s always a great idea to get something that is practical for your lifestyle. If you have 4 kids and travel all the time, maybe a coupe is not the best idea. In this case, maybe an SUV with integrated navigation? Need a simple commuter car? Maybe a basic car is better for you. When you’re spending thousands of dollars on one purchase, it’s crucial to make sure it fits you and your lifestyle.

Does everything work? And how does it drive?

All of our vehicles in our Speck inventory receive a multi-point inspection before you buy, but it’s always important to listen and feel everything before making your decision. Anything you may find during your drive, our service team is always happy to review with you.

Before you get in the vehicle, do a walkaround. Usually, your sales representative will go through this with you. A walkaround gives you the opportunity to check out the paint quality, lights, tires, and more. If you have a car or booster seat, this is a great time to see if your seat fits into the vehicle. This is also a good time to get in some extra questions that can help you decide which vehicle works best for you.

Does this vehicle:

Have enough room for people and cargo?

Come with a warranty option?

Have All Wheel Drive?

Anything you absolutely require, it’s important to ask about. Once you’re in the car, test all the systems on the inside. Make sure you test all your seat and mirror adjustments to ensure a comfortable and safe drive. Turn on the interior lights, and test the trunk and gas cap buttons if applicable. Regardless of the weather outside, it is important to test out the heater and the air conditioner and make sure all the buttons are doing their job. Switch the radio, and tune through the channels with both the control on the radio itself as well as the steering wheel controls. Plug in your phone, if applicable, to see if you can connect to your vehicle. You can do this through USB input, Auxiliary, and/or Bluetooth. If you’re interested in Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, now is a great time to test your ability to use that feature. If your test drive comes with a back-up camera and/or sensors, give that a test as you pull out on your drive.

Most dealerships have a pre-planned route for test driving vehicles. Sometimes these routes don’t have left turns, hills, speed bumps, or anything that you may run into during your daily drives. See if it is possible to go through these to see how the car runs in these situations. Does it rattle on a speed bump? Does it make a noise when turning? Are the brakes stopping properly, without noise? How does the vehicle react when going up a hill? All of these questions are great to ask yourself while test driving.

At the end of your drive if you’ve decided this is the vehicle for you, make sure a dealer mechanic performs the necessary inspections to confirm there are no leaks, recalls, or faulty systems.

Now that you are informed on what you should look for on your next test drive, why not schedule one? View our inventory at Speck Motors today!

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