Posts by J DAMICO
Keeping It Earth-Friendly
McElwain Bros. Paint & Collision Center is committed to doing everything we can to keep our planet a place future generations will thrive and grow. While it’s true that auto collision repair can take its toll on the environment, a conscientious repair shop can find many ways to prioritize eco-conscious efforts. That’s why we’ve tried…
Read More5 Ways to Show Your Car a Little Love
We often associate February with love, hearts, flowers, and Cupid. The 14th is a day to celebrate our loved ones and show how much we care. This month also presents the opportunity to show love for something else that has proved to be reliable: your car. You rely on your car more than you realize. It…
Read MorePacking Your Car for a Holiday Road Trip
The holidays can be stressful for many reasons. Is your family traveling “over the river and through the woods” to grandma’s house this year? Our friends from Carwise have a few tips to help make sure your holiday road trip is a smooth one. Pack it safely. Be sure to pack only essential items –…
Read MoreWhat To Do After An Accident
If you’re in an accident, first make sure no one in the car is injured. Next, check on the passengers in the other vehicle, pedestrians and anyone else nearby to make sure they’re OK. Then do these five things: Stay at the scene Leaving can result in legal consequences, like fines or additional violations. Call…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Hitting a Deer
Slow down. Watch for deer especially around dawn and between the hours of 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., when they’re most active. Be aware. Look out for deer-crossing signs and wooded areas where animals are likely to travel. If you travel the same route to and from work every day, you may find deer…
Read MoreTop Four Fall Driving Hazards
Fall is here. You may not notice it right away, but your time on the road is affected by the shorter days and changing weather. Stay alert this fall. Here are some things to look out for when you’re on the road: 1. Rain and wet leaves As the weather cools down, the rain picks…
Read MoreDoes detailing add to your car’s value?
Auto Detailing Restores & Protects Weather and the sun’s UV rays cause your car’s paint to fade and dull. In addition, your finish experiences scratches, oxidation (rust) and parking lot dings. Wheels also get quite dirty. All these factors can lower your car’s resale value. Here are a few steps that can help protect and restore…
Read MoreWinter Driving Tips
Winter is here and snow is in the forecast. Here are a few tips from the PA Dept. of Transportation that may help keep you & your family safer while you travel this season. Carry a winter emergency travel kit. Listen to weather and travel advisories, but if you don’t have to travel in bad weather,…
Read MoreCar Care Tips for College Students
We came across this very informative post on carcareins.org. These are good tips for anyone who wants to keep their vehicle in good working order. By performing routine maintenance on your vehicle, you can decrease your chances of getting into an accident, which in turn will help keep your insurance premiums and auto repair costs…
Read MoreIt’s a New Year. Declutter & Organize Your Garage!
Welcome to a new year! Research shows us that 80% of New Year’s resolutions are broken by the second week in February….so if one of your resolutions is to get your home cleaned & organized,we’d like to help you beat those odds. We hope this handy checklist will help. Let’s start with something we know…
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