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A winter survival kit is essential for peace of mind during the coldest months of the year. Consider the several items that our team at Trevor Merren Auto deems important to have in your vehicle at all times!

Considering your passengers when building a survival kit for your vehicle is essential. If you have children as passengers, having games, books, and kid-friendly food is important. Also, if you have an infant, you should have extra food and formula for them. Blankets, hats, gloves, and warm clothes are also essential to include in your kit.

Even short jaunts in the greater Grand Rapids area can take a serious toll on your wallet if gas prices are at their highest. Fortunately, no matter how volatile fuel pricing may be, you always have control over your auto's fuel economy. At Trevor Merren Auto, we want to share three fuel economy tips to make your gas go further.

Lighten Your Load

Avoid carrying unnecessary items in your trunk, in-floor storage, or other cargo storage areas. If you don't need it, leave it behind. Cleaning out heavy tools, clothing, and other non-essentials will lighten your load and…

At Trevor Merren Auto, we have a team that always wants to make sure that you know how to care for your vehicle. Washing your vehicle is important for many reasons, such as ensuring that the exterior stays in good condition.

If you ever want to sell your vehicle or you need it for professional reasons, having it washed regularly is important to keep the paint job from deteriorating. You can also avoid rust if you make sure that dirt and grime aren't collecting on your vehicle.

The decision between all-weather floor mats and carpet mats often depends on your specific needs and lifestyle.

Benefits of All-Weather Mats:

• Easy Cleaning: The smooth, non-absorbent surface of all-weather mats makes them easy to clean. You only need to wipe, shake, or hose them down to remove any dirt.
• Stain and Spill Resistance: All-weather mats are less likely to stain from spills, making them a practical choice for frequent travel with beverages or messy items.
• Longevity: The durable rubber or vinyl with all-weather mats causes them to have a longer lifespan, making them more

An auto-dimming rearview mirror works on the principle of electrochromism, where an object changes color according to different levels of the electrical stimulus. An auto-dimming rearview mirror has five layers of material sandwiched between a piece of glass and a mirror. The glass is just clear with an electrolytic film between the outer two conductive layers followed by the ion storage layer, an electrolyte and the electoral chromatic layer. With no voltage applied, this would be transparent, and light would pass through the glass and bounce back from the mirror and into the driver's

There are a number of ways to ensure that your child's safety seat is installed correctly in your vehicle. How to install your child's safety seat will depend on what type of seat it is, and whether the seat faces forward or backward. It is important to read the directions on your child's specific seat if you are not sure.

Safety seats attach to your vehicle using anchor points in the vehicle itself. these attachment points are located in the crease between the seat top and bottom. Use the buckles on the safety seat to anchor the…

Winter is coming. This means that you may encounter snow, ice and other unpleasant weather events. It is important to be prepared for what you may encounter while on the road. You need to have gloves and hats so that you can stay warm while waiting for help in the car. A first aid kit is needed in case someone gets injured. Snacks and bottled water can keep everyone full until help arrives.

Flashlights are necessary because you may find yourself stranded at night. Jumper cables can be used to revive a dead car battery. Other things that you may…

Bicyclists are an important part of the transportation mix, and they have the right to use public roads. As a driver, you have a responsibility to share the road with them safely. The following tips can help you safely share the road with cyclists.

Give Cyclists Space

When passing a cyclist, give them at least three feet of room. Additionally, avoid making sudden lane changes near cyclists, and be sure to signal when you’re turning.

Be Patient

Cyclists move slower than cars, so remember to be patient when driving near them. It’s important to avoid tailgating and honking…

You have to take special care in order to ensure that everyone stays safe during the road trip. A vehicle breakdown can ruin a road trip. Fortunately, it is less likely to happen if you take your car to the mechanic ahead of time. Everyone wants to be social during a road trip, but it is a good idea for you to minimize the chatter. Road chatter can be a huge distraction. It is important to take breaks frequently. It will be a lot harder to drive if you are fatigued.

You also do not want to eat while you…

A backup camera, also known as a reversing or rear-view camera, is a device installed on the rear of a vehicle to provide the driver with extra visibility. This is especially useful when in tight spaces such as parking lots and garages. It gives drivers an extra view of any obstacles that may be behind them, reducing their blind spots and making it easier to reverse safely.

The camera typically comes with an LCD monitor that is mounted within the vehicle's dashboard, allowing the driver to easily view what’s happening behind them.