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Safety Tips For A Successful Road Trip

Davis Body Shop2022-10-15T19:27:37+00:00August 30th, 2022|Car Safety, Road Trip|

Right now is a fantastic time to get out and enjoy the warm weather and scenic views with a road trip - even if only for a day or two. Here are some safety tips for your next adventure: Vehicle: Regardless of what type of vehicle you'll be taking, there are some checks you should make before you hit the road. Make sure that your tires are properly inflated, brakes are fitted and that you have a full tank of gas. Also keep current copies of all essential paperwork (registration, proof of insurance, etc.) in your glove box. Planning the route: [...]

Back To School Safety Tips For Drivers And Pedestrians

Davis Body Shop2022-10-17T14:02:11+00:00August 23rd, 2022|safety tips|

With school starting up again, you may notice heavier traffic and more pedestrians on foot and bike, especially if you live near a school or university. Regardless whether or not you're heading to school, it's important for all motorists to practice safe driving and exercise caution when in busy school areas. Here are some back to school safety tips as kids, parents and teachers head back to school: Sharing the road with pedestrians If you live near a school or campus, it's likely you'll notice a lot more foot traffic as another school year begins. When you're behind the wheel, [...]

Fire Season And Your Car: Fire Prevention Tips

Davis Body Shop2022-10-15T19:28:07+00:00August 16th, 2022|Car Safety|

With the summer fire season well underway, and the Santa Ana fire season beginning in October, it's important to know how to keep your vehicle safe from catching fire, and also how to prevent your car from being the cause of another wildfire. Preventing Your Car From Catching Fire The most common causes of a vehicle fire are mechanic and electrical issues. A car accident can also cause a car to catch fire. It is important to stay alert; if you ever smell burning rubber or plastic, or notice smoke or flames, take action immediately. If your car catches fire, [...]

How Crash Ratings Affect Insurance Rates

Davis Body Shop2022-10-17T14:38:21+00:00July 26th, 2022|car purchasing, Car Safety, Collision Repair, Davis Body Shop, Insurance, New car purchase, safety tips, Vehicle Safety|

Buying a safe car can not only help save your life in the event of an accident, but it can also lead to savings on your car insurance premium. Insurers value safe vehicles because they keep occupants safer and keep claim costs low. Also, drivers of safe vehicles are thought to be more likely to drive responsibly. For these reasons, driving a safe car will translate into a lower car insurance premium. From your insurer's perspective, the rationale's pretty clear: the better your car performs in crash tests and the more safety features it has, the safer you'll be on the [...]

Old Age And Driving: Is It Safe For Mom & Dad To Drive?

Davis Body Shop2022-10-15T20:10:51+00:00July 19th, 2022|Car Safety, Davis Body Shop, safety tips, Vehicle Safety|

When it comes to our family & loved ones their safety is our primary concern. It's normal for parents driving abilities to change as they age. By reducing risk factors and incorporating safe driving practices, many can continue driving safely long into their senior years. But we do have to pay attention to warning signs that old age is interfering with driving safety and make appropriate adjustments. At some point it will probably be necessary to seek alternative methods of transportation. How Does Age Affect Driving? Everyone ages differently, so there is no arbitrary cutoff as to when someone should [...]

Keeping Your Family Safe While Driving

Davis Body Shop2022-10-17T13:52:39+00:00July 12th, 2022|Car Safety|

Keeping your family safe in the car is one of the most important responsibilities of a parent, and finding the right car for your growing family can be overwhelming. If you're making a car purchase as a parent or just want to make your current vehicle safer, you may want to keep in mind the following child and family car safety tips: Check crash test ratings of any vehicle you consider. Remember that reliability matters as much as crash safety. Maximize space and fuel economy. Invest in family-friendly car features for children. Test before you buy. Note: For a more [...]

Hit The Road This Summer – Three Awesome Local Road Trip Ideas

Davis Body Shop2022-10-15T19:36:08+00:00July 5th, 2022|Road Trip|

Summer is here! School is out, the weather is hot, and it is the perfect time to get away. Living on the Central Coast, we're lucky enough to be surrounded by a wide variety of road trip destinations. Whether you're looking for a quick weekend getaway or a longer adventure, you won't be a loss of places to go or things to see. Here are three of our favorite central coast road trip destinations. Paso Robles Wine Country Many joke it's the "new Napa" - we're so fortunate to be so close to so much delicious wine in Paso Robles. [...]