Plaza Automotive Center
The only independent shop in the South Bay with 7 complimentary loaner cars.
Here are a few tips to help keep you from becoming a statistic. 1. Set your phone on vibrate and place in the back seat, glove compartment, or trunk to keep out of reach. 2. While driving in stop-and-go traffic, toll booth lines, and the like, don’t use your phone. 3. Select your playlist on [...]
Safety First… If you see this light the air bags are NOT working If your air bag light is on this means your air bag is non operational. If an air bag warning light is illuminated while driving the air bag safety system has been disabled and will not activate in the event of an [...]
Around your car Warning Lights This warning light indicates that you have a lamp out: a headlight, taillight, stop light or turn signal indicator. You can continue to drive your vehicle, but with reduced visibility and safety. Be warned that law enforcement officers may stop you and issue you a warning ticket or a safety [...]
How well are your headlights working? Your headlights are the eyes of you vehicle. If they can’t see well, then neither can you. With the shorter days and longer nights of winter, maintaining your car’s headlights can be an important part of driving safely. Most vehicles built today have polycarbonate lenses. This is a [...]
Whenever you leave your car, always take your keys with you, lock all the doors, place everything that could attract the attention of thieves into the trunk, and select parking areas that are busy and well-lit. Never leave the car running when you are not in it, even for a few minutes. Never leave personal [...]
Are you driving with blind-spots? Even in the best of conditions, changing lanes can be an adventure. The fact is that there is no such thing of a blind spot unless you are in a large vehicle, in which case there is a blind spot behind the back window. Blind spots are created by the [...]
socal roads – SLIPPERY WHEN WET In spite of this week’s heat wave, winter storms are on the horizon. If Southern Californians ever knew how to drive in the rain, they forget during the six to nine dry months of the year. Autumn is upon us, and with winter rapidly approaching, it’s important to once [...]
Losing control of your car on wet pavement is a frightening experience. Skids are scary but hydroplaning is completely nerve-wracking. Hydroplaning happens when the water in front of your tires builds up faster than your car’s weight can push it out of the way. The water pressure causes your car to rise up and slide [...]
This year, plan ahead for the rainy season – just as you said you would when you got caught out last year. Detail the windshield The low sun in the fall is particularly tough to drive thorough. It can turn a clear windshield into an opaque curtain. You can improve vision significantly by making sure [...]
Road trips are fun. The mess they leave in your car is not. Here are a few tips on how to get that junk off of your upholstery. First: get rid of the crumbs. Use a damp cloth to wipe down the seats. Vinyl seats are the easiest – they can be washed with mild [...]
You never know when disaster will strike. Do yourself a favor and save some room in your trunk for the following items. They could turn a potential trip-wrecker into nothing more than an unexpected pit stop: Screwdrivers and wrenches of various sizes Jumper cables A jack and tire iron A can of “Fix-a-Flat” for temporarily [...]
Checking tire pressure is one of the most important things you can do to prevent tire damage and keep you safe on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), low tire pressure is the leading cause of tire failure, and is responsible for 660 fatalities and 33,000 injuries every year. Those [...]
Just by liking us on Facebook, you could win a new set of tires for your car AND have them installed by our alignment and balance specialist.*
Don't forget about the Farmer's Market today. It's in the Peninsula Shopping Center parking lot at Hawthorne and Silver Spur, from 9:00AM to 1:00PM
May 19, 2012 at 8:20 am Free Public Boat Tours in San Pedro today! http://ow.ly/aDiWV
Summer is just around the corner. Is your car ready for those summer road trips?
May 18, 2012 at 11:40 am Woodies on the Waterfront tomorrow. Wooden cars and classically restored vintage automobiles, live surf music, food and raffle prizes. And it's all for a good cause......Check it out. http://ow.ly/aXU7z
What are you doing this weekend on our peninsula?? Share some ideas. Farmer's Market at noon today. Friday night at Off the Vine then over to Whale and Ale. How about Think, Saturday night and a little Laker action at the SP Brewco. Saturday morning PV 1/2 Marathon and then on Sunday at Angles Gate Cultural Center from 12 - 5. Great local weekend ahead. Check out latest Random Lengths Issue. 75 Omelettes done, I see the light at the end of the tunnel. Congrats to BG Club College Bound Grads. Graduation 6/6 at Warner Grand.
May 17, 2012 at 7:50 pm How many times have you been out on the road the one of the kids yell, I have to go....Did you there is a mobile app called SitorSquat? Hey don't laugh, you never know when it might come in handy! http://ow.ly/aU52o
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May 17, 2012 at 3:27 pm Teach your young drivers the truth about teen driving statistics and you could be saving their lives.
By BLANCA E. FRANCO
Parents often warn their teenagers about the dangers of driving a two ton car. Being teenagers, these young drivers seem to believe they’re unstoppable and don’t give their full attention to the road. They’re...
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Don’t forget to update your insurance policy! Your teen’s high school graduation might save you a penny or two.
May 16, 2012 at 10:25 am Have you entered the drawing for a free set of tires? All you have to do is 'LIKE' us. http://ow.ly/aUrOd
Sunday 5/20/2012 is Open Studios at Angel's Gate. From 12 -5 tour the studios of local artists. See you there.
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