Five New Driver Mistakes to Avoid

When you get behind the wheel of a car, it's more than just transportation. It's an experience, especially if you drive an Acura. There's a symphonic audio system, more comfort settings than you can imagine, and options you have yet to figure out. For a new driver, that can be a big problem as your attention should be on the road ahead.If you're teaching someone how to drive, or if you're a brand new driver yourself, it's easy to be distracted and end up making a mistake. And when you're driving a vehicle, mistakes can end in tragedy.

Common Mistakes by the New Car Owner

If you've just bought a new Acura, you've made a great choice. Your car, whether it's an ILX, RDX, MDX, or any other model, is going to give you many years of exceptional service. That is, as long as you take care of it. But as a new car owner, what do you have to do to make it last?Often, new car owners have a 'set it and forget it' mentality. Only filling the gas tank when it's getting low, they find they encounter unexpected issues. While there aren't many things required, there are a few that are important.

Get Your Acura Ready for Winter Driving

You've just experienced the newness of spring, the beauty of summer, and the gorgeous colors of fall. But now comes the season most people dread - winter. It comes with snow (sorry for swearing), subzero temperatures, and awful, frustrating winter driving. Living in Kansas City and the surrounding area, there's no getting around it, unless you head south for six months.Most people have to stick around town for the most part in the winter. So instead of complaining, you might as well get used to winter driving. That task will be so much less stressful if your Acura is properly prepared.

Don't Wait For Your Air Conditioning Repairs!

It's autumn. The leaves are turning picturesque yellows, oranges, and reds, and there's occasional morning frost. The days aren't as hot as they were just a few weeks ago, with the exception of the occasional warm one. Although your Acura's air conditioning wasn't performing all that well towards the end of the summer, you're thinking you'll wait until next year to get it looked at.That may not be the best idea...You see, your air conditioning isn't just for blowing cold air through your vents. It's a system that conditions the air in your car for ALL times of the year, not just summer. It does perform cooling actions, but it also draws moisture out of the cabin to clear your Acura's windows. That becomes more important as the humidity rises in your vehicle.And all through the fall, winter, and spring, the humidity builds. Wet shoes, snow on your boots, and water vapor from your breath can make the windows fog up when you park as well as when you drive.

Why You Should Service at the Acura Dealer

When it's time for your Acura's routine maintenance, you only have to look down the street at the options available. There are Mom and Pop shops, warehouse-style service departments, quick-service lanes, and the one-stop shops. But are any of them the right place to service your Acura? Or is the Acura dealer the better choice?

Ready to Trade In Your Car? Here's How to Get The Most Value

Few things are as exhilarating as buying a new car. The experience of discovering the latest Acura models, learning their features, and test driving you next vehicle can make even the steeliest heart flutter. But it's back to reality when you remember you have a car right now. How will you get the most value for it on trade in?Getting the best price on your trade in isn't as hard as it seems. Your salesperson wants to strike a deal with you, so they'll do everything in their power to get you the best value. All you have to do is help them a little. Here are a few tips:

What is my Tire Pressure Monitor All About?

Vehicle problems always come at the most inopportune times. When you're commuting to work, on a road trip, or just running behind getting the kids in the car on the way to school. That's when you find the oil leak, the car won't start, or you have a flat tire. And that's precisely why tire pressure monitor systems were developed.You're probably aware that your Acura has a tire pressure monitoring system, or TPMS for short. You know that it keeps track of your tire pressure for you, but do you know how it works? Do you know what the indicator means? Take comfort - most people don't.