McGrath Lexus Westmont Blog

Tow, tow, tow your boat (or any trailer) with safety in mind. Keep it slow, keep it smooth. When towing, everything you do while driving needs to be done at significantly reduced speed when compared to driving without a trailer. Smoothness and caution are paramount to successful trailering, including accelerating, turning, changing lanes and especially braking. Plan all maneuvers well ahead of time and be especially cautious when towing a slab-sided trailer in windy conditions. Also, familiarize yourself with trailering-specific traffic laws and heed reduced speed limits. Make sure that you have generously sized and properly located mirrors that allow you to see what’s next to your vehicle and trailer. Install mirror extensions if necessary. Check your owner’s manual to make sure your vehicle is properly equipped to handle a trailer hitch, and that it can handle the tongue weight and load of the trailer you intend to pull. Also, do not overload your vehicle’s trunk or cargo area, as that can put additional strain on the rear suspension and other components.

Best car brands from Kelley Blue Book Using consumer-perception data to find the brands that best communicated their vehicles’ features in the last year, along with the factors that sway buying decisions, Kelley Blue Book has come out with its third annual Brand Image Awards. Best comfort: Lexus Best interior design: Lexus

Take the scenic route. Life really is about the journey, so for Pete’s sake, have some fun on your trip. Using your Lexus Navigation System consider taking the more picturesque side roads instead of broad, mind-numbing interstates that may be packed with big rigs and holiday travelers. Pad your trip with extra time so that you can stop at historical landmarks, soak in the beauty of natural landmarks or enjoy a picnic.