8 Fun Spots for a Winter Weekend Getaway in Michigan

MT. PLEASANT, Mich., –– It may seem like December through March is just a dark and gloomy dead period in the Mitten State, where the sun sets way too early and the weather is frigid and snowy. When in fact, there is a lot of fun to be had around the state during the winter months! If you're looking to plan a trip to inject some fun into your life this time of year with your family or signifiant other you'e got plenty of options of where to visit. Check out these 8 fun spots for a winter weekend getaway in Michigan to enjoy yourself, make some memories, and make springtime come a little faster!

Traverse City

Northern Michigan's biggest city still has a lot to offer during the "off-season" including great dining options, shopping, and even the Great Wolf Lodge where you can experience the most incredible indoor waterpark you've ever seen. While maybe it doesn't quite compare to the summertime, the natural scenery around Traverse City and Grand Traverse Bay is uniquely beautiful during the winter as well.

Grand Rapids

Visit Grand Rapids to admire their stunning selection of museums including the Gerald R Ford Presidential Library & Museum and world-renowned Frederick Meijer Gardens. Additionally, you'll find terrific options for food, and night life, while you can also take walks around town to admire Grand Rapids' architecture, or take in a concert at the Grand Rapids Symphony. A very family friendly town, Grand Rapids is a great place for a weekend getaway.

Detroit

You can visit the Motor City to catch a Detroit Redwings or Detroit Pistons game at the new state-of-the-art Little Caesars Arena, which is worth the trip all by itself. Otherwise you can also take in a show, play, or concert at the famous Fox Theatre, Fillmore Theatre, or other great venues. You can also check out Campus Martius and all the fun to be had there including ice skating during the winter months. Or, visit the MoTown Museum to check out history of American music history, or the Belle Isle Aquarium to see incredible marine life. There is plenty to do and see in the revitalized Detroit, and incredible dining and nightlife options as well.

Boyne City

It's not just a skier's paradise but a perfect spot for a winter weekend getaway with the whole family. If skiing and snowboarding isn't your thing, you can still enjoy the multiple other amenities and activities that nearby Boyne Mountain has to offer including the Avalanche Bay Indoor Water Park, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails, horseback trail riding, the tubing park, and a zip line course down the backside of the mountain. Also, you can find great food options in town such as the Red Mesa Grill.

Frankenmuth

Visit Michigan's little Bavaria for a fun winter weekend trip! Stop by the world-famous Bonner's Christmas Wonderland simply to check it out and stock up on next year's holiday decorations. Or, visit Zehnder's for a delicious chicken dinner or to have fun at their enormous indoor waterpark.

Petoskey

Another great choice for an up-north weekend during the wintertime. Petoskey boasts more than 140 miles of forested pathways for snowmobiling and cross country skiing, as well as cute small town shopping options, restaurants, and coffee shops. Plus, Boyne Highlands and Nub's Nob are 20 min away for some skiing and snowboarding fun!

Cadillac

Cadillac is know for their summertime golfing, but during the winter they have a vast snowmobile trail system that spans some 200 miles. You can also do some downhill skiing at Caberfae Peaks and check out the town's newly revitalized downtown area, complete with fun restaurant options.

Muskegon

For a great winter day trip, visit the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex to experience an Olympic-like luge course, ice skating, cross-country skiing, show shoeing, and sledding. They have practically everything you could want to do a on a beautiful winter day in one place!

So plan your trip today to any of these 8 fun spots for a winter weekend getaway in Michigan. You won't regret how good it will feel to get out of the house and explore somewhere new and exciting! Before you head out on your trip, make sure to complete our Winter Car Care maintenance routine to ensure your sedan, truck, or SUV's internal components are up to the task and don't get worn down, broken, or disabled by the cold weather or poor road conditions.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

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12 Netflix Shows to Binge-Watch this Winter

MT. PLEASANT, Mich., –– Dark and cold winter nights make it very easy to just curl up on the couch and turn on the T.V. after work. While we recommend staying active and healthy, sometimes it is just fun to watch your favorite shows and relax. If you're looking for a new show to sink your teeth into though, you're in luck, as we have a list of 12 Netflix shows to binge-watch this winter. By the time you finishing watching all these shows, it will be springtime!

The Office

One of the most beloved comedies to enjoy thanks to its incredible cast of hilarious characters! Watch as the employees of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company are (mis)led by their boss, Michael Scott's zany behavior.

Parks and Recreation

If you love The Office, then Parks and Rec is the perfect next show to binge. Enjoy the wackiness and good-natured humor of a comedy series about small government following the adventures of deputy director of Parks and Recreation Leslie Knope as she tries to make Pawnee, Indiana a better place to live.

Stranger Things

This horror thriller is dripping with 80's nostalgia, with all the drama and suspense to keep you hooked! Imagine if all your favorite 80's movies were combined into one spooky Netflix show with a telekinetic runaway battling an inter-dimensional monster at the center of it.

Scandal

Follow the exploits of Washington D.C. consultant, Olivia Pope, as she fixes public relations nightmares and scandals for the federal government's political elite. This drama is supremely addictive and you'll burn through every season of this show in no time.

Arrow

A superhero drama, which depicts a billionaire playboy who moonlights as a bow and arrow-wielding vigilante who combats a gallery of villains and fights crime and corruption.

Gilmore Girls

A beloved show about a quaint little town and the relationship between a witty single mother and her quirky teenage daughter as they deal with life and love while drinking plenty of coffee!

Sherlock

A modern take on the classic detective tales from famed author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes, accompanied by his partner Dr. John Watson, uses his genius to solve the inexplicable crimes and cases plaguing London.

The Walking Dead

Imagine waking up from a coma and the zombie apocalypse has overtaken the world. Follow a group of survivors who struggle to stay alive when faced with starvation, rival gangs, and flesh-eating zombies.

Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt

A fun, irreverent, and fast-paced comedy based around Kimmy Schmidt, a woman who was locked in a bunker for the last 15 years, as she experiences the real world for the first time, in 21st century New York City.

Friends

Netflix has 10 seasons worth of perhaps the most popular sitcom of all time, Friends! If you've already seen every episode of Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey, and Phoebe's adventures in New York City, you'll be amazed at how fun it is to rewatch them!

Mad Men

One of the most revered modern dramas, Mad Men peers in on the fast-paced world of major corporate advertising in 1960's New York City.  Don Draper, a brilliant creative director with a steely disposition and a secretive past, leads the staff of Sterling Cooper into the future.

So grab some popcorn, hot chocolate, and a blanket and prepare to hunker down and enjoy these 12 Netflix shows to binge-watch this winter! We also recommend looking after your vehicle's wellbeing this time of year, as the freezing temps and harsh weather can have significant negative effects on it as well! Complete our Winter Car Care maintenance routine to ensure your sedan, truck, or SUV's internal components aren't worn down, broken, or disabled by the cold or poor road conditions this year.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

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Winter Driving Tips to Keep You Safe

MT. PLEASANT, Mich.,–– Michigan winters can be quite perilous and create dangerous roads for drivers of all experience levels. While there's no real way to avoid driving until springtime, you can follow a few rules and suggestions to keep yourself out of harm's way on the road. So read our winter driving tips to keep you safe this year!

Clean Off Your Vehicle

Before you even start driving, it is extremely important to clean all the snow and ice off of your vehicle's windshield, windows, headlights, and brake lights. Clear visibility while driving is crucial to your safety while driving out on winter roads and to the safety of other drivers. We can't tell you how often we see somebody trying to drive to work in the morning while looking through a tiny little hole they cleared in the ice on their windshield. Simply put, that is not safe, and you should never do it. Take the time to clear off your windshield and other windows.

Drive Slowly

May seem like a no-brainer, but driving slow is the number one way to stay safe on the roads this winter. It allows you to have more time to brake, react to other vehicles, and will lessen the impact of any uncontrolled steering.

Give More Space Between Vehicles 

This tip is under the same category as driving slower, but it is uniquely important all the same. Allowing for double or even triple the amount of distance you would normally give between you and the vehicle in front of you is important on snowy roads. In fact, the recommended that the normal dry pavement following distance of three to four seconds should be increased to eight to ten seconds in snowy conditions. The added space allows you more time to react to their movements and stop if need be.

Don't Brake Abruptly

Putting your foot down hard on the brake pedal is not a wise choice this winter. Instead, if you need to stop, slowly apply the brake. This way your wheels will slow their rotation in a controlled manner before coming to a complete stop. A hard stop will make your tires lose their grip on the road and slip.

No Sharp Turns

Make slow, wide, and deliberate turns on poor road conditions to maintain control of your vehicle. Sharp or fast turns through intersections or elsewhere can cause your vehicle to fishtail, swinging the back of the car out of control.

Do Not Use Cruise Control

Cruise control is normally a helpful tool, but it can be extremely dangerous to use during winter. Let's say you're driving on the highway or just a normal road with cruise control activated. If your vehicle slides on some ice, slush, or snow and your wheels may be facing a different direction. The cruise control will then keep you acceleration on your new, accidental path potentially hurdling you into off the road, into a ditch, or maybe even into oncoming traffic.

Winter Car Care

The best way to ensure your vehicle is up to the task of winter driving is by completing our Winter Car Care maintenance routine. During freezing temps your vehicle's internal components can become compromised, crack, break, or become disabled. It's also important to get your vehicle's battery, tire pressure and tread, heating, and other components before the winter fully sets in.

Watch the Weather

Keep an eye on the weather channel or other meteorology services for what is headed your way. If possible, it is always advisable to avoid driving during snowstorms or in other poor road conditions.

Practice in a Parking Lot

The best way to become comfortable and skilled at winter driver is to practice. Find an empty parking lot with some snow and ice that you can practice turns, braking, and more so that you're prepared for anything out on the road.

Stay safe this winter by following our driving tips to let your vehicle handle best on the snow and ice while avoiding any accidents. If you're worried about you and your passenger's well being out on the road, in general, we recommend reading up on Chevrolet's new advanced safety features available on most new 2018 Chevy models. Features like the Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist Technology, Forward Safety Awareness, and more can help make driving a much safer and more relaxing endeavor.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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How to Prep Your Home and Car for the Cold Weather

MT. PLEASANT, Mich.,–– Michigan winters can be particularly nasty, and the freezing temperatures we are known to experience can take their toll on your house and your vehicle. There's a number of internal automotive components that can wear down more quickly in the cold. Same goes for your home as well! But thankfully, you can take steps to protect both your house and your ride from winter's inclement weather. Read on learn how to prep your home and car for the cold weather.

Prep Your Home:

Protect Your Pipes - You do not want to deal with the catastrophe of having frozen pipes that crack and then burst come springtime. To ensure this doesn't happen, disconnect and store outdoor hoses, cover outdoor faucets, and drain the water from any outdoor sprinkler systems. Additionally, make sure to protect any water pipes that are in unheated areas of your home with insulation.

Check Your Furnace - You don't want to go through any amount of time this winter without a working furnace, so before the weather gets too cold, test out your furnace to make sure it's running well. Also, to ensure efficiency, we recommend changing your furnace filter right now and then every two to four months until the cold weather subsides.

Prevent Ice Dams - Ice damns are large pieces of ice that build up on the edges of your roof, usually in a gutter, that can seriously damage the structural integrity of your roof. To avoid allowing any ice damns to occur, start by cleaning out your gutters. Then, invest in a de-icing cable system that can be installed on your roof, or purchase an extendable roof rake to use to shovel off the snow that accumulates on your roof so that the ice damns won't begin to form.

Clean and Store Lawn Equipment - It's important to properly winterize and store your lawn equipment for the winter. Start by emptying the fuel in your equipment, as gasoline can damage fuel lines and other components if it sits there for too long unused. You should also clean off any dirt, grime, oil, or grass that is on your lawn mower, leaf blower, etc.

Seal Doors and Windows - Use caulk to seal around your windows and install weather stripping around doors as needed to help keep the warm air in your house from escaping outside, saving you money on your heating bill.

Inspect Fireplace and Chimney - Don't lose any of the warm air in your home by forgetting to close your chimney's flue all the way. Put your hand up your chimney to check, you shouldn't be able to feel any cold air coming down the chimney.

Other Winter Essentials - Make sure you have road salt and shovels to keep your driveway ice and snow-free. Also, a backup generator is a good thing to have in case of emergency or a power outage.

Prep your Car:

Make an Emergency Kit - Everyone should have a winter emergency kit in their car during these colder months. It should include a first aid kit, jumper cables, emergency cash, flashlight, cell phone charger, and additional cash. Additionally, we recommend that you keep sand/kitty litter and a shovel in your vehicle in case you get stuck in a snowbank.

Check Your Engine Coolant/Antifreeze Levels - These fluids will help keep your engine's radiator from freezing or overheating which is especially important during the winter months when the temperatures drop below freezing. You can pop the hood of your vehicle to check your fluid levels or you can always bring your vehicle into our Service Center to have your levels checked and refilled if need be.

Check Your Tire Pressure and Tread Depth - As we all know, driving in snow and ice can be hazardous. Avoid slipping and sliding on winter roads by keeping your tire pressure at the optimal level and making sure that your tire tread isn't worn down. Bald and under-inflated tires will dramatically reduce your handling on the road, so ensure your safety this winter by either maintaining your tires or purchasing new ones.

Get Your Heating and Ventilation Fixed - Getting the heating and ventilation systems in your vehicle checked and/or fixed is extremely important this time of year. You won't be able to defrost your windshield in the morning so that you can see the road properly, and you'll be unable to warm up the cabin of your vehicle, neither of which are safe things to experience.

For additional tips and information to get your vehicle in top shape before the snow and ice arrive, we recommend reading our Fall Car Care guide to prepare for the coming winter weather. It's important to how to prep your home and car for the cold weather this time of year! If you have any questions on how to get your vehicle ready for winter or need any routine maintenance done before the snow falls, visit our Graff Mt. Pleasant Service Center. Our knowledgeable and friendly service technicians will be happy to assist you with anything you need. If you're interested in upgrading to a vehicle that can handle the winter conditions and roads, contact our sales staff to get their recommendations on which vehicles, or check our inventory online to see for yourself!

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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7 Things to Do Around Michigan This Winter

MT. PLEASANT, Mich., –– The early months of the year in Michigan can certainly feel very glum and boring if you let them. The sun sets around 5pm as you're driving home from work and freezing cold temperatures make you want to stay inside hiding under a mountain of blankets. However, there are ways to enjoy yourself this season while you're waiting for Summer to come (because we all know Spring doesn't really exist in the mitten state). Experience and enjoy these seven things to do around Michigan this winter.

North American International Auto Show

January 14th-22nd - Detroit, MI
The North American International Auto Show or 'Detroit Auto Show' as most Michiganders call it is the ultimate gear-head experience. Walk around the enormous show rooms at the COBO Center in downtown Detroit to see what your favorite foreign or domestic car brands are unveiling.

Traverse City Chili Cook-Off

January 14th - Traverse City, MI
Enjoy local restaurants competing in chili categories such as 1 Alarm, 2 Alarm, 3 Alarm, White, Vegetarian, Ethnic, and Seafood. Attendees vote for their favorite in each category and their overall favorite for the People's Choice Award. 

Meridian Winter Blast

January 20th-22nd - Detroit, MI
This event really is a blast! Located in and around the beautiful Campus Martius Park in downtown Detroit, this event has a unique combination of hip and fun winter events that including ice skating, zip-lining, the Meridian Winter Slide, marshmallow roasting as well as live music and a food truck rally.

Wild Winter Weekends at the Detroit Zoo

January 21st, February 4th - Royal Oak, MI
Experience the magic of the Zoo during the winter! Visit your favorite indoor and outdoor habitats and special activities, zookeeper talks, crafts and much more. Especially their awesome Polar Bear exhibit!

Zehnder's Snowfest

January 25th-30th - Frankenmuth, MI
Enjoy larger-than-life snow sculptures and beautifully detailed ice carvings with additional entertainment for the entire family in the warming tent, a fireworks display, petting zoo and children's activities.

See a game/event at Joe Louis Arena

Detroit, MI
It's the final season of action for the Joe Louis Arena, as it is making way for the new, state-of-the-art Little Caesars Arena in downtown Detroit. This incredible building is filled with history and is worth the price of admission to experience a live event here, sporting or otherwise. We recommend purchasing tickets to the MSU vs. UofM hockey game on February 10th. Tickets are very reasonably priced, and it will give you a chance to show off your school spirit while experiencing this hallowed ground of sporting legend before it is demolished.

Visit Boyne Mountain

Boyne City, MI
It's not just a skier's paradise but a perfect spot for a winter weekend getaway with the whole family. If skiing and snowboarding isn't your thing, you can still enjoy the multiple other amenities and activities that Boyne Mountain has to offer including the Avalanche Bay Indoor Water Park, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails, horseback trail riding, the tubing park, and a zip line course down the backside of the mountain.

There's also plenty more to do than just those seven things to do around Michigan this winter. You can take in a show or concert at one of the many incredible and historic theatres around the state, visit one of the numerous museums, or just trek out to your local sledding hill. However you do it, find some time to enjoy what winter has to offer in Michigan. Also, make sure you're prepared for the drive to these fun activities and events in the cold weather and icy winter roads by completing your Winter Car Care routine at our Graff Chevrolet Mt. Pleasant Service Center.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

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5 Homemade Soups That Will Warm You Up All Season Long

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Now that the temperatures are dropping and the snow is falling, we are reminded that we live in Michigan, where winters are not for the thin-blooded. We can help you out though! If you’re hibernating inside to stay warm this season, or need a nice hot meal after sledding, try these 5 homemade soups that will warm you up all season long.

5 Homemade Soups That Will Warm You Up All Season Long

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

 

Stuffed Pepper Soup

Egg Drop Soup

Tuscan Bean Soup

 

Italian Orzo Spinach Soup

 

With these mouthwatering soup recipes, there’s no way you won’t stay warm this winter! You can stay warm in a brand new Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac this season too. Come into Graff Mt. Pleasant and we’ll find you a great vehicle to take home. At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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Track Santa's Journey with OnStar

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Christmas Eve is approaching and Santa is getting ready to make his trip around the globe delivering presents to all of the good little boys and girls! It is truly a mystery how he does it all in one night, but for the 7th year in a row you can track Santa's journey with OnStar to make sure you're sound asleep when he comes down your chimney!

OnStar has once again partnered with the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) to provide Santa updates to anyone with an active OnStar subscription. Just press your blue OnStar Button any time between 6am on December 24th and 5am on December 25th and a jolly OnStar advisor will provide you with Santa's precise location at that exact time according to NORAD's Santa Tracker Map!

Plus, OnStar and its AtYourService partner Audiobooks is offering complimentary copies of the classic The Night Before Christmas, download via email link sent by an Onstar advisor. Famlies can enjoy listening to the book in the vehicle on their holiday travels using Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or a Bluetooth connection.

OnStar is donating again this year to the United Way for Southeastern Michigan and the United Way Mexico. For every call received to track Santa's journey, OnStar will donate $1 to the United Way so that everyone can benefit from the magic of the holiday season! Last year, the calls raised more than $2,600.

If you do not have OnStar, no worries! You can still follow Santa’s journey via the NORAD Tracks Santa website and Faceboook. You can also go on Twitter and use #NORADSanta or call 1-877-HI-NORAD (1-877-446-6723).

Happy holidays from our family to yours! Travel safely this holiday in a brand new Chevrolet. We’re happy to find you a vehicle that will accommodate you and your whole family. At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.
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The BEST Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe Ideas

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – At this point, we're just not sure. Which is better, Thanksgiving or Thanksgiving Leftovers? After browsing Pinterest for some ideas about what to do with the leftovers we are expecting to have after Thursday, it's a toss up!

Thanksgiving definitely has it's advantages and is a wonderful time to connect with family and friends – warm turkey, fragrant pumpkin pie, and merriment all around. But when you're exhausted on Friday from Thursday's celebrations and shopping all morning, nothing looks better than these downright delicious Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes! Take a look and let us know if you agree. Or better yet, if you have a go-to turkey day leftover recipe, share it with us!

The BEST Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe Ideas

Rise and shine with a post-Thanksgiving breakfast that you'll want every weekend! These Stuffing Eggs in a Basket are super simple and great for a crowd if you have family staying with you!

Got leftover mashed potatoes? Make them into Mashed Potato Waffles topped with some cheese! Or even better have them along side your Stuffing Eggs in a Basket!

When lunch time rolls around, grab the leftover turkey and cranberry sauce for the most amazing Thanksgiving Leftover Grilled Cheese you've ever had!

Or, if you want to warm up with something a little more comforting, throw it all in the crock pot with this Slow Cooker Turkey and Stuffing Dumpling Soup recipe!

Last but not least, use up the rest of your Thanksgiving leftovers while feeding the whole family this Turkey Pot Pie! Perfect for this time of year!

After the big feast is over, if you're ready to shop til you drop on Black Friday, don't forget that we have some exclusive offers for our Pre-Holiday Extravaganza at our two Mt. Pleasant locations! Prepare for the cold winter ahead with a great Chevy or GMC truck.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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Winter Car Tips to Ready You For the Cold

MT.PLEASANT, MI – Michigan winters can be ruthless with their freezing temperatures and piles of snow. Winter isn’t just rough on us, though; it can be hard on your car, too. Fortunately, we have some great winter car tips to ready you for the cold that will help you have a safe and enjoyable season.

• Keep an emergency kit in your car. Having one of these will be a lifesaver if something goes wrong. A few things that should be in this kit include a flashlight, flares, engine oil, and jumper cables, to name a few. Here’s a full list from the DMV: http://bit.ly/1hsqZgT.

• Check your belts and hoses. Your vehicle's belts and hoses should be checked every time you get a tune-up, but just to be safe, check them again when the weather turns cold. Freezing temperatures can crack and loosen belts and hoses, and if those break you’re stuck on the side of the road.

• Replace windshield wiper blades. Every six months your wiper blades undergo wear and tear and should be replaced. Without properly working wipers, you’re putting yourself and other drivers at risk when it snows.

• Fill your car with antifreeze. Antifreeze keeps your engine from freezing in the chilly weather. It’s usually mixed with water at a 50/50 ratio. The good news is most places sell antifreeze already mixed with the water so you don’t have to measure it out.

• Check your battery. Batteries can last about three to five years. During the cold winter months your battery has to work much harder. If your battery is getting close to the end of its life, you should replace it before the weather gets too bad.

• Invest in snow tires. Snow tires help greatly with traction, braking, and driver control, which are all very beneficial when driving in a snowstorm. Having the proper tires keeps you and other drivers safe.

Follow our winter car tips to ready you for the cold and you’ll stay safe and warm in your vehicle all season long. If you need any last minute auto service done come to our Isabella County used car dealer and we’ll take care of anything you need.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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Pre-Holiday Extravaganza at Graff Mt. Pleasant

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – The holidays are upon us! Malls are packed, trees are being decorated, and we’re getting ready for a Michigan winter. Get in the holiday spirit with us by joining our Pre-Holiday Extravaganza at Graff Mt. Pleasant. We have fantastic deals going on to help you get your holidays started right!

Pre-Holiday Extravaganza at Graff Mt. Pleasant

 2016 GMC Terrain

2016 Chevy Equinox

2015 GMC Sierra

2015 Buick Encore

A key to one of these cars will make anyone’s holiday amazing! You can also spoil yourself with an early present – you know you deserve it! We have plenty of other great deals going on as well! You can find them all on Facebook and our website.

Any of these vehicles will keep you safe in snowy Michigan winters. If you have something else in mind for your next vehicle, visit our Chevy or GMC, Buick, and Cadillac dealer. We’re happy to find you a great vehicle you can take home!

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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