Five Tips to Get Your Lexus Ready for the Fall

It won’t be long before the winter weather is upon us. Especially in Utah, you could wake up one morning and feel like it’s the middle of winter when winter hasn’t even started yet. For that reason, it’s important to get your Lexus prepped before that time comes. Here are five car care tips to get your Lexus ready for fall and winter.

Check Your Brakes and Tires

Inclement weather and unforeseen road conditions require good tires and brakes. The condition of your tires can play a big role in your vehicle’s handling and braking performance. Being able to stop is also equally important. That’s why it’s important to have your tires and brakes checked so you are safe on the road.

Check Your Lights

Every so often, walk around the outside of your car and check all of your lights. Make sure all of your lights are clean and replace any lights that aren’t working. It’s important that you can see what’s ahead of you as well as being visible to other drivers in bad weather conditions.   

Check Your Windshield Wipers

Many people forget about their windshield wipers because they don’t use them daily. As fall and winter approach, you will see more rain and snow storms which means you will need to use your windshield wipers. Having worn or damaged wipers will reduce your visibility so it’s important to replace them when needed.

Check Your Battery

Nothing is worse than starting a car with a dead battery. In cold weather, your battery will need to use more power to perform. Even a weak battery won’t do. It might work for a while, but it can die at any time. Take some time to inspect and clean your battery from corrosion buildup. If it’s easier, take your battery to a trained technician who can replace it for you.

Get a Wax

If your car is your pride and joy (which it should be), think about giving it a wax. In Utah, there will be road salt everywhere and it can damage your vehicle’s exterior. Applying some wax to your Lexus will give it an extra barrier of protection and even enhance your car’s appearance.

Car safety is important, so make sure you are doing everything to keep you and your passengers safe. To ensure your Lexus is safe and reliable, make these maintenance tips a priority. If you have any questions or want to schedule a service, contact us at Larry H. Miller Lexus Murray. Our friendly staff is here to help you get your Lexus ready for the cold weather ahead.

Haunted Places in Salt Lake City to Visit… If You Dare

As October rolls around, many people start getting into the Halloween spirit and start their festivities as early as the first week of October. With so many spooky festivities going on, some people take it upon themselves to do some real ghost hunting, hoping to find some paranormal activity and get an adrenaline rush. If you are looking for a real scare, you’ll be surprised to hear that Salt Lake City has many places that are haunted. Here are three of the best spooky spots to get your Halloween started off right.

Rio Grande Depot

The story about this haunted old railroad depot is one to remember. It has been told that a woman met her fiancé at the train station and got into an argument. The engagement was then called off and the man threw the engagement ring into the train tracks. When the woman went to retrieve it, she got struck by the train and was killed instantly. She is now known as “The Purple Lady” apparition.

West High School

Known as the oldest public high school in the state of Utah, West High has been the home of tragic student suicides. A former basketball player who died under suspicious circumstances is said to roam the gym, weight room, and boys’ locker room. Other students reported seeing ghosts roam the halls. Enter this haunted high school if you’re feeling brave and see what ghostly encounters await you.

Shilo Inn

Once known as the International Dunes Hotel, the Shilo Inn—and now the Holiday Inn—is home to many haunting tales. A woman went to the balcony of her hotel room on the 11^th or 12^th floor and started throwing her children off the ledge. Some of her children even jumped willingly from the balcony and she eventually jumped to her own death. One of her children was a survivor after the jump and had attempted to kill herself several times. People have reported hearing laughter coming from the pool area and witnessing the pinball machine randomly turning on and being played.

If these haunted places excite you, plan a night out with your friends and seek these ghosts out. As you are out and about, make sure you have a reliable ride to get you from place to place. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle come visit us at Larry H. Miller Lexus Murray or check out our inventory online.