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Instead of taking a deck of cards with you in the car, make symbols on craft sticks that are the same as those that you would see on cards. You can then use these to play games while you're traveling in Amherst.

Give each person a set of stickers. Describe a few characteristics of each sticker so that everyone can try to guess which one you're talking about. To make the game a bit more interesting, you can use magnets and an aluminum pan so that the stickers can be kept in one place to determine who gets…

Taking a new vehicle for a test drive is an excellent way to determine if you will like that vehicle for years to come. You might get behind the wheel and realize you absolutely hate how a certain make and model drives. The exact opposite might happen, and you will fall in love with a vehicle. When you slide in behind the wheel there are a number of things that you should be paying attention to. This includes:

• Look at the infotainment system on the center of your dash. Make sure that it is easy for you to use, with…

Among the many factors that might stop you from using car wax on a regular basis is that you are intimidated by the product. You might think that it does not work all that well. Fortunately, you will find plenty of benefits that come with the use of car wax.

One of the benefits is that it makes your vehicle a lot shinier. It also protects the coating and paintwork so that you can still have a vehicle that looks almost as good as new. It is also hydrophobic...

Headlights are important for visibility. The problem is, over time, headlights can look foggy or get light scratches from debris flying around the streets of Amherst. The following is a simple way to restore your headlights with sandpaper.

How to Use Sandpaper to Restore Headlights

The people at Genesis of Amherst have amassed enough experience to learn about car maintenance. One neat trick is sandpaper restoration, which can be helpful when done right; follow the steps below:
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Amherst is full of new and used cars, meaning you can fit in with either choice just fine. It is easy to think that used cars are going to give you trouble, but dealerships like Genesis of Amherst usually do a full inspection before a used car is sold.

The following are a few benefits of buying a used car you should think about:

Affordability

An important reason to buy a used car is that the price is considerably reduced. You should be able to pay it off much quicker.

Depreciate Slowly

Most new cars depreciate quickly when you buy…

It is difficult to name a piece of equipment on a vehicle that is more important to one's safety than the backup camera. The backup camera allows the driver to see if there is anything important behind their vehicle. This could be anything from live animals to human beings.

The point of the backup camera is first and foremost, but it is also helpful for backing up into a parking spot or backing out of a tight area like a parking lot.

Backup cameras are becoming standard equipment on all vehicles that are being released these days as a…

Applying a coat of touch-up paint to your vehicle is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to boost its overall appearance. The vehicle detailing experts at Genesis of Amherst want you to feel as if you have the tools and knowledge to be able to apply touch-up paint. We welcome you to stop by our dealership so that we can assist you and answer any questions that you have.

The most important thing to remember is to be sure to use the right shade of paint. Do not rely on your eyes alone when determining the color to…

Even with their superior designs and modern features, most vehicles are still vulnerable to rodent infestation. Four-legged creatures are curious and adept at finding any opening, and once inside, they can wreak havoc on your engine by nibbling wires or on your interior spaces by building nests.

If you can't avoid parking in an area known for rodents, make your car less of a target by keeping the interior free of any leftover food containers or other materials they might find attractive. Rodent-proofing the exterior includes covering...

Everyone faces a dead battery now and again. If you have jumper cables and another car with a working battery, you can get yourself back on the road quickly. Here's a primer on what to do.

First, park the cars with the front ends facing one another as close as possible and away from traffic. Start with both cars turned off while you determine the positive and negative terminals on both batteries. Connect the positive jumper cable to the dead battery and then to the live battery, making sure you do not touch anything metal.

 

If you or someone you know has had their vehicle stolen, you know how costly and inconvenient it can be. At Genesis of Amherst, we want you to be as informed as possible on how to prevent having your car or truck stolen. Stop and see us and let us offer you some safety ideas.
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