Whether you’re a new parent or a have been doing it for years, car seats are everchanging and although they are getting safer they are getting more complicated. However, making sure your car seat is properly installed and you are taking the proper precautions, like making sure your child is rear-facing and not turning them around to early are extremely important. And although many of us follow the car seat directions word for word, we can make minor mistakes that we don’t even know about, but they can have major consequences. We know that every car seat is different and that’s why it is important to have your car manual and car seat instructions with you at all times, but this week we want to give you some helpful tips to keep in the back of your mind and look out for to make sure your little love bugs are safer than ever inside your Chevy! And if you think it’s time to upgrade your ride to a more family appropriate vehicle, browse our inventory and stop in today! Car Seat Do Tips: Make sure the harness-retainer clip is level with your child’s armpits. If they are in the wrong place, the straps could end up sliding off. Take your car-seat to a local inspection site so a professional can ensure the installation is correct. Choose a car-seat with a five-point harness. If you have a forward-facing seat, place the harness straps on your child’s shoulders to ensure the most protection in the event of a collision. If your child has outgrown a car-seat, try using a high-back booster seat. Studies have shown these are safer than backless ones in the event of side-impact collisions. Tighten the harness straps so they are tight enough for you to only fit one finger underneath. Safety-belts should be tightened enough so the seat is only able to wiggle less than one inch from side to side. Find The Perfect Ride For Family

Your vehicle’s blind spot can cause you a lot of issues, luckily today, a lot of newer vehicle have Blind Spot technology that will actually alert you that someone is in your blind spot. But if your vehicle doesn’t have this feature, or you’re a new driver trying to learn the basics, you might need a little help on what you should look out for. First off, the blind spots in your vehicle is an area around the vehicle that cannot be directly seen by the driver, even in their mirrors. Regardless if you drive a car, truck, or SUV, blind spots happen in all vehicles and tend to be a big issue when you are turning or changing lanes. For Chevy drivers, many of their new vehicles, whether it be a car, truck, SUV, or even van, have Side Blind Zone Alert. This technology provides side mirror alerts to help the driver potentially avoid crashing into a moving vehicle detected in their side blind zone during a lane change maneuver. So if you’re stressed about your blind spots, stop into Galles Chevrolet and allow us to help you find your dream vehicle with this advanced safety technology! Schedule your test drive today or stop onto Galles Chevrolet now! Pedestrians and Blind Spots: Avoid being in a vehicle's blind spot, especially trucks and buses. Make eye contact with the driver. Otherwise, assume the driver cannot see you. Be alert at intersections, even when you have the right of way, e.g. on a green light or pedestrian crossing signal. Pay attention to the turn signal lights used by vehicles at intersections. Do not cross behind a vehicle as it could back up without noticing you. Be visible: wear bright clothing, reflective strips, etc. If you are trying to make your presence known, keep in mind that the driver cannot hear you. Walk on the sidewalk, or, if there isn’t one, on the side of the road, facing traffic. Cyclists and Blind Spot Avoid being in a vehicle's blind spot, especially trucks and buses. Make eye contact with the driver. Otherwise, assume the driver cannot see you. Pay attention to the turn signal lights used by vehicles at intersections. Be visible: wear bright clothing, reflective strips, etc. Never pass on the right near an intersection. Motorists, Motorcyclist and Blind Spots: Avoid being in a large vehicle's blind spot Do not cut off a larger or heavy vehicle Never pass a heavy vehicle on the right at an intersection Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the heavy vehicle in front of you Pay attention to the turn signal lights used by vehicles at intersections. Find You Ride With Side Blind Zone Alert At Galles!

We’re in the heart of summertime and with the hot rays and humidity, comes the heavy rainstorms that we love oh so much. When it storms and there is heavy rain the chance of a flood is much higher than normal rainstorms, but flooding can also be caused by blocked drains, burst water mains, tides and burst river banks. So no matter where you live you could experience flooding. And although it might have rained so hard the roads are flood you still have to get home from work, school, etc. so what do you do? When is it too flooded to drive? Don’t stress I’ve got everything you need to know as a driver if you find yourself driving in a flood. Driving in HEAVY water: Turn your headlights on- it can sometimes be hard to see in heavy rain and you want to be sure other drivers can see you Use fog lights: fog lights will help you see better when you can’t see through the rain Leave Lots of room: It is SO important to leave room during these storms, people can slide,  or they might break and you don't see them till it’s too late Slow down: If you feel that light due to hydroplaning, ease up on the gas and gradually decelerate, DON’T slam on the breaks Standing Water: Avoid standing water if you can, you don’t know how deep it is until you enter it and too much water is bad for your car If you’re unsure if you should drive through standing water let another car pass to see how deep it is. The rule is don’t enter standing water more than 4” deep If you do have to drive through standing water make sure you go slow and don’t cause waves Test your brakes immediately after If the water is moving fast NEVER enter it! What to look out for: Look out for slip and trip hazards like curbs under the water Manhole covers can get lifted and moved Water levels can change quickly Assume that flood water is contaminated Driving during a flood is never a great idea but it is understandable that sometimes there is nothing we can do about. Drive extra cautious is extremely important, be over-vigilant to dangers that could be lurking under the water. Most summer storms pass pretty quick so if you can pull over and wait out the storm you should do so. When it comes to a flooding due to a main break or another reason see if there is alternate root. Standing water is not safe for you or your vehicle if you have to go through proceed with caution. If you experience any damage call for help. Need to Maintenance Your Car After The Storm?! Let Us Help!