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Do you know the basics of checking your oil? The answer should be yes… but if not, then we’ve got a guide for you. Our next question is: do you know how often you should be checking your oil? The answer to THAT one is “every month,” because you shouldn’t be waiting for oil changes to crack open the hood! Checking your oil at least once a month lets you get more in touch with your engine, your vehicle as a whole, and any problems that might be starting up in your engine that you might not have experienced the effects of yet. The oil in your engine is like blood in your veins. If there’s something wrong with it, you can almost guarantee that there’s an issue (or that there will soon be an issue) in your engine that needs to be addressed. Nip it in the bud! Check your oil often! Here’s how! Open the hood. Prop it so it stays open. Locate the oil dipstick next to the engine. It should have a yellow handle and/or be labeled. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it on a clean cloth or paper towel. Dip the stick all the way back in. Pull it out again and look at the oil level. If it’s in the middle of the hatched/indicated area, you’re good. More is better, less is okay, but if you’re lower than the area you need to get your oil topped up and have your system checked for leaks. Look at the oil quality and color. If there are a lot of particles or if the oil looks sludgy, you need to get it changed as soon as possible. Put the dipstick back in. Close your hood. Schedule Your Regular Oil Change Now

This month, we’ve got so many service specials for you that we’re fit to burst with all these savings! We’ve got your vehicle covered practically from head to toe, with specials for brake inspections, brake pad installations, a wiper blade rebate, a spark plug special, fluid flushes, and more! Some highlights of this month’s service specials are the 30-Day Price Match on tires, which means you can buy select tires and if you find a better price within 30 days of the purchase, we’ll refund the difference. This special is eligible on BFGoodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Firestone, General, Goodyear, Hankook, Kelly, Michelin, Perelli, and Uniroyal tires… which is an incredible selection! We’ll also help out with parts - if you purchase an eligible, dealer-installed part and it ever needs to be replaced, the Limited Lifetime Warranty will cover the cost of the new part. Speaking of parts, we’ll also install new ACDelco Professional DuraStop Brake Pads for you at $99.95 per axle, including a rotor inspection! Need new windshield wipers? We’ve got a Wiper Blade Rebate on the purchase and installation of any wiper blade when purchased with a BuyPower Card. We’re offering a $10 Mail-In Rebate or $5 Mail-In Rebate with any other form of payment. Need a battery? Get a $20 mail-in rebate on purchase and installation of any ACDelco Advantage or Professional battery when purchased with a BuyPower card OR $10 mail-in rebate with any other form of payment! If your engine’s a little worse for the wear, it might be time to flush some fluids and replace what’s in there with brand new stuff. Check out our offer for a $119.95 coolant flush or $169.95 transmission flush! These are fantastic prices for essential services, so ask if your vehicle could do with a flush and we’ll get it done for you! We’ve got even more specials than these, so take a look at our website and pick your favorites to use next time you come down to visit! *All service specials expire on 2/28/2018. See specials page for details. Click Me For All Service Specials!

The most important thing to have if you’re going to drive? Your license! For a lot of people, the prospect of renewing your driver’s license can be a little intimidating. Nobody wants to deal with the DMV or have to make sense of the process because it’s just… well, it’s just a lot. Luckily for you, we’ve simplified it for you so that the process can be as stress-free as possible! First off, your license is valid for four or eight years, so that’s one less thing you have to worry about! You’ll even get a renewal reminder from the DMV telling you it’s almost time to renew (which you can do up to 90 days before it expires) so that you don’t have to remember and then worry about forgetting to do it. If you have had an expired license for over 5 years, then you will have to take the driver’s exam again. You can renew your license online if you’re eligible to do so, but you can also renew in person! To be eligible to renew online, you must: Be 18 to 75 years old. Have conducted your last renewal in person. Have a non-commercial driver's license. Have your Social Security number (SSN) on file with the NM Motor Vehicle Division. Not have any changes to your vision or medical condition since your last renewal. Not have any outstanding traffic tickets or arrest warrants. Have a driver's license that is expiring within 1 year or has been expired for less than 1 year. When you go online to renew, make sure that you have your NM license number, the last 4 digits of your social security number, payment for the renewal fee, and a printer to print your temporary license to use until your real one comes in the mail. If you're not eligible for online renewal, you'll need to visit your local New Mexico MVD office and: Make sure to have your current NM driver's license. Bring proof of your identity. Pay the appropriate fee. Take a vision exam. Pass both the written and driving tests, if applicable. Drive Away In A New Chevrolet!

Construction seems to be an inevitability whenever you’re driving anywhere, and I for one envy anyone who can drive more than half an hour without encountering a work zone on their way. When you drive through a work zone, you need to drive more safely than usual, because there’s a lot more at stake. Not only is the speed limit lower, but the road can be narrower or bumpier, and there are probably people on the highway. Here are our tips for driving safely in construction areas! Always expect the unexpected. Just because you are trying to be a safe driver doesn’t mean that everyone else is as well. This means that you need to follow the rules to the letter and not let anyone else’s driving distract you! Pay attention at all times. You’ll not only drive more safely, but you’ll actually see signs and flaggers the first time around and won’t be caught off guard by the work zone. If you do ignore a flagger, you can face the same fine you’d get for ignoring a sign. So pay attention! Merge as soon as you see that a lane is closed ahead. If you wait until the last minute, you can hold up traffic and make other people angry, as well as getting frustrated yourself. If there’s a reduced speed limit, start slowing down as soon as you see the signs. If you are going 60, you’re moving at about 88 feet per second. If there is a work zone in 1500 feet, then you will get there in about 17 seconds if you’re going 60. Slow down! Never tailgate to begin with, but when you’re going through a work zone you especially should not tailgate. Because everyone’s driving is unpredictable, you should keep your distance. Stay in the center of your lane at all times. This is part of paying attention, and it helps you make sure you don’t hit a barrier or anything else. I’ll just say it again, pay attention!!! The final thing is that the work zone is not over until the signs say it is. Even if you don’t see any work, don’t speed up until the signs say the work zone has ended. You can still get an expensive ticket! Stay Safe With Chevy Technology

Whenever you’re on the road, you know that there are some things that can arise that require a little quick thinking. These things are sometimes known as “emergencies” - but we don’t want to alarm you! An emergency on the road is different from an emergency anywhere else because you’re not as equipped to handle them as you would be at home. These emergencies could be anything from a boo-boo to engine failure - and you need a great emergency kit to handle anything. Check out our suggestions for things to keep in your car emergency kit! First Aid kit. Some of the items to include are: Band-Aids Hand sanitizer. Antiseptic. Antibiotic ointment. Bug spray. Aspirin (or similar). Cotton balls. Gauze pads. Tweezers. Bandana. Ace bandage. Fire extinguisher. Choose a small one that is easy to store. Road flares (if not already in your tire-changing tools). Jumper cables. Rain ponchos. Tarp. Flashlight and extra batteries. Rags. Duct tape Scent-free baby wipes. Drinking water and non-perishable snacks. Multipurpose tool. Stay Safe With Chevy Technology!

We’re gonna say it right out - we are grateful every day for the amazing support of our customers. We’d like to thank y’all not only for trusting us to find the perfect vehicle for you, but for leaving your feedback! We love your kind words, and we appreciate the constructive reviews as they help us know where we might have areas for improvement. Take a look at some of our customers’ testimonials, and feel free to leave your own! Leave Your Own!

This week’s blog is dedicated to your new year’s resolution - specifically your resolution to get your vehicle serviced! Thankfully, we know what you need in your life, which is why we have some AMAZING service specials available to you this month. Check them out below! First is our FREE Brake Inspection, which means that you can have our certified professionals take a look at your brakes and make sure they’re working properly… at zero cost to you! If I were you, I’d take advantage of this - don’t you want to know what kind of shape your brakes are in? And hey, that “free” aspect means that it can’t hurt to have them inspected! This deal even applies when you get our 50% Off Tire Rotation, which comes with that free brake inspection! Following that, if our techs find a problem with your brakes, you can get brake pads installed for $99.95 per axle! These brake pads are ACDelco Professional DuraStop Brake Pads, and this price includes rotor inspection. So, best case scenario is that your brakes are in great shape, but if they’re not you won’t break the bank to have some of the best pads in the market installed by our highly trained professionals. Win-win, I think! If your steering wheel is listing a bit, you might need to get your alignment looked at. Well, good news: this month you can get your alignment checked for FREE! That includes a print-out for your records. That’s an amazing deal! Just bring this coupon to your service appointment and we’ll do the work for you! In addition, we’re offering a 30-Day Price Match on Tires, which means that if you buy your tires from us and find a better price on the same thing within 50 miles of us within 30 days, we’ll refund you the difference. This is good for select brands: BFGoodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Firestone, General, Goodyear, Hankook, Kelly, Michelin, Perelli, and Uniroyal. Just bring in an ad, written estimate or an internet quote for the identical tires - we’ll take care of the rest! We’ve also got some great deals on fluid flushes this month - get a Coolant Flush for $119.95 and a Transmission Flush for $169.95 with us! Just bring the coupons to your service appointment and get ready to save big on these essential services! We’ve got so many more deals for you, not only on service but on new and used vehicles as well! Come check them out on our website, then schedule your service or test drive today! *Specials expire 1/31/18. See specials page for details. Exclusive Service Coupons Here!

So you know that we’ve moved to our amazing new home - but did you know that it’s almost your last chance to pick up some of our amazing December specials before the year is over? Check out what we have to offer! First is the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, which is a truck that can get any job done with ease! Need something hauled or towed? This is the truck for you! You can get it now for up to $10,000 off of the MSRP, which is a steal! Next, we have the beauty and power that is the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro LT, which can be yours for up to $5,679 off of the MSRP. We want our customers to not only feel great about our vehicles, but to look great in them as well! With the 2017 Camaro, you’re sure to catch everyone’s eye. Have you been looking for the perfect sedan for your family? The 2017 Chevrolet Malibu LS, which you can drive home for up to $5,205 off MSRP, is perfect. Stylish, sporty, and classic, this is the perfect vehicle for anything from picking the kids up from school to jetting off to an exciting weekend getaway with your sweetheart! The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox, so popular that we were scared there’d be a shortage, can be yours for up to $5,000 off the MSRP this month - and even though there are more than enough to go around, isn’t that a great piece of trivia? Imagine it: your house, dinner party, your guests are sharing hors d’oeuvres at the coffee table and someone compliments your awesome new Equinox - “Oh, well,” you say coyly, “they’re so popular there was almost a shortage. I feel so lucky to have mine!” (You are lucky, because this vehicle is great!) The last special we’ll highlight in this blog is the 2017 Chevrolet Spark LS - compact, fun, and super economical, this vehicle will save you not only gas but the hassle of trying to find a spot to parallel park! We kid, but really, this vehicle is a great little thing and it’ll take you everywhere you need to go… and beyond! Of course, the best way to check out which of our vehicles is perfect for you is to schedule a test drive and see for yourself. We’ve got a new location, so make sure you’re going to the right place. We can’t wait to see you! In the meantime, check out the rest of our amazing specials! *Specials expire 1/2/18. See specials page for details. Specials This Way!

Hello, everyone! We’re sure you’ve heard the news, but we’re just so excited so we’ll tell you again - we’ve moved! We’ll miss our old home, but our new place at 2801 University Blvd NE on the corner of Candelaria is amazing! We’re sure some of you saw us moving over 1,000 cars and trucks the other day, but now they’re safely at our new location and ready for test drives and to come home with you! So, our new spot is amazing. You’ve got to come down and check it out. We’ve got so much more open space now, as well as a lot of great technology upgrades and room for even more sales and service professionals to help our customers that much better. Our new service department is HUGE - and with some of the tech we’ve gotten, we can do things like check your vehicle’s alignment in an instant. There’s so much that’s new and we’re so excited to share it with you! Come down today and schedule a test drive, look at some new vehicles, or just get familiar with the new place! We’re looking forward to seeing you soon! Need Directions?

With winter coming and the weather getting worse, now is the perfect time to make sure your windshield wipers are doing well and will be able to manage any weather that’s thrown at them. Keeping your windshield wipers in good shape also makes sure that your windshield stays free from scratches and damage from wipers that might be broken. Check out the ways to make sure your wipers are good to go below! Look at your blades for: Broken frames Metal corrosion Visible cracks, missing chunks, and rips in the rubber part of the wiper Make sure the wiper is flexible and doesn’t crack when you flex it Check for rounded edges on the rubber part - they should be crisp and square to work properly Things that can break down your wipers: Sun due to UV light and ozone Oil from other cars and the road, especially exhaust Sand, rocks, dust, and other road debris carried in the wind Acid rain and saltwater If your wiper does any of these things, it’s time for a change: Streaking, which is from a hard, cracked wiper. Make sure the streaks aren’t due to tree sap or something else caught between the blade and your windshield. Skipping, which comes from curvature that stems from lack of use Bent frames, which make your wipers virtually useless If you do find that it’s time for new wipers, stop into Galles Chevrolet and talk to some of our service professionals about which wipers are best for you! Get Your Whole Vehicle Serviced For Less

When you go to buy a new vehicle, the first thing you should always do is test drive everything you’re interested in. A test drive is not only free but the best way to find out if a vehicle is right for you. Sure, you might have fallen in love with a photo on the internet, but nothing compares to driving the real thing. Of course, you also need to know what to look for and think about when test driving, which unfortunately flies straight out of everyone’s mind the minute they turn the key in the ignition. Check out our list of things to ask yourself about your test drive, and maybe even bring a friend along to prompt you with this list! How does the ride feel? Is it smooth or bumpy? Do you feel like you are connected to the vehicle? Different vehicles handle the road differently, of course, but does this one meet your expectations? Make sure you test the brakes in every braking situation. Slow braking, fast braking, braking on a hill… if you can drive, you can brake. How do the brakes feel? Would you trust them with your life? Test the acceleration where it’s safe to do so. Do you get up to speed the way you want to? This is a very important part of a new vehicle for many people. Is the inside of the vehicle noisy? Do you get a lot of feedback from the road? Can you see clearly out of all the windows? Finally, how do the steering and handling hold up? Do you have the kind of control you want? How’s the turning radius? How does the vehicle deal with curved roads? Ask yourself these questions before making any decisions and you’ll be so much more likely to end up in the perfect vehicle! Test Drive Some Of Our Great Specials

With the weather getting slightly more chilly, you’re going to be relying more often on your vehicle’s air system - maybe even turning the heat on from time to time. And when you heat up something stinky, you can really smell it. That’s why we’re sharing this great guide to tidying up your air vents from one of our friends, Gail, who has both an elevated sense of smell and a love of cleaning. Check it out, and try these tips for yourself! “So, I know that when it comes time to turn my car’s heating system on even the littlest amount, I can really smell whatever’s been brewing in my air system all summer. And if I haven’t cleaned my vents recently, it’s kind of gross. I have a really good system in place for making sure that my vents and ventilation system as a whole smell clean and fresh, and it’s not hard at all. “First, I make sure I have a vacuum, some cotton swabs, and some cleaning solution (like window cleaner or even just an all-purpose spray cleaning solution) handy. First, I like to get into my vents with a cotton swab soaked in cleaning solution and really wipe down the corners, nooks, and crannies and get out any accumulated dust and grime. When you do this, make sure that you get ALL your vents - don’t forget the footwell vents or the vents right up next to your windshield! “Then I grab the vacuum and just vacuum the heck out of the vents. This helps not only with the smell but also with dust and lint and other little particles that can make you have allergies and stuff, which means that I am sneezing in my car less! A win for my nose! “Finally, I like to roll down the windows and run the whole air system - no AC or heat on, just regular - for a few minutes to make sure that my AC evaporator is nice and dry so there’s no mildew buildup in it. When you get the air moving, you might see some more dust and stuff come out, so you might want to give it all a second vacuum as you do this. And… well… you might as well just vacuum the entire vehicle while you’re at it! No time like the present! “Now just stick an air freshener in there or spray some Febreeze and your car is smelling daisy fresh!” Thanks, Gail! Let us know how this worked for you! Get Service For Less While You’re At It