Yearly Archives: 2017

Top Safety Tips For Holiday Driving

Top Safety Tips For Holiday Driving

The holidays are approaching and many people take trips to celebrate the joy of the season. However, wintry conditions and heavy traffic can put a damper on the celebratory vibe. To avoid any unfortunate scenarios on the road, being mindful is key. On top of the standard rules that include not texting, speeding, and drinking on the road, there are some additional tips that will keep you and your loved ones safe when you hit the roads for the holidays: Check Condition of Car - it’s important to make sure that your car is functioning properly before you take off. Belts and hoses, lights, oil, tires, brake fluid, antifreeze fluid, and the condition of the battery should all be inspected by professional auto mechanics before you hit the road. Check Weather Conditions - Check the weather before you leave and have your route mapped out. Having a map is good to have as a backup in case your GPS doesn’t work in certain areas. Don’t Speed - Stay at the speed limit and be p ... read more

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Thanksgiving Travel in the Car? How to Keep the Kids Occupied

Thanksgiving Travel in the Car? How to Keep the Kids Occupied

With Thanksgiving approaching, many of our clients take road trips with the whole family. When there are kids involved, it’s always wise to decide beforehand what could keep your child from becoming bored and antsy. The team at Westside Transmission & Automotive has a list of ways to keep your children occupied on a road trip. They include: Printable Games There are many websites that provide printable games – Bingo, License Plate Game, Tic-Tac-Toe, and more. Printing out a few of their favorites will keep the kids from being bored for hours. We suggest giving new markers to make it fun. Stop Just For Fun If there’s an interesting attraction, pull over and check it out. Have the kids run around so they’ll fall asleep in the automobile. Allowing them to burn off the built-up energy will serve everyone in the car! 20 Questions Google  “Questions for Kids” and you’ll find all sorts of lists with interesting and funny questions. It give ... read more

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Things To Do In Los Angeles, California from Westside Transmission & Automotive

Things To Do In Los Angeles, California from Westside Transmission & Automotive

Whether you’ve spent your life in Los Angeles or you’re a first-time tourist, there are so many attractions that would satisfy even the most seasoned Los Angelean! The team at Westside Transmission & Automotive has some suggestions should you decide to explore the city of angels. About Legends Of Hollywood Tours This is a state-of-the-art tour multimedia tour of Beverly Hills and Hollywood. Tourists travel in a luxurious Mercedes Benz Sprinter with a 32" HDTV flat screen monitor that has high-quality audio. You’ll earn about legendary public figures of the past and present. Celebrities of the world of entertainment are featured in a montage with locations, photographs, stories, history, theme songs, sound effects and more. You’ll learn about big-screen moments and hear music that feels nostalgic. You’ll visit the memorable movie and rock-n-Roll locations, celebrity homes, and more landmarks in Los Angeles. Venice Canals Walkway Located in the ... read more

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