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Are you familiar with jump starting cars? Could you do it safely if a neighbor asked? Read today's blog post from Perkins Motor Plex to make sure.

Start with your battery close to the other car's battery, and turn off your car. Put each car in Park or Neutral, and engage each car's handbrake. Find your positive jumper cable, and clamp one end to the other car's positive battery terminal. Next, connect that cable to your positive terminal. Staying at your battery, connect your negative cable and terminal.

At our dealership, we want you to make the most informed decision when it comes to your next vehicle purchase. So what's the difference between front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive?

Rear-Wheel Drive

Rear-wheel drive cars use the rear wheels for power. This means that the rear wheels are what spin when you press your foot on the gas. The advantages of driving with rear-wheel power are that usually rear-wheel drive cars steer better and are generally more powerful.

Front-Wheel Drive

Front-wheel drive is when the front wheels power the vehicle.

When is the best time to go on a leaf-peeping road trip? Experts say it depends on where you are looking to see the change in seasons with fall foliage. For those who want to go up north in New England, the best time is between late September and early October for northern Vermont, northern New Hampshire, and Maine. You can take a road trip down Route 100 to see leaves changing currently.

However, there’s a new app out by Yankee magazine that promises to tell you when the leaves are changing throughout New England.  

The Ram 3500 perfectly balances practical function with extreme comfort to bring you an exceptional driving experience. This popular cargo van is equipped with a host of impressive interior features that work together to provide convenience and style. The Ram 3500 experts at Perkins Motor Plex are on hand ready to answer any questions that you have about this venerable workhorse.

The various interior features of the 3500 keep you in command. Step inside this van to find a massive 8.4-inch touchscreen that can be equipped with the Uconnect 4C NAV system. 

If you are in an auto accident, it can be hard to maintain your composure. If you are seriously injured, you'll need to get medical treatment immediately. When you are not one of the injured, check to see if anyone else involved in the accident needs help.

After an accident, your car could be in a precarious situation. If you are not safe, get yourself to safety. If possible, move your vehicle to the side of the road. When you aren't sure, call for help from the police so they can respond to the accident. Take the time…

It is important for you to know how to drive safe in the winter months and for you to have access to tools and supplies if something happens while you are driving in the cold. You should create a winter survival kit to put inside your vehicle.

If a mechanical issue affects your vehicle while you are trying to get to a destination in the winter months, you want to have access to items that will keep you warm. Your winter survival kit should include gloves, a hat, and other clothing items that will help you stay warm and safe…

Many our our consumers at Perkins Motor Plex want the most advanced safety features when they are looking for a new vehicle. Automotive manufacturers offer a number of innovative safety features that provide drivers and passengers with excellent protection. One popular safety feature among our consumers is a Blind Spot Monitor.

A Blind Spot Monitor works by using sensors to detect for when vehicles move into blind spot zones. When the sensors detect a vehicle in your blind spot, you will be provided with a visual alert, which will typically appear on the side mirrors of your vehicle. 

Nowadays, dogs are going on more car rides than ever, and they're the safest that they have ever been. New vehicles come with temporary barriers, large spaces, pet carriers, pet seats, belts, and harnesses. There are also areas for food and water containers, as well as cargo space that can hold even large dogs.

Dog-friendly vehicles are safe spaces where dogs can ride without the dangers of getting hurt. It's safer to bring your dog along in the car if you have them strapped in with a pet belt, for example.  

The basic radios and car computers from just a decade ago can't compare to the on-board infotainment systems in today's cars. Now you can do everything with voice-activated commands. You can connect your smartphone to the infotainment system and access all of your calls, texts, and music. You can also control most of your vehicle's diagnostic in some of the more advanced systems.

There are a few things to look for in a good infotainment system. You definitely want to get integrations like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Bluetooth connectivity is a minimum requirement here.  

A pickup truck has plenty of mechanical, exterior and interior features that accommodate families in diverse settings. Drivers will most likely want a sophisticated model that has urban-optimized features. Perkins Motor Plex also offers models that are designed for clients in rural communities or suburbs.

Adventurous people should appreciate the utility and versatility of a pickup truck, which is available with a bed that can hold heavy cargo.