But for those of you who like getting your hands a little dirty, this week we have a ‘ready for winter’ checklist to help get you started on your fall maintenance…or at least have you schedule an appointment to get these services done! So take a peek below and be sure to stop into Loughead Mercedes-Benz of Danbury this month for all of your fall maintenance needs!

Battery Power: 

• Making sure your battery is fresh is important. The experts say you should change your battery every 3 years, though you could get away with 5 depending on how much you drive…If you’re thinking to yourself “I can’t remember the last time I changed my battery,” it might be time to do so. 
• Make sure the cables are not loose. With the engine off, see if the cables can slip free from the nodes. Don’t yank, but be firm.
• Check for corrosion, a white powder that forms around the nodes or clamps of your battery. You can clean this off using baking soda, water, and a toothbrush. 

Fill your Fluids:

• It might cost you a little bit more but invest in a “winter blend” type of windshield wiper fluid. These tend to have more alcohol in them and less water so the chance of freezing is less. 
• If your windshield washer fluid tank hasn’t been flushed in a few years then it could use it! Be sure not to mix colors; most antifreeze is green, blue, or yellow, but be sure not to mix colors.
• Checking your vehicle’s oil is important. If you have not had an oil change in a long time, it might be time for one.

Additional Preventative Measures: 

• Buy an emergency kit with cables, a first aid kit, flares, a battery-powered air compressor, and other things that can prevent a minor inconvenience from becoming a major problem.
• Check the clarity of all your lights. 
• Keeping the gas tank at half-filled can help prevent a fuel line freeze; so can that fuel-line antifreeze mentioned earlier.
• Tire pressure is important in the snow, be sure that your vehicle’s tires are to the correct PSI.

Okay, now that we have that covered, this week’s blog is dedicated to safety behind the wheel of your Mercedes-Benz. We all know Mercedes-Benz vehicles have unbelievable power, but safety is our number one priority. With summer quickly coming to an end, we get ready to welcome September and the months ahead. This means we are heading into hurricane season/fall. And even though hurricanes might not affect us up here in Connecticut, that doesn’t mean we wouldn’t get some pretty heavy rainstorms. So take a peek below and learn more about some tips and tricks on driving in heavy rain, so you can keep you and your passengers safer behind the wheel!

Driving in heavy rain:

• Turn your headlights on – the Highway Code says you must use them when visibility is seriously reduced 
• Use fog lights if you like, but switch them off when visibility improves.
• Leave twice as much space between you and the car in front – it takes longer to stop in the wet.
• If your steering feels light due to hydroplaning, ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually.
• If you break down don’t prop the bonnet open while you wait. Rain-soaked electrics can make it harder to start the engine.

Driving during floods and standing water

• Try to avoid standing water if you can.
• Don’t drive into flood water that’s moving or more than 4 inches deep. Let approaching cars pass first if you are unsure of the depth
• Drive slowly and steadily so you don’t make a bow wave.
• Test your brakes as soon as you can afterward. Water can have a damaging effect on brakes, make sure they are working properly before you continue to drive 
• Fast-moving water is very powerful: if strong enough your car could be swept away. Find an alternate route if the water is moving too fast to pass-through

Watch 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

Call Ahead – it’s a great idea to call ahead to either schedule a test drive with our team or to ensure that the vehicle you were hoping to test drive is still available at the dealership.

Before You Drive –  before heading out for the test drive, take a few minutes to go over the features on the inside and check out the interior cabin. Having a list of features you were hoping for as a checklist can help greatly here. Take a look under the hood, in the trunk, the backseat – can you picture yourself in this vehicle? The available features are important to understand before moving further in the test drive. 

Drive Your Normal Route – most often, people don’t test drive the vehicle on their current route or roads they travel most often. This is important because it can help you get a feel for how the vehicle will perform on your most traveled routes. Be sure to test the brakes and accelerate gently up to speed a few times to test the driveline. We’re testing how the vehicle shifts. Does it feel smooth and natural? 

Around The Tires – once you arrive back, be sure to spend some time look at the tires and wheels that are currently on the vehicle. Are the inner and outer sidewalls smooth and free of any damage, scuffed or ripped? Do the tires have good tread or what’s their rating? 

Mercedes-Benz of Danbury August Offers

2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $459/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $499/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $449/mo for 36 months*

*All Specials Expire 8/31/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information.

August is officially here, which means there are only a couple more weeks of road trip season! Before you hit the road for some well-deserved fun in the sun, it might be a good idea to schedule a service appointment here a Mercedes-Benz of Danbury to get your Mercedes-Benz back into tip-top shape. Lucky for you, it’s a new month which means we have brand new service offers just for you! Take a few minutes to browse our new offers below, then head over to our service offers page to claim yours now. Once you’ve found the deal for you, schedule a service appointment and head into Mercedes-Benz of Danbury today!

August Service Incentives

First Responder and Military Discount

• Take 15% off* 

Routine Maintenance Specials  

• Save up to 30% off*

Contactless Service Available   

• We disinfect every vehicle with a $90 commercial disinfectant that is 100% harmless and sanitizes your vehicle at NO CHARGE with every service.

Alignment Special  

• Save $50 on alignment* with purchase of 2 or more tires

Sprinter/Van Brake Special  

• Save $75 per axle*

*All Specials Expire 8/31/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information.

August is just a couple of days away, and it seems like summer is escaping us! Before we know it the kids will be back to school, so now is the time to get your family road trip if you haven’t done so yet. We know packing up the car can be difficult and forgetting things is not unheard of. So this week we want to help you with your packing list, but you won’t find your toothbrush in the list below. In fact, our list for your road trip safety kit so you can have peace of mind when you hit the road, even if you run into issues down the road. So go ahead, take a peek and get your safety kit ready before you hit the road. And if you find your Mercedes-Benz needs service before you hit the road, leave it to the professionals here at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury and schedule your service appointment online now!

What to Pack in You Kit:

• First aid (For more minor accidents)
  • Band-Aids
  • Hand sanitizer.
  • Antiseptic.
  • Antibiotic ointment.
  • Bug spray.
  • Aspirin (or similar).
  • Cotton balls.
  • Gauze pads.
  • Tweezers.
  • Bandana.
  • Ace bandage.

*This one might be best kept inside the vehicle in a place like the glove compartment*

• Fire extinguisher (For more serious accidents)
  • Choose a smaller one that is easy to store
• Jumper cables.
• Rain ponchos.
• Flashlight and extra batteries.
• Scent-free baby wipes.
• Drinking water and non-perishable snacks.
• Multipurpose tool.
• Cell Phone Charger

Weather based items:

•  Ice scraper.
• Cat litter for slick roads.
• Small battery-powered fan.
• Blankets and/or warm clothing.

Fluids to keep in your car: 

•  Oil
•  Antifreeze
• Brake fluids

Now that you’ve got all the information you need to hit the road safely, it’s important to ask yourself if your vehicle is in shape to get you where you want to go, or if it’s time for an upgrade. If you want to join the Mercedes-Benz family, stop into Mercedes-Benz of Danbury and allow our team to help you find the perfect Mercedes-Benz for your family!

Summer is heating up and so are brand new July offers! Whether you’re looking for luxurious off-roading SUVs or powerful sedans to take on all your summer fun, we have exactly what you’re looking for, right here at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury! What are you waiting for? Summer is in full swing and you don’t want to miss your chance to upgrade this summer! Shop our new July offer below, head over to our website to claim your offer, and schedule your test drive now! Don’t forget to ask us about how you can get a free quote on your old, beat-up ride! We want to offer you the most for your trade so hurry on in today! 

Mercedes-Benz of Danbury July Offers

2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $459/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $499/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $449/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $399/mo for 36 months*

*All Specials Expire 7/31/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information.

July is here and summer is in full swing! We know you still have a lot jam-packed into the remaining months of summer and we want to make sure you get there without running into issues down the road! However, can we help you prevent that? Easy, with regular maintenance, our team can check up on your vehicle and get it into tip-top shape for all of your summer travel! The best part? It’s a new month which means we have brand new service offers now available to you! All you have to do is head over to our service offers page to claim yours and schedule your Mercedes-Benz service appointment – it’s that easy! We hope to see you soon!

July Service Incentives

First Responder and Military Discount

• Take 15% off* 

Routine Maintenance Specials  

• Save up to 30% off*

Contactless Service Available   

• We disinfect every vehicle with a $90 commercial disinfectant that is 100% harmless and sanitizes your vehicle at NO CHARGE with every service.

Annual Maintenance Special  

• Take $40 off* Service A
• Take $80 off* Service B

*All Specials Expire 7/31/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information.

Get More $$$ For Your Trade With These Tips: 

Take your curb appeal up a notch: 

Make your vehicle look its’ best. Spend a little time detailing it, cleaning up the inside, and even consider fixing any minor scratches, dents, or flaws that your vehicle has accrued over time. Also, removing all of your items could help bring the price up as it’ll make your vehicle look organized and clean. 

Do your homework: 

What’s your trade worth? If you don’t know, let us appraise it or choose to use Kelley Blue Book. This will give us a good starting point to negotiate the price of your trade. Knowing the price and what the market is like currently, will help drive the price for your trade up! 

Regular service is a must: 

You should always be regularly servicing your vehicle but when it comes to trading in your old ride, this is especially important. Not only do dealers take a look at the exterior vehicle, but we also want to know how it rides and what it’ll need to get up to standards. If you’ve taken great care of your vehicle, you’ll receive more for your trade! 

Try selling your vehicle privately: 

Oftentimes, you could get more money for your old ride if you sell it privately. And sometimes this is a great option if you have the patience to do it! If you are not happy with the trade-in offer you receive, you might want to try selling your vehicle on the side. It could help you get the exact price you are looking for!

Mercedes-Benz of Danbury June Offers

2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $459/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $499/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $439/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $399/mo for 36 months*

*All Specials Expire 6/30/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information.