Hello, 2021! As we get back into the flow of normal life after the holiday season, it’s also important to set resolutions for ourselves in the new year. A simple resolution for you to follow is staying more organized, which is important as a car driver. I know, you’re probably thinking ‘how does staying organized help you be a better driver?’ Well, many of us can relate when I say my car is my closet on wheels. We spend a lot of time behind the wheel, and our stuff tends to as well. It’s important to get your vehicle organized, not only to declutter your car for space and passengers but safety too! So, take a peek below and see how in just 4 easy steps you can get your Mercedes-Benz organized and ready for whatever 2021 has in store! And if you need help with any winter service or repairs, be sure to schedule your service appointment, now at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury!

Step 1: Sort and clean

• Take everything out of the car, including car seats, music, and miscellaneous items stored in the glove box and door pockets. 
• Don’t forget the trunk and cargo area!
• Organize the rest of the items into three piles: stuff you use all the time, things you use occasionally, and items you might need in an emergency. Whatever doesn’t fall into these categories should be stored in your home or garage.

Step 2: Analyze 

• Ask yourself, “How do I use my car?”
• Are you the taxi driver? Maybe you’re a parent with two toddlers in car seats or a salesman who travels with a trunkload of samples. Whatever it is, figure it out.

Step 3: Prioritize

• Depending upon your needs, go through your three piles and prioritize the most important items in each group
• And just like seasonal clothes in a closet, many items such as ice scrapers and emergency kits should be stored back in your vehicle 

Step 4: Contain your needs

• Loose objects in the car lead to disorganization and mess. In the event of a sudden stop or a crash, they can also damage your car or, worse, injure your occupants. Get yourself a good organizer to keep all of your items concise and easy to access.

3,2,1…..HAPPY NEW YEAR! Can you believe it, 2020 is finally on its way out the door and I don’t know about you, but everyone here at Mercedes-Benz of Danbury is excited to move past 2020 and welcome 2021. Speaking of fresh starts, the new year tends to have people making resolutions for the year ahead. What are resolutions this year? Be more active? Start a new hobby? Be more organized? Not sure? No problem, this week we have 10 New Year’s resolutions for you to start off with! Don’t see one that works for you? No problem, we know it will come to you! But before you go we do have one suggestion that could help make your 2021 better than 2020…what is it? Well, you should slip behind the wheel of a new Mercedes-Benz for your dream price! Right now, we’re running the Mercedes-Benz of Danbury Experience The Difference Sales Event, which means you can snag huge incentives on a new Mercedes-Benz or service for your beloved ride! Hurry over to our site to snag your voucher, there is only a limited number of vouchers available!  

10 New Year’s Resolutions: 

• Read more books (one per month)
• Less screen time on your devices 
• Eat more veggies and fruits
• Plan a vacation with friends or family 
• Exercise more outdoors 
• Drink more water 
• Volunteer at your favorite shelters, nonprofits, etc. 
• Explore new hobbies and clubs 
• Donate old clothing 
• Start journaling once a week

We made it! Christmas week is officially here, and we know your week is going to be pretty hectic so we won’t take up too much of your time this week. We know many of you will be traveling to see family this Christmas, so we wanted to share our Ultimate Christmas Playlist with you! Nothing will get you in the holiday spirit than some good old Christmas carols! We have a good mix of old classics and pop covers, so whoever is taking the ride with you, there’s something for everyone. Before you hit the road, schedule a service appointment with our team if you haven’t checked off your winter service yet! Just head over to our site to schedule a test drive or stop into Mercedes-Benz of Danbury today!

Christmas Hits: 

All I Want For Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey

Last Christmas  – Wham!

It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas – Michael Buble

Santa Tell Me – Ariana Grande

Rockin Around The Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee

Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) – Mariah Carey

Mistletoe – Justin Bieber 

Santa Baby – Ariana Grande 

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! – Frank Sinatra 

What Christmas Means To Me  – Stevie Wonder 

Rudolph The Rednosed Reindeer – Dean Martin 

Last Christmas – Ariana Grande 

Thank God It’s Christmas – Queen

Run Rudolph Run – Chuck Berry

Frosty The Snowman – Ella Fitzgerald

Shake Up Christmas – Train 

Blue Christmas – Elvis Presley 

I Still Believe In Santa Clause  –  LeAnn Rimes

The Penny Test 

• The idea of the penny test is to check whether you’ve hit the 2/32” threshold
• Place a penny between the tread ribs on your tire.
• Turn the penny so that Lincoln’s head points down into the tread.
• See if the top of his head disappears between the ribs. If it does, your tread is still above 2/32”
• If you can see his entire head, it may be time to replace the tire because your tread is no longer deep enough.

Helpful Numbers To Remember:

4/32” or deeper = Good depth

3/32” = Replace tires soon

2/32” or less = Replace tires now

The holiday season is upon us, which means the time to find that special someone the perfect gift is now! If you’re looking for a gift that they will never forget, then it’s time to head into Mercedes-Benz of Danbury to shop our impressive lineup of Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Whether you’re looking to gift a sleek and smart sedan, a sophisticated and sport coupe, or a luxurious and spacious SUV, we’ve got what you’re looking for! The best part? Our brand new December offers have just arrived and they are sure to impress! So go ahead, take a peek at this month’s offers below and snag yours before they’re gone for good! Once you’ve found the perfect offer for the Mercedes-Benz you’ve had in mind, hurry in, and take your ride for a spin! Start your search online or stop in today to gift a Mercedes-Benz this season! 

Mercedes-Benz December Offers

2021 Mercedes-Benz A 220 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $379/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $589/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $479/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $379/mo for 36 months*

*All Specials Expire 1/4/2021. See Our Specials Page For Information.

Alternative Ways To Celebrate This Thanksgiving:

Host A Virtual Thanksgiving Meal With Friends & Family

• Livestream your festivities with friends and family. This is a good way to see and talk with your loved ones without the risk of exposure. 
• You can start with appetizers – have each party explain what appetizer they “brought” and rate who’s was the best
• Once dinner is served, set the camera up to the table and feast with your family and friends. Feel free to share recipes or even watch the big game together. 

TV & Games With Household Members

• It’s no secret there’s a lot to watch on TV during Thanksgiving. If you’re staying home this year, watching TV together or playing games as a family can be a great way to connect.
• Watch Thanksgiving Day parades, sports, and Christmas movies at home.
• Find a fun game to play – pull out all your favorite board games and have a family board game night!

Black Friday Online Shopping

• Shop online sales the day of Thanksgiving and the days leading up to the winter holidays.
• Use contactless services for purchased items, like curbside pick-up.
• Shop in open air markets staying 6 feet away from others and wear a mask

Other Ideas

• Safely prepare traditional dishes and deliver them to family and neighbors in a way that does not involve contact with others (for example, leave them on the porch).
• Participate in a gratitude activity, like writing down things you are grateful for and sharing with your friends and family.
• Clean out your basement of gently used or new toys, clothes, etc and donate them this holiday season 
• Look up family-friendly Thanksgiving crafts 
• Have a bake-off! Have the kids help bake or see who can come up with the best dessert for Thanksgiving.

Winter is right around the corner, and you don’t want to find yourself stuck behind the wheel of a vehicle you can’t rely on. If it’s time to upgrade your old ride to a new, more reliable vehicle, Mercedes-Benz of Danbury is here for you! We have a wide selection of new, used, and certified pre-owned vehicles for you to shop from! Plus, with our new monthly incentives, and sales events happening right now, there is no better time to shop for a new Mercedes-Benz! Worried right now might not be the time to make a big investment like a new vehicle? We understand, with holidays right down the road, your budget might be tighter than normal. However, this week we have some top secret information that might just change your mind! Take a peek below, and if you change your mind, schedule your test drive today!

Reasons To Buy This November

Goodbye 2020’s Hello 2021’s 

• As we approach the end of the year, new model year vehicles make their way onto dealerships lots 
• This means dealerships must make room for the incoming inventory. This means finding impressive offers on the remaining inventory shouldn’t be too hard!

Thanksgiving/Black Friday Deals 

• Thanksgiving/Black Friday is known for producing impressive offers on just about anything you can purchase. This is no different for car dealerships. 
• It’s not guaranteed, but most dealerships will do a Black Friday savings event to offer money off new vehicles, dropping lease offers, or even financing offers. 
• We suggest taking some time to do research on the vehicle you’re looking for, and seeing what kind of sales are being offered during these events!

Compact & Mid-Sized Sedan Savings 

• Because of the winter months, SUVs are in high demand, which means you won’t find huge incentives on these types of vehicles. 
• However, if you’re looking for a compact/ mid-sized sedan or hatchback, you might get lucky with offers because fewer shoppers are looking for them this time of year.

Sales Quotas 

• Every dealership has a year-end goal, aka a number of vehicles they want to be sold. With the year coming to an end, they will really be pushing to hit their goal. 
• This is good news for shoppers because the dealership might be offering bug deals to help move inventory to meet their quotas!

New November Mercedes-Benz Service Incentives

Brake Replacement 

• Take $25 off*

A/C Recharge or Repair 

• Take $25 off*

Lifestyle Accessories Specials 

• Take 15% off*

Local Pickup and Delivery Available

• Contactless service available 

*All Specials Expire 11/30/2020. See Our Specials Page For Information.

Mercedes-Benz of Danbury November Incentives

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $599/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $379/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $469/mo for 36 months*

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC®

• Lease for only $479/mo for 36 months*

*All Specials Expire 11/30/2020. See Our Specials Page For Information.

Witches, goblins, and ghouls…and now COVID19! This Halloween is looking to be a lot more frightening than the past years, but despite the current pandemic, you and your little pumpkins can still join in on the holiday fun, but with a little bit of precaution. So what’s the safest way to participate in Halloween this year? Below you will find tons of activities to participate in while maintaining social distancing, but still soaking up the fun! The activities below are listed out based on their risk level, and we suggest taking many factors into consideration before choosing which is best for you. If numbers are high in your area, we strongly suggest that you pick from the low-risk activities. If your numbers are lower feel free to check out the moderate risk activities! We have also included high-risk activities we strongly suggest that you avoid. Have a fun and safe Halloween!

Low-Risk Activities 

• Carving or decorating pumpkins with members of your household 
• Setting up a table in the driveway to dress up and carve pumpkins with neighbors while socially distancing 
• Doing a Halloween scavenger hunt where children are given lists of Halloween-themed things to look for while they walk outdoors from house to house admiring Halloween decorations at a distance
• Zoom parties are all the rage! Have a virtual custom party with your friends and family
• Having a Halloween movie night with people you live with
• Having a scavenger hunt-style trick-or-treat search with your household members in or around your home rather than going house to house

Moderate Risk Activities 

• One-way trick-or-treating where individually wrapped goodie bags are lined up for kids to grab.
• Small-group outdoor costume parade where people are six feet apart.
• Attending a costume party outdoors where protective masks are used and people can social distance.
• Going to an open-air, one-way, walk-through haunted forest where mask use is enforced.
• Pumpkin patches or orchards.
• Outdoor Halloween movie night with local family and friends spaced at least six feet apart.

Higher Risk Activities To Avoid

• Traditional trick-or-treating without masks and social distancing.
• Crowded costume parties held indoors.
• Indoor haunted houses.
• Hayrides or tractor rides with people who aren’t in your household.
• Traveling to a rural fall festival outside of your community.

*Advice from the CDC

The end of Halloween marks the beginning of winter (not technically, but basically), so if you’re in need of a vehicle that can give you peace of mind when conditions outside worsen, we invite you to browse our available inventory now and schedule your test drive today!