BMW battery care during the summer
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The summer sun is inevitable, as is the heat that comes along with it. The ultraviolet heat and overcharging can pose as a threat to your BMW, especially your battery. Battery fluid evaporates when the temps rise, which in turn, causes damage to the battery’s internal structure.

Keep your BMW in shape!
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Your prized possession or perhaps just an old jalopy to get you from point A to point B, no matter what you call it, your BMW vehicle helps you go about your daily life. It takes a lot of wear and tear dropping the kids off at school, running errands and taking vacation trips. It’s important to keep your BMW in the best shape possible to ensure you won’t be stuck on the side of the road, or missing out on life events. Here are some tips to help your vehicle stay in tip-top condition.

Motorists are keeping their vehicles longer, according to a recent poll.
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The average age of consumer vehicles on the road today has risen over the last few decades as more motorists are choosing to keep their vehicle longer. According to a poll by market research company IHS Markit, the average age of consumer vehicles on the road was 11.6 years in 2016. This number is up from 11.5 years in 2015.

Preventative maintenance tips for your BMW summertime road trip
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The kids are out of school and the temperature is rising, summer has graced us with its sun-shiny presence once again. Keep yourself and your travel companions safe on the road, whether trekking to the beach, going for a cross-country drive or visiting family and friends. Here are a few preventative maintenance tips to keep your BMW ready for the road…

Changing a spare tire...do you know how to change one?
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So the story goes, it’s a lovely Friday afternoon and you’re driving home from work on a jam packed interstate in the sweltering heat only to feel a thump vibration from the suspension, and maybe even a hard pull to one side, which can indicate a flat tire, leaving you stranded on the side of the interstate if you are not prepared. What a way to start the weekend! Do you know if your BMW is equipped with a spare tire? Or a tire inflator kit? Did the manufacturer install run-flat tires?