Vehicle Protection
Concord winters can bring the cold to Manchester, including Nashua and other areas nearby. Cold weather means it is time to
think about driving in the cold and how that affects your car or truck before you hit the road for all your fall and winter adventures. Banks Chevrolet Cadillac Inc.
recommends having your vehicle inspected by a certified service technician one to two weeks before your trip to so you have a piece of mind and
don't get stranded by car issues. Common car issues during the winter can include coolant issues, radiator leakage and the air conditioner dying.
A/C System
Chances are that you were cranking the air conditioning during the hot summer months. The system may need new filters, a cleaning, or a re-charging.
If you're not a do-it-your-selfer, the service team at Banks Chevrolet Cadillac Inc. is available to making sure you remain comfortable on the road with a
working A/C system.
Check Your Fluids
You can save yourself a lot of hassle in the cold weather months by monitoring your car's fluids. Fluids that you should check include:
- Coolant: This is the big one. If your coolant/antifreeze level is too low, it can cause overheating.
- Motor oil
- Transmission fluid
- Brake fluid
- Power-steering fluid
- Windshield wiper fluid
Monitor Tire Pressure
A freezing winter can take a toll on your tires in the Central City area. If you use one set of tires year-round, now is a good time to bring your
car in for a tire rotation, a check on the tread, and to ensure that they're inflated properly. If it turns out that your tires need to be replaced, we
can help you choose tires that suit your vehicle and are built to last.
Replace Your Battery
If your car has an old battery, extreme summer heat can spell trouble. To avoid expensive repairs, it's worth having your car's battery tested,
or even replaced. Getting a new battery altogether will cost you less than it would to have a dead battery serviced if your car breaks down.
To make your service appointment, you can schedule service online or call to make an appointment. Our GM certified
mechanics and state-of-the-art facility makes sure your service is done right the first time. We feature GM Certified Service technicians. We
look forward to helping ensure that you enjoy the summer with no vehicle issues! Ask us any questions you have.
Tips for Child Car Seats
The safety of all children is something we should all take very seriously. Here are some tips that could safe the life of one of our kids in Concord, Manchester,
Nashua, Dunbarton, Allenstown and Hookset areas.
Buy a used car seat only if you know its full crash history. That means you must buy it from someone you know, not from a thrift store or over the Internet.
Once a car seat has been in a crash or is expired or broken, it needs to be replaced. We know that when adults wear seat belts, kids wear seat
belts. So be a good example and buckle up for every ride. Be sure everyone in the vehicle buckles up, too.
Car Seat Installations Tips
The main types of infant car seats include:
* Rear-facing seats, which are required for all children up to 12 months old
* Convertible car seats, which are designed to be modified as your child grows and may include more gadgets and straps that aid with restraint.
When installing a car seat:
Place it in the back seat.
Ensure the seatbelt straps/tethers are tight. You should not be able to move any strap, harness, or the entire seat itself more than an inch
if the car seat is properly locked into place by doing one of the following:
- Using the latch plate on the seatbelt
- Enabling the seatbelt retractor
- Installing a locking or belt-shortening clip
- If available, using the car seat's built in lock-off device.
Make sure there are no twists in the seat belt straps. Make sure the base of the car seat is at the correct recline angle. Many car seats come
with a built-in adjuster or angle indicator. If you have a vehicle manufactured prior to 1997, you may need to use a locking clip, which is used
to create a fixed length of webbing on a lap/shoulder belt when there is no other way to lock the belt, and must be positioned within 1 inch from
the latch plate.
If your car seat came with a base, the carrier handle should be out of the way when the car seat is attached. Read your car seat's instructions.
If you have questions, be sure to ask someone in or Service Department for assistance .
THE 2017 CHEVY SILVERADO HD OFFERS CONCORD AREA DRIVERS SOME POWER
Getting down and dirty is something Nashua area drivers are used to, and the 2017 Chevy Silverado HD is just the truck for those hard working individuals.
Whether you are looking for the 2017 Chevy 2500HD, or one of the other HD models, you will not be disappointed. Featuring a new Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel V-8 engine, this engine has a segment-leading 445 horsepower. Other new features include an Alaskan Edition, which offers drivers 18-inch black wheels with DuraTrac tires, spray-in bed liner, smoked amber roof marker lights, and much more that York customers will like.
The 2017 Silverado HD is built to make life easy for the driver in Manchester, on and off the work site. Featuring regular, double cab, and crew cab models across the lineup, shoppers can choose which bed fits their needs the best. When it's time to get your hands dirty, Hastings area Chevy drivers can rely on the versatile cargo box, which features two-tier loading capability and integrated tie-downs. The cargo box can easily be accessed by the CornerStep rear bumper and EZ Lift-and-Lower tailgate.
With Hard Work Comes Great Reward
Not only is the 2017 Chevy Silverado HD full of power and great looks, but it is also very intelligent and safe for Dunbarton area customers. The Driver Alert Package show off this vehicles smarts, while it also helps keep its occupants safe and secure at all times. Full of features like Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, Safety Alert Seat and Front and Rear Park Assist, drivers in Hopkinton have an extra pair of eyes wherever they go. Integrated cruise control, auto grade braking and diesel exhaust braking also give drivers more control all while reducing brake wear on hill grades. Each model has a specific set of airbags inside the cabin, designed to protect all occupants during those unfortunate and unforeseen events. With the help of the available Rear Vision camera system, backing up this heavy duty truck has never been easier. Staying in control of big loads has been made a breeze with the standard StabiliTrak stability control system, which features rollover mitigation technology, trailer sway control and hill start assist.
To learn more about the incredibly powerful and versatile 2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD, be sure to contact Banks Chevrolet Cadillac Inc. by calling us at .
Check out our inventory of the 2017 Silverado 1500 or t5he 2017 Silverado 2500 today! Customers in Concord, Manchester, Nashua, Dunbarton, Hopkinton,
and Allenstown have an open invitation to come in for a hassle free test drive today!
All-New 2018 GMC Terrain
WARMINSTER, PA - General Motors announced the introductory pricing for the ALL-New 2018 GMC Terrain. The entry price-point will be $25,970 MSRP. It is expected to hit stores this summer/fall. The much-anticipated GMC Terrain redesign will be modeled after the early-released Next Generation GMC Acadia. Small SUVs and crossovers are hot right now and lead the way with buyers by a long shot as seen in 2016 vehicle sales. The GMC Terrain is a bit smaller and much lighter for a great driving experience. This newest version is a design departure from previous models and features a floating roofline for a sleeker look and comes in 4 available trims are SL, SLE, SLT. Drivers will enjoy a host of high-tech features, including Apple CarPlay/Android Auto comparability and an onboard 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot that can handle up to seven mobile devices at once. The front passenger seat folds down flat if you need to pack gear for your next adventure.
The Terrain offers three engine options: a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-four (170 hp/203 lb-ft), a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four (252 hp/260 lb-ft) and, interestingly, a 1.6-liter turbodiesel (137 hp/240 lb-ft). The first two are paired with two slightly different nine-speed automatic transmissions, while the diesel gets a six-speed auto. Both front- and all-wheel drive will be offered. Come in to Banks Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick GMC today in Concord and we'll be happy to talk to you or answer any questions you may have.