Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

Eliminate the Stress of Holiday Travel

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highway traffic patterns2014 Thanksgiving Weather Forecast and Travel Survival

No matter how stressful holiday travel can be or how crazy your family may seem, just remember you are much better off than the turkeys. Wherever you’re headed this year, whether you’re driving or flying here at Mazda of Lodi, we just want to make sure you get there safely and avoid the stress and mess of crowds or traffic as much as possible. Take a look at this 2014 Thanksgiving weather forecast and travel survival guide. Read the rest of this entry >>

How to Store Your Vehicle Safely

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house-garage-for-carsHow to Store Your Vehicle Safely

W-w-w-welcome back to the w-w-winter months, filled with mornings of scraping off your vehicle and sitting in it shivering and watching as your windshield slowly defrosts. There’s no arguing that the winter months can be brutal, especially on a classic car or convertible and that’s why we could like to give you the best steps for on how to store your vehicle safely for winter. Read the rest of this entry >>

Shedding Light on Night Driving

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night driving vehicle dashTips and Tricks for Driving at Night

For all of you night owls out there, you might not mind that it’s already getting dark before dinner time, but for drivers who aren’t too fond of driving at night, or would like to prepare themselves for any additional risks, we have collected some tips and tricks for driving at night or in the dark.

This isn’t meant to scare or intimidate you, but rather make you aware of the potential risks to driving because accidents and fatalities are three times greater at night. It’s no wonder though, considering that out of all our senses, we primarily rely on our eyesight for driving. Read the rest of this entry >>

Get Your Car Ready for Winter!

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Get your car ready for winter at Mazda of Lodi!

Get your car ready for winter at Mazda of Lodi!

Service Special at Mazda of Lodi

Whether we want to admit it or not, winter is coming and it’s time to start getting ready for it. The bitter winds and snowy days are on their way and your car might need some help getting ready. There are a few major areas to check in your vehicle to make sure it’s ready for the harsh winter ahead. Luckily there is a service special at Mazda of Lodi available right now to make the process a little easier for local Mazda drivers. Here are a few things to get checked before winter arrives. Read the rest of this entry >>

Get Your Muffler Fixed at Mazda of Lodi!

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Come visit the Lodi of Mazda service department!

Come visit the Lodi of Mazda service department!

What Happens When You Don’t Fix Your Muffler

Cars aren’t perfect and if you own one long enough, you’ll discover that things can go wrong. You might start hearing a weird rattle or things just aren’t working like they should. The first step is to take your car to your local repair shop, like the service department at Mazda of Lodi. They can tell you exactly what’s going on with your vehicle. Once they tell you the problem, you may start to panic and worry about how much it will cost. You might even think, maybe I can live with this small inconvenience. This however isn’t a good thought to. Let’s take a look at what happens when you don’t fix your muffler. Read the rest of this entry >>

Oil Change Activities

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Oil change appointments don't have to be boring!

Oil change appointments don’t have to be boring!

Oil Change in New Jersey

Keeping up with your car’s maintenance is extremely important to keeping your car running. One of the easiest ways to make your car last is by taking it in for regular oil changes. It can be a tedious and time consuming process. Even though you might dread it, you have to keep it mind that it will be a lot more annoying if you find yourself stranded on the road because you neglected to make an appointment. Mazda of Lodi is here to help, not only can you schedule an oil change in New Jersey with our friendly service department but we are going to give you a few activities to pass the time while you wait to be reunited with your car. Read the rest of this entry >>

Get More for Your Mazda

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The Mazda Roadside Assistance kit is the perfect accessory for any car.

The Mazda Roadside Assistance kit is the perfect accessory for any car.

Mazda Accessories

Everyone’s relationship with their car is a little different. For some people that new car luster wears off and they wish they could get it back without having a buy a completely new vehicle. While upgrading your vehicle is a great idea, it isn’t always practical. We suggest to instead buy some accessories for your Mazda is make it feel like new. Mazda drivers can find anything from cargo nets, first aid kits, floor mats and roadside assistance kits. If you want to make your Mazda feel new again, try some of these great Mazda accessories in New Jersey. Read the rest of this entry >>

Important Car Features

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When buying a new car, make sure it has these must have features!

When buying a new car, make sure it has these must have features!

Must Have Car Features

When looking at new cars it’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the amazing special features like bluetooth, keyless entry or backseat DVD players, so it’s also easy to forget about simple features that you will be lost without. There are many special features to choose from but there are a few select features that are a must. Here are a few features must have car features. Read the rest of this entry >>

Try These Mazda Apps!

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Mazda makes it easy to use your phone or tablet to stay up-to-date on everything Mazda.

Mazda makes it easy to use your phone or tablet to stay up-to-date on everything Mazda.

Mazda Apps

Now that cars are just as technology filled as our homes, it’s important to stay up-to-date on what is offered in a new vehicle. Mazda is taking things a step further than just having the mobile phone integrated system in their car. They now have apps that can be downloaded on smartphones or tablets to get the most out of your new Mazda. These Mazda apps make driving stress free and fun! Read the rest of this entry >>

Summer = Construction Season

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Tips for Driving through Construction

Driving through construction zone can be made easy with these simple tips.

Driving through construction zone can be made easy with these simple tips.

Summer is a great season to take vacation or visit friends but unfortunately it’s also the season of construction. Construction is beneficial in the long run, but while it’s happening, we all know it’s not so fun. Here at Mazda of Lodi we want you to be safe on your travels. To avoid disaster here are a few tips for driving through construction. Read the rest of this entry >>