10 Tips for Driving in the Rain
Looks like we will be having some rain for the next few days. It is best to make sure that you are prepared before you hit those slippery roads. Here are some tips we found most helpful in this situation.
In stormy conditions, it is more difficult to see other vehicles, road signs and the road itself. It is critical to make sure you can see and be seen.
- First and foremost: slow down! It takes longer to stop or adjust in wet weather.
- Replace old or brittle wipers.
- Check your tires on a regular basis. Bald tires significantly reduce your traction on wet roadways, and offer little resistance to hydroplaning. When your tires run over water, the water is displaced and it needs somewhere to go quickly. The best place is between the treads of your tires. If your tires are bald, the water has no place to go and you end up riding on a layer of water, like a boat.
- Stay toward the middle lanes - water tends to pool in the outside lanes.
- Stay at least 2 car lengths behind the vehicle driving ahead of you. The roads are more slippery while wet. If you have to make a sudden stop, you will have a less chance of bumping into the back of the cars in front of you.
- Turn your headlights on even in a light rain, or in gloomy, foggy or overcast conditions. Not only do they help you see the road, but they’ll help other drivers see you. If your car has daytime running lights you still should put them on, so vehicles behind you can see you better.
- When driving through a puddle of uncertain depth, go slow. If it’s deeper than the bottom of your doors, turn around and find another route. Deep water can cause serious damage to a modern car’s electrical system.
- Avoid splashing pedestrians.
- Rain or high humidity can quickly cause windows to mist up inside the car. In a car equipped with air conditioning, turn up the heat and direct the airflow to your defrosters with the AC switch engaged
- Never drive beyond the limits of visibility. At night rainy roads become especially treacherous. The glare of oncoming lights, amplified by the rain on your windscreen, can cause temporary loss of visibility while substantially increasing driver fatigue. In rainy conditions pedestrians, livestock, and wildlife are extremely hard to spot and even harder to avoid.
Please keep these tips in mind and drive safely!
Mazda Manager’s Specials!
Mazda Manager’s Specials!
2012 Mazda Summer Drive Event!
Don’t miss some of the GREAT deals on the lastest Mazdas here at Antelope Valley Mazda during the Mazda Summer Drive Event! 0% APR for 60 months on the 2012 Mazda CX-9 or 0% APR on the 2012 Mazda3 i Grand Touring and more! You don’t want to miss it! Take this summer to drive in a brand new Mazda3 or Mazda CX-9! Just call us at 888-366-2721 with any questions you may have or to schedule a test drive today! Or visit us at our Mazda showroom! Hurry! The event is only for a limited time! Hope to see you soon!
Anti Theft Tips
#1: Never park in a dark or secluded area, especially if you plan on leaving your vehicle for a long period of time. Car thieves look for vehicles that appear to be in disuse so either park your car in an attended area or remove the battery to disable it and prevent a quick getaway.
#2: Vehicles that do not have an activated or visible alarm system are easy targets. Many cars come with anti-theft systems but their owners do not have it activated. Simply make sure that you activate your alarm system and thieves will steer clear.
#3: Keep all of your valuables hidden from sight in your vehicle. If you have something of importance in your car such as electronics then either stash them in your trunk or hide them from plain view. They’re easy to steal and easy to wipe clean and sell so just don’t take the risk. Even leaving charging cables can indicate to thieves that you may have something of greater value in your vehicle so hide everything!If you keep these anti-theft tips in mind next time you’re leaving your car somewhere then you can prevent the theft of your vehicle. So stay aware and be smart about it!
Mazda Show Room: 2012 Mazda2
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 | MAZDA2 Exterior: Huge on style, the Mazda2 subcompact turns the road into a runway.
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 | MAZDA2 Interior: Room to live large— the Mazda2 seats you plus four.
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 | MAZDA2 Performance: Agile and fun, the Mazda2 proves small has got it all when it comes to awesome drives.
* EPA-estimated highway mileage for MAZDA2 with manual transmission. Actual results may vary. |
 | MAZDA2 Safety: Seriously safe, the Mazda2 is equipped with six standard air bags*.
*Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in appropriate child restraints. |
Mazda Show Room: 2012 MX-5 Miata
 | MX-5 Miata Exterior: Warning: Thrilling curves ahead- and we don’t mean the road. The 2012 MX-5 Miata echoes the classic curves of its predecessor with a modern, seductive flair.
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 | MX-5 Miata Interior: The cockpit of the 2012 MX-5 Miata was designed for one purpose- to make you feel at one with machine.
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 | MX-5 Miata Performance: With 20+ years of racing heritage, the MX-5 Miata is built to handle the rigors of the racetrack — and your daily commute.
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 | MX-5 Miata Safety: Leaving nothing to chance, advanced front air bags* are standard on every MX-5 Miata.
* Always wear your seat belt and deactivate the passenger air bag when using a child- or infant-restraint system. |
Manger’s Special- 2012 Mazda2
- Deeply sculpted shaped catches patterns of light for a look that’s enticing from any angle.
- Widely placed headlights and available halogen fog lights show off its athletic stance.
- Wheels pushed out to all four corners flaunt Mazda2’s confident attitude.
- Sport coupe silhouette cleverly conceals its 5-door convenience.
MAZDA2 Interior: Room to live large— the Mazda2 seats you plus four.
- Standard 6-way adjustable driver’s seat lets you find your most comfortable position in two more ways than the Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris or Nissan Versa.
- Versatile 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback accommodates boogie boards and friends alike - so you don’t have to choose one over the other.
- High-quality, cloth-trimmed seat fabric options place a big emphasis on style and comfort.
MAZDA2 Performance: Agile and fun, the Mazda2 proves small has got it all when it comes to awesome drives.
- Mazda’s 1.5-liter DOCH 16-valve engine halls from the same MZR engine hails from the motorsports-proven MZR engine family.
- Thanks to its well-built and very reliable engine, the fun was made to last.
- At 100 horsepower and 98-lb-ft of torque, Mazda2 strikes the perfect balance between usable power and excellent fuel economy— up to 35 mpg hwy*.
- Tuned for day-to-day driving, this engine turns your boring commute into something far more stimulating.
* EPA-estimated highway mileage for MAZDA2 with manual transmission. Actual results may vary.
MAZDA2 Safety: Seriously safe, the Mazda2 is equipped with six standard air bags*.
- Advanced front air bags protect head and chest.
- Front side-impact air bags help provide protection for chest and abdominal areas.
- Side-impact air curtains help protect front and outboard rear passengers.
*Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in appropriate child restraints.
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New Children’s Center!
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE A kid’s center has been recently added to the store with coloring, games, and many toys! Now your kids will have something to occupy their time in our new Children’s Center while the grown-ups talk!
Food Truck Frenzy!
Check out some of the food trucks that will be here on Saturday, June 30th, 11am to 4pm! 
Trailer Park Truck
Trailer Park Truck is about great food and good times.Fried food, burgers, waffles, mac n’ cheese 
Maui Wowi
Maui Wowi Hawaiian is proud to serve the most delicious, healthy all-natural smoothies and coffees from the islands of Hawaii.
Kabob Express
Mexican/Mediterranean FusionThe freshest homemade “Mexi-terranean” flavors everyday all throughout the Los Angeles area! 
Del’s Frozen Lemonade Del’s Los Angeles is bringing Rhode Island’s famous Del’s soft frozen Italian fruit ice to southern California. Del’s fruit ice is made from a secret recipe of filtered water, fruit and sugar. This proven recipe consistently produces a high quality, delicious product. 
The Fry Girl
Fried desserts i.e. donuts, apple friesMaking delectable, fun and as ‘healthy as possible’ fried foods at events is what The Fry Girl Inc. is known for throughout Hollywood and surrounding communities. 
Gourmet Genie
The Gourmet Genie’s wholesome Mediterranean fare is halal, kosher and organic, and includes such staples as hummus and couscous but is probably most popular for the gourmet fusion tacos and pita wrap sandwiches.
The Bun Truck The Bun Truck is a gourmet food truck in the Los Angeles-area serving Korean-Mediterranean Fusion. 
