Tuesday, October 13, 2015

A Car Wash is Important but You'll NEVER Guess Why!

Car washing is one of those tasks that everyone tends to delay. It's tedious, time consuming, and the reward is intangible and tricky. At Spieler's Inc., all of our vehicles are washed and pampered for their soon to be owners. This isn't a trick to make the vehicle look better; it's an important tool to keep the car in premium health! Check out the reasons below that the best car dealership in Mid Missouri keeps their vehicles clean and washed!


Clean Car = Clear Visibility


An often overlooked advantage of a car wash is that it removes anything that obscures the windshield and rear glass. Wipers are fantastic but sometimes they simply can't remove all the muck. Washing your car will help clean that glass off and reach ALL of it- even where the wipers would miss! Having the clearest field of view is incredibly important when it comes to the safety of your vehicle and your family.

Protect That Paint!


Cars are covered in a thin layer of paint to make them more pleasing to the eye and for one other purpose: to protect the exterior of the car! The paint and it's protective coat are designed to prevent rust from forming and dirt from scratching the metal surface. So if you see a dirty vehicle, remember, the clear coat finish and paint are working overtime to prevent any damage to the body of the vehicle.

Value of the Wash


Washing a car regularly, by hand or machine, removes the dirt and grime that's built up by driving it all over. When the dirt stays on for a long time, the wind can move it causing micro-scratches in the finish and paint, which allows moisture and more dirt to get down to the bare body of the car. This is how rust begins to form and it can seriously damage the vehicle as well as significantly impact its value.  

Wax On, Wax Off


Waxing a car does so much more than give it that shiny coat! Wax acts as an additional layer between the wind, dirt, rain, and bugs that just love to coat your car. Keep that in mind the next time you skip the wax coat during the car wash.



Hand or Machine Wash


When you hand wash a vehicle, you have a chance to visually and personally inspect the exterior. This allows you to find dents, scrapes, chips, and any other areas of concern. While it's more convenient to go to a machine wash bay, you're truly missing out on the chance to see/fix a minor problem before it grows. Hand washing is the much preferred option.


Clean and Safe


A car wash really can enhance the protection that a vehicle gives you. The vehicles at our dealership are washed and kept clean by the best maintenance and service department in Missouri. We want to protect not only your investment, but everyone inside the vehicle as well. Keep your car or truck clean and washed to avoid any issues this fall.


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Jefferson City, and California, MO areas

1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
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Thursday, October 8, 2015

14 MUST-HAVE Items For Your Emergency Kit!

In a perfect world, accidents would never happen. Unfortunately, they DO happen. At the best car dealership in the Jefferson City area, the safety of the community is one of our top priorities. That's why we've put together a list of some must-have items you should keep in your vehicle to help you through emergency sitautions. These items should be checked regularly and updated as needed to ensure you are prepared for bad scenarios. Here are 15 things you should keep in the back of your vehicle in the case of an emergency!

First Aid


1. All-In-One Kit


This really should go unmentioned, but it's often overlooked. A first aid kit, complete with gauze, band-aids, and medical tape/antibiotic ointment really goes a long way in treating those accidental scrapes one can obtain while troubleshooting any emergency.


Blankets, Clothes & Heat


2. Wool Blanket


No matter what the weather is, people tend to sleep under a blanket or sheet, right? The same rule applies here. A wool blanket can keep you warm and protected from the elements should your vehicle break down or if you're in an accident. 

3. Space Blanket


A space blanket is much more compact, but can keep you warm by reflecting your body heat and keeping it beneath the blanket. Don't rely on just the space blanket if you're outside in the cold! It has little or no insulation which means it's best combined with the wool blanket for proper safety and warmth.


4. Spare Clothes


A spare set of jeans and a jacket/plain shirt are perfect for an emergency, whether that's a stain or for staying dry!

5. Chemical Warmers


Hand and foot warmers interact with oxygen in the air, heating up and keeping you warm for hours. These are perfect for those moments in the winter when the worst could happen.

Food & Water



6. Snack Items 


Nut bars and canned goods are perfect for the average emergency kit because of their ease of access and energy intake they can give the body. Don't forget the can opener!

7. Water


The most important supply to have on hand, bottled water can be used for drinking, for cooling, and for making food. A few small bottles or a gallon jug should be enough to keep you quenched and still have enough left over to be helpful. 

 Lights & Energy


8. Flashlights 


A flashlight is a perfect fit for every kit out there. Make sure to pack fresh batteries or use a flashlight that has a fresh charge. Also, in today's world, a cellphone is an essential item! Charging a portable battery and putting it in the pack is a great way to guarantee a working phone throughout the entire situation.


9. Glow Sticks & Flares/Road Triangles


Glow sticks are a mainstay item so that you don't need to rely on an electrical source of power for light.  If your car breaks down, road flares and reflective triangles can signal other drivers of your situation & keep the site luminous - keeping you from sitting in the dark!

Tool Kit


A tool kit is the centerpiece to the emergency bag. It should include several items that can be used in nearly every situation!


10. Knife 


A knife can be used for opening packages, cutting tape, and tons of other useful things. Keeping a sharp knife in the bag is a must have.

11. Screwdrivers


Both Flathead and Phillips head screwdrivers can be used to fix a HUGE assortment of vehicle related issues. All in one jumpstart machines can provide a boost to a vehicle battery without two vehicles, some even include chargers for phones, and flashlights! These can replace the jumper cables found earlier on this list.


12. Jumper Cables 


In case the vehicle battery is dead, or simply needs a boost, jumper cables can save the day, provided you have someone else with a vehicle nearby.


13. Jumpstart Machine


All in one jumpstart machines can provide a boost to a vehicle battery without two vehicles, some even include chargers for phones, and flashlights! These can replace the jumper cables found earlier on this list.


14. Camera


Documenting an accident and taking pictures of important things like drivers license's are essential for processes that take place after the emergency. 


Emergencies Happen


It doesn't matter if you buy new or used vehicles at Spieler's Inc.- you need an emergency kit. Don't count on an all in one bag you can buy at the store. Making your own not only allows you to customize the bag, but you know EXACTLY what goes inside. There will be no question on what you can do when an emergency occurs. Remember, when you come to the best truck dealership in Jefferson City, we want you to be more than just happy, we want you safe!

Proudly serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO areas

1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107

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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Fall Maintenance and You

Fall is a time of transmissions, I mean transitions. The weather is transitioning, trees are changing color, animals are preparing for winter, even the boats are winterizing. Shouldn't you help your car transition as well? Here at the best car dealership near Jefferson City, we want to help get your vehicle ready for the coming winter. That means getting your vehicle in to see some of the best mechanics in the Jefferson City area. There are several key points to focus on when you bring your vehicle in for service.

All Four Tires


Quality tires are a must-have for driving in the coming months. Fall rain, and winter freezes cause the roadways to deteriorate and become slick. An easy way to check if you need new tires is to stick a penny in the tread, if you can see the top of Abe Lincoln's head, it's time for new tires! A tire with poor tread simply cannot handle the road way like a new set of tires can. It's incredibly dangerous to drive on balding tires, and even more so when the roads have patches of black ice hidden. Bring your vehicle in and we'll eliminate this concern for you.


Wipers, Coolant, and Oil


As the weather begins to cool off and ice starts to form, the windshield wipers take a heavy beating. They scrap all of the ice and muck off your windshield and this wears them down quickly - a new set before the winter season will ensure that your car has optimum visibility. On a similar note, the engine coolant may need replaced as well. If your vehicle is running on water for coolant, or anything less than a 50/50 blend of coolant and water, then it's time to replace it. A frozen coolant line is disastrous, both in price and on the life of the vehicle, and it's an easy-to-prevent problem. Finally, make sure you get that oil change done before the dead of winter hits! If there were any issues in the engine from the oil, then the problems can be fixed or remedied before the cold sets in.


The Battery

It often goes unnoticed, that is, until it quits working. If your vehicle is pushing 4 years old or more, and you haven't changed your battery, it may be time to get it tested. The colder the weather gets, the more power your battery needs to push into the system to start your vehicle. An older battery may simply be at the end of it's life cycle and no longer capable of generating this much power. It's much safer to simply get it checked/fixed now when the weather is perfect, than wait until the mile of winter for it to die and leave you stranded in the cold!


The Heater/Defroster


I'ts been a long time since you needed to use the heater or the defroster. A quick check now will determine if you need to get any repairs done. Again, this is the best time for it, as the estimated first frost of the year is coming in a matter of weeks! Better safe than sorry when it comes to visibility and heat in your vehicle.  


We Can Help You Transition


With the best service center in the Jefferson City area, we can assist you with all the vehicle transitions a car or truck could need! From new tires, to checking the wipers and oil, Spieler's Incorporated is here to make sure that your vehicles are safe for driving, no matter the season. Come see why we're the best dealership in mid-Missouri!



Proudly serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO areas

1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107

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Friday, September 25, 2015

How to Improve your MPG

Everyone has a tip when it comes to improving your fuel economy.  As the best car dealer near Jefferson city, we've heard some tall tales from customers about Fuel economy. Notable stories include manual transmissions getting better gas mileage and trailing semi trucks to coast in their shadow.  While these are completely untrue and more than slightly dangerous, there are several handy tips that are TRUE.  Here are 5 tips everyone needs to know to maximize the fuel efficiency of their vehicle. 




Let off the Gas!


Instead of putting the pedal to the metal at the green light and racing forward, gradually accelerate.  Driving with quick acceleration kills the efficiency between the engine and the wheels, and the return is a marginally faster beginning.  Once your up to speed, set the cruise control and coast.  Most vehicles are optimized to move at 65 MPH or less, and anything over that will directly reduce your fuel economy. 

Change the Oil and Filters


No, your mechanic isn't trying to get into your wallet. Being regular with oil changes drastically improves the fuel efficiency of your engine. As a car or truck runs, the engine will slowly gather dirt from natural wear and tear. The oil picks this dirt and dust up and loses a lot of its properties: causing the engine to work harder. Changing the oil not only keeps the engine running smoothly, but also allows the mechanic to look at and change the air filter. A dirty air filter prevents the engine from getting enough air to work at peak efficiency- costing you in miles per gallon.



Enjoy the Temperature


No one recommends driving around with the windows down in the middle of the summer, or winter. But if there's no need to have the air conditioner running, get those windows down and enjoy the weather.  This simple trick will keep the vehicle from drawing on the engine to make the air cooler.  This tip was even proven on Mythbusters - driving with the windows down is more fuel efficient than driving with the air conditioning on. 


Air Up the Tires


The tires on a vehicle fluctuate in air pressure every year due to the weather.  Every car or truck has a set amount of PSI that each tire should be at.  Should a tire become over or under-inflated, your fuel economy will.



Use the Brakes Less


If you combine the 1st tip of accelerating smoothly, and pay attention to the road, brakes can be used much less than before.  When brakes are applied to a vehicle, they stop or slow down the momentum. This forces the engine to work back up to the speed you wish to reach and is one of the hardest things on an engine.  This is why stop-and-go traffic is so hazardous to the fuel economy, and why most vehicles have two written numbers for MPG : Highway and City.  Use the brakes less by modulating your speed to increase peak fuel efficiency.

Safety First


The number 1 way to improve the average miles per gallon of a vehicle is to drive safely. Here at the best new car dealership in Jefferson City, your safety is incredibly important.  Maintaining safe speeds and utilizing these tips will improve your fuel economy, as well as optimizing the vehicle for your protection.  Come down to Spieler's Incorporated for all your car repair needs and we'll make sure your vehicle is at peak performance before you drive off the lot!



Proudly serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO areas

1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107

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Friday, September 18, 2015

September Special Deals at Spieler's Incorporated

The best car dealership near Jefferson City always has the best prices for our customers.  This month we are making a few of those prices even better with some incredible special deals on Ram, Chrysler, and Jeep.  Take a look at these amazing deals for September at Spieler's Incorporated. 




2015 Ram 1500 Big Horn
Truck Crew Cab

19 city mpg / 27 hwy. mpg
3.0L V-6 cyl

MSRP:  $49,145
Dealer Discount: -$7,276

SALE PRICE:  $41,869







2015 Ram 1500 Sport
Truck Crew Cab
15 city mpg / 21 hwy. mpg
5.7L V-8 cyl

MSRP:  $48,895
Dealer Discount:  -$7,879

SALE PRICE:  $41,016







2015 Ram 2500 Laramie
Truck Crew Cab
6.4L V-8 cyl

MSRP:  $54,575
Dealer Discount:  -$7,268

SALE PRICE:  $47,307







2015 Ram 3500 SLT
Truck Crew Cab

6.7 l-6 cyl

MSRP:  $57,155
Dealer Discount:  -$8,059

SALE PRICE:  $49,096










2015 Chrysler 200 C Sedan
19 city mpg / 32 hwy. mpg
3.6L V-6 cyl

SALE PRICE:  $26,971








2015 Jeep Patriot Sport 4x4 SUV
22 city mpg / 27 hwy. mpg
2.4L l-4 cyl

SALE PRICE:  $22,119






If you have been thinking about buying a new car or truck near Jefferson City, now is a great time to stop by Spieler's Incorporated and take advantage of these huge discounts.  Our friendly sales staff can't wait to match you up to that car or truck that is perfect for you.  Stop in and see us soon!



* The advertised price does not include sales tax, vehicle registration fees, other fees required by law, finance charges and any documentation charges.
* Images, prices, and options shown, including vehicle color, trim, options, pricing and other specifications are subject to availability, incentive offerings, current pricing and credit worthiness.

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Jefferson City, and California, MO areas

1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107

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Wednesday, September 9, 2015

96 Hours of Incredible Deals on Your Dream Car!

The Summer's getting ready to end, and we have a HUGE Sale to close it down here at the best car dealership in mid Missouri.  Our 96-hour Sales Event is here September 10-14!

We have several 2015 models up for grabs here at Spielers Inc. in California, MO, and some even offer Bonus Cash of up to $1000! Come check out the models below and see the outstanding opportunities that await.


Chrysler



200 Limited Sedan (both the S and C models)

  • This vehicle qualifies for a Bonus Cash Incentive of $500
  • 0% APR for 72 months
  • Up to 23 MPG in the City and 36 MPG on the highway


Chrysler 300 and 300c qualify for the $1000 Bonus Cash Event!

Dodge





Journey Crossroad AWD

  • $219 for 27 months and less than $2000 DAS
  • Up to 19  MPG in city and 26 MPG on highway
  • This Vehicle Qualifies for the $500 Bonus Cash (excluding the AVP Model)


 Dodge Chargers qualify for the $1000 Bonus Cash Event!

Jeep






Grand Cherokee/ Patriot/ Compass models

  • Cherokee Limited at 0% APR for 72 months with a down payment of $1500 (excl. Sport models)
  • The following models also qualify for the $500 Bonus Cash: Grand Cherokee (excl. Laredo), Patriot, and Compass
  • Up to 22 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway

RAM






Ram 1500 Crew Cab Bighorn 4X4 and Laramie Editions
  • 0% APR for 60 Months + $4000 in 
  • $269 for 24 months with only $2769 due at signing
  • 21 MPG in city and 29 MPG on highway

With choices like these, it's easy to see why Spielers Inc. is the place to go to find your new car in the Jefferson City area. We have something for everyone, from a family vehicle to a rugged off road farm truck.  Stop by anytime between September 10-14 and take advantage of our incredible 96-hour Sales Event!




Proudly serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO areas

1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107

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Friday, September 4, 2015

Featured Vehicle - The 2015 Jeep Cherokee Latitude

The best car dealership near Jefferson City offers many of the best brand-name cars, trucks, and SUVs.  We are proud to carry Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram, but today's blog is all about Jeep.  Here are some great details about the impressive 2015 Jeep Cherokee Latitude.



The road is yours to command in this 2015 Jeep Cherokee!  This vehicle will take you anywhere that you might want to go.  The electronic power steering helps to reduce the engine load, in turn, giving you better gas mileage.  This rugged SUV gives you plenty of room with its versatile 60/40 split second-row seats.  There is also a fold-flat front passenger seat with in-seat storage.        



Features

  • 21 city mpg / 28 hwy mpg
  • 2.4-Liter I4 Mulit-Air Engine
  • 9-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • 2,000 lb Towing Capacity
  • Jeep Active Drive I
  • Jeep Cargo Management System



Safety and Security Standard Features
  • Brake Stability Control
  • Supplemental Rear Seat Side Airbags
  • Supplemental Side-Curtain Front and Rear Airbags
  • Advanced Multistage Front Airbags
  • Supplemental Front Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Hill Start Assist
  • Electronic Roll Mitigation
  • Parkview Rear Back-Up Camera



If the 2015 Jeep Cherokee Latitude sounds like the perfect SUV for you, stop on in to the best jeep dealership near Jefferson City and take a test drive.  The experienced salespeople at Spielers Incorporated will answer all of your questions, making sure that you get exactly what you are looking for.  


Proudly serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO areas

1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107

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