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October Is Fall Car Care Month – Show Your Car Some Love

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Fall Car Care Month isn’t just about your engine and mechanical maintenance, but every aspect of your car. We’re sharing some of our Must-Do’s for fall car cleaning that will not only leave you feeling happier driving, but we’re sneaking in some items that will protect the longevity of your vehicle too. Fall is the best time give your car a good cleaning as the weather is not too hot, not too cold and you can appreciate the outdoors at the same time. Show some love to your car’s exterior: Wash – Wash all the exterior grime off with mild…
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Driving Tips – Fall Road Hazards and How To Avoid Them

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Autumn officially started this week and is already conjuring up images of so many wonderful family activities to do outside from apple picking, pumpkin patches, baking pies (or eating them) and foliage gazing. Have you planned your family’s fall outings yet? If not, check out Pumpkin Patches and more for a list of “Pick Your Own” farms, pumpkin patches, and other fall happenings in our area. Before you head out, we want to make sure you and your family are aware of typical fall road hazards and how to stay safe. Leaf Peepers You’re on the road to look at…
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Top 3 Things Every College Student Needs Before Leaving Home

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College can be a scary word. As parents, we spend the first 18 years of our children’s life planning for milestone after milestone; walking, talking, riding a bike, starting school, going to middle school, then high school. College is the last sign of their pre-adult life and one of the last opportunities to prepare them for what’s to come. Whether in state or across the country, it’s a turning point for our child’s independence; the calls will come a little less, and the gaps between visits are heart-wrenching. One of the biggest obstacles we face is caring for our students from…
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7 Must Read Carpooling Tips For Every Parent

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  School schedules are starting to flow, afternoon activities are picking up, and carpooling sign-ups are in your child’s backpack or filling up your email inbox. A parent’s job is demanding, whether you work full time or you’re a full-time parent, the to-do list never seems to get any smaller. From school to sports, and after school activities, the hustle, and bustle of chauffeuring our kids will consume most of our time during the school year. By following these carpooling tips, you can share some of the back-to-school driving and create a clear, actionable plan that leaves you comfortable and…
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Summer Driving – 21 Back To School Driving Tips

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Summer time is the busiest time of the year as people take to the roadways for vacation and enjoyment. The last stretch of summer is upon us. Many parents and young adults are preparing for “back to school.”  Whether your student is driving to high school for the first time, or a student heading out on your first solo road trip back to college, Osceola Garage wants to make sure your student’s trip is stress-free, and your car is ready to get you there. Here are some important pre-trip and on-the-road tips you can share with your young driver heading back…
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