It’s back-to-school season, so if you or someone you know is headed off to college, take note. School supplies and dorm furniture aren’t the only things students need to think about as they prepare to hit the books. A lot of college kids travel long distances to school in a personal vehicle, and they don’t…
Maria Coe was just 16 when she started working at Don Ayres. In fact, she remembers having to hitch a ride to work her first couple of weeks because she didn’t even have her driver’s license! Today, 11 years after Maria took that first job as a file clerk, she continues to be a dedicated…
Your car’s air filter can quickly fill with dirt, dust and bugs. When this happens, your engine has to work harder, and your car isn’t able to use fuel as efficiently. Some estimates suggest you can improve your gas mileage by as much as 10 percent when you replace your air filter, so what are…
Let’s be honest: a lot of car owners take those big bulky owner’s manuals and shove them into the depths of their glove compartments without much thought. Wait! Not so fast … These handy guides are full of useful tidbits, including recommended tire pressure, car seat guidelines and suggested maintenance schedules for your car. We…
There’s one thing every car owner should know: Preventative maintenance can save you money and unnecessary hassles in the long run. Stephanie Fabian, an employee at Don Ayres for the last 22 years, says even basic maintenance – like having your oil changed and your tires rotated on a regular basis – will help cut…
Texting and driving is not the only form of distracted driving that affects our roadways. In fact, if we’re all honest, most of us have probably engaged in one or more of the following activities (list compiled by www.distraction.gov) while driving: · Using a cell phone · Eating and drinking · Talking to passengers ·…
True story: Someone we know (let’s just call her a loyal friend of Don Ayres) recently returned home after a long day and made the unfortunate mistake of leaving an empty cash box between the front seats of her car. “No problem,” she thought. “The cash box is empty, I’m parked in my own driveway,…
Thank you to Lola who took the time to write in recently after she had a good experience in our service department. As always, we love hearing from our customers. Please contact us anytime via Facebook, Twitter – or even the good ‘ole U.S. Postal Service. To Doug and the Honda Service Team, I just…
It can happen to anyone: that dreaded thump-thump-thump that means you have a flat tire. If you’re driving when it happens, here’s what you need to know: Slow down, and carefully work your way to the right shoulder of the highway or road. Turn on your flashers. If it’s night time, make sure you leave…
You know it’s summer in Indiana when orange construction barrels pop up all over the area’s most-traveled roadways. So, how can you avoid headaches as you make your daily commute? For starters, follow these tips for staying safe — and sane! — in a construction zone: Plan ahead If you know one of the main…
