Sports Family Survival Kit for the Car

BAY CITY, Mich. – Summer has arrived and that means travel sports teams. When you are running the kids from the soccer field, to the baseball diamond, and then to the tennis courts, you want to make sure you are prepared for anything. At Graff Bay City we know the sports weekends can be busy, that is why we put together 10 items for a sports family survival kit for the car! Now you can be prepared for any accidents, inclement weather, and hungry kids. Take a look below at some of the items you could include in your survival kit:

• First Aid Kit – Be ready for any kind of accident. A proper first aid kit is good to have for scratches and cuts, but can also be helpful incase of an emergency. First Aid kit supplies could include: band aids, antiseptic, bandage wraps, and medical tape. 
• Wet Naps – Whether it is to wipe up dirt and grass stains, or to clean messy food hands, these will become an essential for your vehicle. Wet naps are a great universal tool to get a quick clean. 
• Sunscreen – Even if the sun is not shining, the UV rays can cause burns and damage to your skin on overcast days. Protect yourself and your athletes with the proper SPF number. 
• Paper Towels – Paper towels is another great universal tool that are helpful for cleaning up messy athletes. They can also be useful to hold food or clean the car. 
• Travel Snacks – Every athlete is hungry when they are done playing a game or tournament. Be prepared to feed hungry bellies with a few travel snacks. Trail mix, fruit, veggies, or granola bars are easy and portable options. 
• Bottled Water – Having bottled water on hand quenches thirsty kids, but it is also good to have for cleaning messes any time.
• Chap stick – Fight chapped lips by keeping a stick around. Chap sticks also come with UV protection so you can keep lips from getting burned as well. 
• Camping Folding Chairs/Blanket – While you worry about the athletes, don’t forget yourself! Keep a few chairs or a blanket in the car for when it’s time to sit back and watch the game. 
• Umbrella/Poncho – It is the summer season and rain happens, even when we least expect it. Always be ready with some rain protection gear!
• Sunglasses – Keeping an extra pair of sunglasses is great for the really sunny days. You never know who might forget their pair. 

With our sports family survival kit for the car you can be ready for what ever will come your way during the busy tournament weekends. If you are looking for a vehicle that will keep up with your busy summer then stop into Graff Bay City! We can get you behind the wheel of a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. You will love the cargo space, entertainment technologies, and top safety features in this family crossover vehicle. Contact our sales team to schedule a test-drive today!

If you are looking to get your current vehicle ready for the busy sports-filled summer then visit our Summer Car Care pages on our website. Our Summer Car Care will take you through the importance of getting your external lights, fuel system, and cooling and A/C system serviced. It will also discuss the different cosmetic repairs that can be done during the warmer months, and it offers different sun protection tips for your vehicle’s interior and exterior. Schedule your Summer Car Care appointment with the Graff Bay City Service Center and we will have you on the road in no time.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Chevrolet’s Silverado Gained Maximum Performance With A New Air Intake System

BAY CITY, Mich. -- Chevrolet knew they wanted to get more from the engine of the Silverado HD. By working on the air intake with many challenging real-world driving conditions, Chevrolet found a way to get the Silverado performing better than before. Chevrolet’s Silverado gained maximum performance with a new air intake system. The new air intake system provides dry cool air to the Silverado engine during any kind of weather.

How does the air intake system help?
The new air intake system provides 60 percent of the air to the diesel engine of the Silverado HD. With the new system the air provided to the engine is closer to the temperature of the outside air, which is much cooler than the air under the hood. Cooler air helps the engine maintain full power and speed even while the truck is trailering in tough weather conditions.

Dry and clean air also helps the Silverado HD diesel engine. The air intake system includes an air/water separator that provides combustion-enhancing dry air for the engine to get maximum performance. In the system the air enters a special air filter chamber that specially separates the humidity from the air before it is sent to the engine.

What makes the air intake system so successful?
To have the amount of success from the air filtering system, it is specially designed on top of the hood of the Silverado. The hood scoop is what provides the 60 percent of the air intake. There is also a ram-air effect that occurs when the Silverado HD is driving at highway speeds, this helps pack more air into the engine through the front fenders and pulls an additional 40 percent of air.

By providing cooler, dryer air to the engine, Chevrolet’s Silverado gained maximum performance with a new air intake system. After testing the Silverado in weather conditions from light rain to monsoon like conditions, from light snow to wind driven hail, the Silverado HD’s new air intake system has successfully enhanced the performance of the diesel engine. 

If you are interested in getting behind the wheel of a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado then visit our team at Hank Graff Chevrolet in Bay City, MI! We will set you up with a test drive of one of Chevrolet’s toughest pick up trucks. Experience the comfort with the towing experience that the Silverado provides. To schedule your test drive, contact our sales professionals at Graff Bay City!

If you want to get the best performance out of your current vehicle this summer, visit our Summer Car Care page! We discuss the importance of servicing your cooling and A/C system, your fuel system, and your external lights during the warm season. We also discuss cosmetic repairs that you can work on while the weather is warm, and offer sun protection tips for your vehicle’s interior and exterior. To schedule your Summer Car Care appointment contact our Graff Bay City Service Center today!

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Summer Car Care at Graff Bay City

BAY CITY, Mich. – Summer is the season of crazy road trips and fun in the sun! Making sure your vehicle is ready to take you on all your adventures this season is important, and Summer Car Care at Graff Bay City can help you do just that. Our new pages are focused on keeping you safe and keeping your vehicle performing optimally all this summer, and plenty of seasons to come. In our summer car care pages you’ll learn about the maintenance your cooling and A/C system, exterior lights, and fuel system need to help you hit the open road with no problems. Keep your vehicle looking great this summer with our cosmetic fixes and sun protection pages as well. Schedule your Summer Car Care at Graff Bay City today. Read a little more on each summer car care topic:

Cooling & A/C Systems: Stay cool all summer long with the proper seasonal maintenance for your A/C and cooling system. Read through our A/C and Cooling System Maintenance page to learn about warning signs and services that each system has.

Exterior Lights: Your exterior lights are often overlooked when it comes to your vehicle’s routine maintenance, but it’s one of your most important safety components. Learn about the type of exterior lights your vehicle has, how to replace a bulb, and the type of bulbs that the Department of Transportation allows all on our Exterior Light Maintenance page.

Fuel System: Having a clean and healthy fuel system is crucial to your vehicle’s performance and efficiency. On our Fuel System Maintenance page you’ll learn about the function of your fuel system, how to maintain it, and the warning signs that it may need to be serviced.

Sun Protection: Get the best Sun Protection Tips from this page of our summer car care. Keeping your vehicle protected during the summer months will prolong the life of your vehicle and have it looking great all season long.

Cosmetic Fixes: Our Cosmetic Vehicle Fixes page will explain why summer is the best month to take care of those minor damages. Getting the dents and dings out of your car will not only keep your vehicle looking its best, but it will prolong its life and prevent future damage.

We want to make sure you’re safe on all your summer adventures, and seasonal maintenance is key. Our Summer Car Care pages will help you with your cooling and A/C system, fuel system, and exterior light maintenance. It will also give you tips on cosmetic fixes and sun protection. Summer Car Care at Graff Bay City will not only keep you and your passengers safe, but it will keep your vehicle running correctly and efficiently too. Our team of ASE Certified service technicians are happy to take care of your summer maintenance. We service all make and models at our Graff Bay City Service Center. Schedule your summer car care appointment online or over the phone by calling (989) 684-4411.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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5 Ways to Decorate for Father’s Day

BAY CITY, Mich. – Everyone likes a party, including dad. Make dad feel special this Father’s Day with a party he will never forget. With Graff Bay City’s 5 ways to decorate for Father’s Day, you can make memories that will last forever. If your dad loves fishing, golf, or superheroes, we have some decoration ideas for you! So celebrate all of the dads in your life with a fun party that everyone will enjoy.

Neck Tie Garland

Memory Banner

Fishing Mason Jars

Super Dad Party Theme

Golf Ball Center Pieces 

Dad will love a day with his favorite food, favorite people, and amazing decorations! Give that special dad in your life a day to remember with our 5 ways to decorate for Father’s Day. Want to make Father’s Day even more special? Bring dad to Graff Bay City to test drive a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500! Your dad will love the heavy-duty power behind on of Chevrolet’s most popular pickup trucks. Not only will he love the feel and drive of a 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500, but he will love the Silverado Max Trailering Package that is available with the 1500 model. How can we make the Silverado 1500 even better? The Silverado Max Trailering package is available for leased vehicles as well. Contact our experts at Graff Bay City for more details.

Not sure on whether buying or leasing a vehicle is right for you? We have you covered! You can visit our Buying vs. Leasing page on Graff Bay City for all of your buying and leasing questions. You can also visit our How to Buy and How to Lease pages for a more in depth look at both the buying process and the leasing process with Graff Bay City’s financing team. If you have more questions on financing, contact our team today!

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Chevrolet Camaro’s History at the Indy 500

BAY CITY, Mich. – On May 29th the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS served as the official pace car for the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500. Chevrolet has held the honor of serving as the official pace car 27 times, that is more than any other manufacturer. The Chevrolet Camaro has been the official pace car 9 of those times. In celebration of the 100th race, take a look below at Chevrolet Camaro’s history at the Indy 500.

1967 Camaro RS/SS
As the first Camaro to serve as the Indy 500 pace car, this model was also the original Camaro built.

1969 Camaro RS/SS
This pace car made its mark as becoming one of the most recognizable pace cars in the speedway’s history with orange-over white paint scheme.

1982 Camaro Z28
The Camaro Z28 introduced the third generation of the Camaro and was driven by Indy 500 winner, Jim Rathmann.

1993 Camaro Z28
In 1993 the Camaro Z28 showcased daring back and white paint scheme highlights with multicolored ribbons and matching interior.

2010 Camaro SS (2009 and 2010 Indianapolis 500)
The 2010 Camaro SS made its mark at the famous brickyard in its first and only back-to-back appearance. First in 2009 the Camaro was driven by “Transformers" star Josh Duhamel, and then in 2010 it was driven by “Good Morning America” anchor Robin Roberts (who was only the second woman to ever drive an Indy pace car).

2011 Camaro SS
In 2011 the Camaro debuted for its third year in a row as the pace car. That year it had also paid homage to the 1969 pace car and was dressed in white and orange.

2014 Camaro Z/28
This version of the Camaro pace car became the most track-focused Camaro with a 7.0L LS7 V-8 engine, high performance brake rotors, and 19 inch aluminum wheels.

2017 Camaro SS 50th Anniversary Edition
This year the Camaro sported “100th Running of the Indianapolis 500” graphics in celebration of the 100th anniversary, as well as the 50th anniversary of the Camaro. 

The Chevrolet Camaro’s history at the Indy 500 has created a strong relationship between the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Chevrolet. If you want to get your hands on a 2016 Camaro, our team at Graff Bay City can make that happen! Experience the power behind the vehicle model that has been around for decades. Schedule your test drive for the 2016 Camaro today.

At Graff Bay City we want to make the financing process easy. That is why we have a new and improved Buying vs. Leasing page. Now you can compare and contrast the two options for a better understanding of which best fits your lifestyle. When you make a decision on which direction you want to finance, take a look at our How to Buy and How to Lease pages for commonly used terms, and a step-by-step process with our financing team. If you have more questions about financing with Graff Bay City, contact our finance experts today.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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3 Tips for Parents With Teen Drivers

BAY CITY, Mich. – Having a teen driver in the house can be exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. If your teen has started driving or has recently received their license, take a look at our 3 tips for parents with teen drivers. You may find that by applying these 3 tips to your teen’s driving experience they will not only grow into becoming alert and safe drivers, but these tips may also help you become more comfortable with them behind the wheel.

Take a look at our 3 tips for parents with drivers below:

Start Off With Small Trips
Your teen may be anxious to go on that cross country road trip with their friends, but you know they aren’t ready at first. Start your teen with making small trips around town. Whether they have their driver’s permit or just earned their driver’s license, making smaller trips will get them comfortable behind the wheel and help them grow more confident with their driving. So when you need a gallon of milk from the local grocery store, have your teen drive the car to get there!

Set A Good Example and Good Rules
Your teen will learn their driving habits from you! Set a good example by obeying traffic laws, not using your phone while driving, and always buckling your seat belt. If you want your teen to be a smart driver, then be one too!

Setting your own rules at home is a great way to implement a responsible driver. Curfews and passenger limitations are ways to know your teen is practicing safe driving. Also by having your teen participate in the financial cost that goes into a vehicle helps teach them about maintenance responsibilities.

Get Your Teen Prepared in Case of an Accident
Even if you have faith in your teen’s driving, getting behind the wheel of a car puts anyone at risk of many unexpected events. If your teen experiences getting in an accident you want to make sure they know what to do. Having emergency kits in the vehicle at all times is just one step you can take to get your teen more prepared.

By using these 3 tips for parents with teen drivers, you will be able to encourage and teach your teen how to be safe and responsible when they get behind the wheel. Along with teaching your teen how to become a safe driver, you should find a vehicle that also works to keep them safe like the new 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze not only comes with top technology and safety features, but it also can be purchased with Chevy’s new 24/7 Promise. The 24/7 Promise offers everything from vehicle maintenance assistance to OnStar capabilities. Now your teen can have the support of you and Chevrolet.

Don’t know if buying another vehicle is right for your family? Take a look at our Buying vs. Leasing page. There you can learn about the difference between buying and leasing a vehicle and see which option is best for you. Then take a closer look at the buying and leasing processes with our How to Buy and How to Lease pages. At Graff Bay City we want you to be just as informed as we are! If you have additional questions about buying or leasing a vehicle you can contact our finance experts today.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Celebrate National Tire Safety Week with Graff Bay City

BAY CITY, Mich. – Do you know proper tire safety? From May 29th through June 4th it's National Tire Safety Week! With the summer season bringing more vehicle travel and long road trips, now is the perfect time to learn how to keep yourself and your passengers’ safe. Below we have put together a tire safety checklist to remember when traveling. Now you can keep your tires safe at all times and celebrate National Tire Safety Week with Graff Bay City!

Tire Safety Checklist:

Have you checked your tire pressure?

Before leaving for a long trip or vacation, make sure you check your tire’s air pressure. Proper tire inflation will help your vehicle drive better, help you save on fuel costs, and keep your tires performing to the best of their abilities. If you need help finding your vehicle’s air pressure recommendations check your Owner’s Manual.

Have you checked your tire tread?

Your tire tread is important because the tread keeps your tires gripped properly to the ground, giving you a safe drive. There are some ways to check your tire tread while at home! Visit our FAQ page to learn the steps to performing the Penny Test on your tires.

Do you have a spare available?

Even if you are prepared for the worst, the unexpected can happen. Having a spare tire on hand will help you not be stuck on the side of the road. If you do have to use a spare tire remember to not drive over 50 miles with one, and not over 50 mph. Try getting to a tire service location as fast as possible. 

Have you had a tire rotation?

Routine tire rotations are a great and convenient way to keep your tires in good condition for longer periods of time. They help with even tire tread wear, and help fuel efficiency. We recommend getting a tire rotation every 6,000 miles or every other oil change. Schedule an appointment with our Service Center today for your next tire rotation.

Do you need a tire alignment?

Have you noticed your steering wheel pulling to one side or the other? This could be due to your tire alignment being off. Your tires should always be parallel to one another when you are driving. Having a problem with your tire alignment can lead to faster tire tread wear and cause more damage in the long run. 

By going through your tire checklist you will be prepared for anything once you have hit the road. Do you have questions about tire maintenance? Visit our FAQ page for answers to all things tires. To learn more about tire service you can also visit the tire routine maintenance page of our website. Celebrate National Tire Safety week with Graff Bay City and visit us for your tire maintenance services! Our Service Center can help inspect, repair and replace all of your tires. Schedule your appointment today. 

Are you looking for a vehicle that can handle anything on the road? Then visit Graff Bay City and test drive a 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe. This SUV will give you a comfortable ride with maximum space for your next road trip. When it comes to financing visit our Buying vs. Leasing page and see which option best fits your needs before you head to the dealership! For more questions on vehicles and financing contact our team of experts today.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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