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How Much Can You Tow?

At first it seems simple to tow a trailer. However, the act of towing is not anywhere near the act of driving a car. You must understand the limitations of your vehicle before you look into towing any load.

First, you need to find out how much you can tow, or whether you can tow anything at all. Many subcompact vehicles are not rated for towing. Look into your owner’s manual to find the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW). The GTW is the total amount of weight you can tow including all the parts of the trailer, what it holds…

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Explore the Supply of Part Replacements in Newport

A one-stop automotive dealer that features every type of van, truck, and salon cars repair parts is of much help to motorists. Instead of hopping from one shop to another in Battle Creek, MI looking for vehicle accessories, just stop by our Parts Center for anything and everything to best suit your vehicle.

Car owners choose Stinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM because they stock the most comprehensive selection of car performance upgrade kits and automotive equipment. Whether you need trailer accessories, tires, suspension equipment, engine parts, or jack lifts, make your purchase from...

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Check Your Headlights to Prevent Accidents

Don’t brave dark roads or stormy weather with dim or dull headlights. Poor visibility is a major contributing factor to vehicle accidents. Have your headlights checked and replaced once a year at Stinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM to prevent faded or burnt out bulbs that risk your safety.

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Move Over Laws and a Look at Lane Changing

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Consideration is key for people who want to be successful and safe drivers. You need to think about all of the other people who share the big road with you. You need to consider passenger safety. You need to think in detail about fellow driver safety. You even need to cautiously contemplate roadside worker well-being.

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No Need to Over-Do It with Your Oil Changes

Many modernizations have been made over the years in the automotive world. This is also true with your car's engine and the oil that goes in it. For years, the rule was to change the oil every 3,000 miles. With today's modern engines and synthetic oil blends, most vehicles can now go 5,000-7,500 miles between oil changes.

This range will obviously depend on the make and model of your vehicle, as well as the manufacturer's recommendations. But increasing the length of time between your oil changes to this range is certainly not out of…

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Outsmart the Weather with All-Wheel or Four-wheel drive

You've probably experienced a time or two where an all or four-wheel drive vehicle seemed like a smart idea. The good news is that it's possible to get these features at an affordable price on many new vehicle models. No longer do you have to own anything " rugged" in order to get great results in undesirable conditions.

Our staff at Stinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM like to give a high-level overview of how these features work and how they can benefit most drivers. Both all-wheel and four-wheel drive provide you with better traction resulting in more control of…

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2017 Chrysler 300 Delivers an Outstanding Blend of Form and Function

Has your new-car search led you to the full-size sedan class? Well, if so, we here at Stinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram think you may well discover your ideal fit in Chrysler's, the 2017 300.

And how do we figure?

Allow CarGurus commentator Nicole Wakelin to provide you with the necessary context; her evaluation of the 300 is as follows:

Shoppers seeking a more performance-inspired feel from the sedan will receive exactly that in the form of the mid-level 300S trim.

Standard features on this model include a 300-horsepower V6 engine, 20-inch wheels with performance tires, sport-tuned ...

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Drivers Award Jeep Grand Cherokee Ideal Vehicle Award

65,000 drivers across the United States voiced their opinions on the Ideal Vehicle Mid-Size SUV. The award is determined by a survey that measures the changes that vehicle owners desire to see in their vehicles.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has brought together many features to make the vehicle more intuitive for use. With features like the Keyless Enter 'n Go, power liftgate, and Uconnect infotainment system this vehicle is centered around you from the moment you sit behind the wheel.

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