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Welcome to
Alan Cox Automotive
Our team is ready to assist you with your vehicle needs.
Nick Kocsis - Service Manager
Jonathan Hall - Parts Manager
Debi Patrick - Office Manager
Marshall Winkeljohn - Shop Foreman
Jeremy Bucy - Technician
Davin Esa - Technician
Let us know when we can be of service.
770-427-1745
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Need Tires?
Michelin, Yokohama, Toyo, Cooper, Bridgestone and more are available.
Call Jonathan for a quote.
770-427-1745
Remember:
4 wheel alignment
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1326 Cobb Parkway North
Marietta, GA 30062
770-427-1745
Fax 770-427-0786
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Remember: Maintenance cost less than repairs. Maintenance can be scheduled. Repairs and breakdowns never happen at a convenient time.
A well-maintained vehicle is a dependable vehicle.
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Greetings!
Don't you just love fall. I do. The temperatures have dropped and the air smells fresh and clean. Great convertible weather. Fall festivals are everywhere. I hope you enjoyed the last newsletter with all the activities in our area. Have a safe and fun Halloween.
Drive Safely, Sherry Richardson P.S. Our warranty on vehicle service has been extended to 18 months or 18,000 miles instead of the industry standard of 12 months or 12,000 miles. Your repeat business and referrals are greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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10 Things to Check to Winterize your Vehicle
- Coolant Protection Level - water freezes at 32 degrees F. Coolant protection should be -34 degrees F. If you have to add water to your radiator have the coolant protection level checked to make sure it is at -34 degrees F.
- Engine Oil - in Georgia use the same weight oil year round. 5w20 and 5w30 weight oil can be used year round. Change your oil every 3,000 miles for standard oil and every 5,000 miles if you use synthetic oil.
- Windshield wipers and washer fluid - Make sure your wipers clean your window. Nothing worse than not being able to see during a storm.
- Battery and charging system - Cold weather will kill a weak battery quickly. If your vehicle hesitates when starting, have the battery and charging system checked. Nothing worse than a vehicle that won't start on a cold winter morning.
- Is it time for a tune up or major service? Once a year or every 15,000 miles a major service or intermediate major service is recommended.
 - Check belts and hoses - Belts can be checked by looking for fine line cracks. Hoses deteriorate from the inside/out. If the hose is swollen or mushy when you squeeze it, replace the hose before it starts to leak.
- Check brakes and tires - Have your brakes checked by a professional so that you know what percentage of brake pad/shoe is left. Check tires for nails; make sure there is plenty of tread with no bald spots or steel belts showing.
- Check exhaust system - With the heater on and the windows shut tight, an exhaust leak can make you sick or be fatal. If the exhaust system rattles or you see rust, have the exhaust system checked to see if it needs to be replaced.
- If your vehicle is four-wheel drive make sure it is working before you need it. Also make sure you are familiar with the procedure to engage four-wheel drive on your vehicle.
- Carry an emergency kit inside your car:
a) A flashlight, flares and a first-aid kit.
b) Jumper cables and a tool kit. Tire chains if needed.
c) A blanket, warm clothes and gloves.
d) Paper towels.
e) A bag of abrasive material, such as sand, salt or non-clumping kitty litter. Use this for added traction when a tire is stuck.
f) An ice scraper. Snow brush and snow shovel if needed.
g) Extra washer fluid.
h) Extra food and water particularly if traveling with children.
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Quiet Hybrids:
An End to Their Sounds of Silence?
The age of the silent hybrid may be coming to an end. Some researchers and safety groups say that quiet operation can pose risks for unsuspecting pedestrians and the blind, who use sound cues.
Advocates for the blind have sought the addition of artificial noises in hybrids for several years, concerned that the expected sales growth of hybrids could lead to more pedestrian fatalities and injuries. National Federation of the Blind states, "Cars got quieter, that was good. Suddenly they got to be so quiet that it added an element of danger."
The government's auto safety agency said in a research report last year that hybrid vehicles are twice as likely to be involved in pedestrian crashes at low speeds compared with cars with conventional engines. Congress is heeding the warnings, adding sound performance requirements for hybrids and electric cars to an auto safety bill being considered after the massive Toyota recalls.
Automakers helped develop the proposal in Congress and are moving forward with new artificial sounds that will be emitted from electric cars and future hybrid models.
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Honda Plans Electric Vehicle - Plug-in Hybrid
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Honda will start selling an electric vehicle as well as a plug-in hybrid in 2012 in the United States and Japan, joining the race to manufacture green cars in which rivals have already taken slight leads. Honda Motor Co. President Takanobu Ito states, "Honda has no future unless we achieve significant reduction in CO2 emissions. The next 10 years will be a true test for Honda's survival." |
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Thank you for your patronage. You are a valued customer.
Drive safely,
Sherry Richardson
Alan Cox Automotive
P.S. Remember: Refer a new customer and you both receive a Free mini service. Have your friend tell Nick you referred them.
P.P.S. Text ACA to 90210 to receive a text for your next oil change reminder.
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