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The Informative Newsletter of Alan Cox Automotive  

                                                  December, 2010 

In This Issue
Free Air Pressure Check Kit
Christmas Tree Safety Tips
Electric Car sets 307 mph Speed Record
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Check out the link below for a great article on page 31 by yours truly.  Enjoy...

 

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Remember:  Maintenance cost less than repairs.  Maintenance can be scheduled.  Repairs and breakdowns never happen at a convenient time.
 
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Christmas gift suggestions:

 

To your enemy, forgiveness.

To an opponent, tolerance.

To a friend, your heart.

To a customer, service.

To all, charity.

To every child, a good example.

To yourself, respect.

Oren Arnold 

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Greetings!

I love the holiday season and spending time with family and friends.

As 2010 comes to a close, take time to count your blessings and be thankful for what you have. We are certainly thankful to all of our wonderful customers. Remember we are here for you. Let us know when we can be of assistance to you and yours.
Alan Cox Automotive  will be closed:
December 24, Christmas Eve at noon
December 25, Christmas Day closed
January 1, 2011, New Year's Day closed

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our family to yours.
   
Drive Safely,

Sherry RichardsonSherry
 
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Christmas Tree Safety Tips  
by National Fire Protection Association
Each year, fire departments respond to an average of 210 structure fires caused by Christmas trees. Carefully decorating Christmas trees can help make your holidays safer.   
 
Picking the tree
  • If you have an artificial tree, be sure it is labeled, certified, or identified by the manufacturer as fire retardant.
  • Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched.

Placing the tree

  •  Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 1-2" from the base of the trunk.
  • Make sure the tree is at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents or lights.
  • Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit.
  • Add water to the tree stand. Be sure to add water daily.

Lighting the Tree

  • Use lights that have the label of an independent testing laboratory. Some lights are only for indoor or outdoor use, but not both.
  • Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Connect no more than three strands of mini string sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs.
  • Never use lit candles to decorate the tree.
  • Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed.
  • After Christmas   
    Chipper
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    • Get rid of the tree when it begins dropping needles. Dried-out trees are a fire danger and should not be left in the home or garage, or placed outside against the home.
    • Check with your local community to find a recycling program. Cobb County has a recycle program "Bring One for the Chipper" Call 770-528-1135 or visit  Keep Cobb Beautiful .
    • Bring outdoor electric lights inside after the holidays to prevent hazards and make them last.
    Electric car sets 307 mph speed record at Bonneville Salt Flats

    A team of Ohio State University students that set out to build the fastest electric car on the planet is heading home with a broken clutch and a big grin. 

     

    The Buckeye Bullet was clocked on Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats at speeds averaging 307 mph, which could set a new record if it is verified by the governing body of motorsports. 

     

    The old record for an electric car was 246 mph.

     

    "We've been at this for 16 years now and have our newest lithium-ion powered vehicle out," team manager David Cooke said. Cooke also states "our vehicle was capable of going much faster." The effort to reach higher speeds ended after three runs on August 24, when a clutch that connects the powerful motor to a gearbox ripped apart.

     

    The car was designed by Ohio State's Center for Automotive Research, which is refining technology for electric cars of the future. They have surpassed every car company in the world. The Buckeye Bullet used nearly 1,600 compact lithium-ion batteries, the kind that power laptops.  Who knew...

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    Sherry Richardson
    Alan Cox Automotive
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