Each cell of an automotive battery is filled with pure water that facilitates chemical reactions involving lead acid and hydrogen gas. On a hot day, the fluid level inside the cell could drop because of evaporation and acceleration of reactions.

You will have to add distilled or deionized water to ensure that the battery continues to perform properly during the summer months. It's absolutely critical to avoid tap water or bottled water that might contain impurities, such as minerals and other dissolved chemicals. 

As a responsible automobile owner, you already know that you should check your tires on a regular basis for signs of unusual wear and tear. But did you know that keeping your tires properly inflated is equally as important? Under-inflation can cause dangerous accidents, and over-inflation can cause uneven wear on the tire's surface.

You can check for the proper pressure for your tires either on the doorsill, the glove compartment door or the gas door. 

The demand for used cars is only on the rise. Some argue that is a result of the recession that caused consumers to look into the more cost-efficient second hand market. 

We all want to know all the secrets on how to make our vehicles as fuel-efficient as possible in order to save some cash. Below is a list of 10 ways in which we are confident will help lower gas costs and save you money. Stop wasting your money on gas and start keeping not only your tank full, but also your pockets.

Find your Dream Car at Volvo Santa Monica Buying a car is always a big deal. Here at Volvo Santa Monica, we treat every customer as our priority. Whether you are bringing in your old car for a trade-in, looking at pre-owned vehicles, or you are ready to spend the money on a brand new vehicle that is going to be with you for a long time, we will find that dream car for you. We understand there is a lot that goes in to this process, and Volvo Santa Monica will make sure we handle everything smoothly and professionally…

Getting out for a weekend cruise in the wonderful spring weather is always a great time but, before you head out, it's important to know your vehicle is in good condition to take on the spring roads. If you haven't had any routine maintenance on your vehicle in the last few months, then now is the perfect time to get it checked out with the assistance of our service center experts. You'll get back to the road looking and feeling like new.

 

The weather is warming up, the skies are sunny, and it's officially spring; wouldn't it be a great time to take a road trip with your friends and family? The correct answer is, yes, of course it's a great time to get out and explore! Of course, we know that not everyone in Santa Monica, CA has a vehicle, and not everyone is searching for something brand-new, so we here at Volvo Cars of Santa Monica have the perfect answer: our lineup of affordable used vehicles.

 

At the Volvo Cars of Santa Monica – Volvo Dealership you can now find yourself in an all new luxurious 2018 Volvo XC90 Momentum. This Scandinavian sanctuary of a ride is truly defining what cutting edge innovation is in the crossover SUV industry today.