Has your car battery been serviced recently? Car batteries experience a lot of wear and tear over the life of a car, especially in extreme temperatures like summer heat. Testing the battery - or, if necessary, getting a new one - can help keep your car running in peak condition.

It's easy to test your car battery yourself with a digital voltmeter. Turn off the ignition and the car lights. Next, connect the positive voltmeter test lead to the positive terminal in the battery and the negative voltmeter test lead.

If the battery isn't holding a charge and has lost…

• Make sure the car is off the road, drive on the rim if needed a few feet to get to a safer location.
• Place the car in park, turn off the engine, lock the emergency brake.
• With the lug wrench, loosen the lugs a turn while the tire still touches the ground.
• Jack the car into the air until the flat…

A tire blowout is a big hazard while driving, and it can happen anywhere and at any time. Knowing how to avoid one helps you to stay safe on the road. The main way to avoid a tire blowout is to regularly check your tire pressure. Also check the tread, looking for spots with excessive wear.

There are a few critical items that you can keep in your car that will allow you to stay safe. Whether you drive remote roads or in the city, staying prepared could reduce your level of stress if something does happen.

In addition to your basic flat tire kit, a can of Fix-a-Flat can let you repair small leaks without having to remove the entire wheel.

Now that we're in the months with the most beautiful weather, the idea of taking a road trip with your friends or family is a very appealing prospect, and we here at Volvo Cars Princeton would love to help you find the ride that best suits your needs! Of course, we know that not all drivers are interested in a brand-new vehicle, and that's why we'd love for you to dive in and explore our wide lineup of used vehicles; as high-quality and reliable as they are affordable, your preferred ride could be just around the corner…

We're well into spring at this point, folks, and we here at Volvo Cars Princeton know that your vehicle deserves some care for the warm months to keep performing well. If it's been a while since you last had your vehicle serviced for some routine maintenance, or if you have more in-depth repairs that are demanding your attention, the friendly technicians here at our service center would love to provide you the care your car deserves.

As the winter manages to hang on for as long as possible, there are some important things we need to do to prepare for any more tough times ahead. Some of these things may include changing the wardrobe and equipping our indoor environment to handle the cold weather. For car owners, you will need to rig your car with the right accessories to push you through the winter season. One of the critical things that you need to change your vehicle is the wiper blades.