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1. Vol. 2 , March 2009
Time to Warm Up! from Bruce Rebalsky, your guy at Springhurst Chevrolet
Dear friends and valued customers,
Well if you’re like me, you’re just
about sick and tired of cold toes!
As if the news each day isn’t
enough to keep everyone hiding
Good news for those of us thinking of buying a car, Senator Barbara under the covers, the cold and ice
Mikulski, D-Md has looked out for us. The Senate has approved the is the icing on the cake.
inclusion of Mikulski’s Auto Assistance Ownership Amendment in the My colleagues and I here at Springhurst Chevrolet
economic stimulus package President Obama signed earlier this continue to be optimistic about the underlying strength
week. of the American economy and of Americans in general:
as my Mom used to say, “we’re made of tough stuff.” But
According to Senator Mikulski, the even the ‘tough’ enjoy a bit of good news, which is how
amendment is not only targeted at saving we saw Senator Mikulski’s Auto Assistance Ownership
American jobs abut at “helping families buy Amendment to the recently signed stimulus package.
“Of course you did,” you say, “you sell cars!” Well sure,
the cars they need to get to work and take we see the benefit for us, but to be honest we’re deeply
their kids to school.quot; pleased that our customers who need a safer or more
reliable car or even those who have worked hard and
deserve a luxurious ride have a little help getting it.
Speaking of snow and ice, I worry about you guys! So
excerpted from a USA TODAY online article I’ve included a few tips I found at www.weather.com
by Your Money columnist Sandra Block about how to safely drive on snow and ice…….although
I’d like to not see any again any time soon!
These days, most workers would welcome even a small increase in
Enjoy, be safe, and come and see me some time soon.
their paychecks. Still, a $400 tax credit probably isn’t going to cause
Bruce!
a lot of cash-strapped families to do a happy dance around the
kitchen table. Most workers will end up with an extra $8 a week.
Doing our part to build on the
But the $787 billion economic stimulus package, which President
Obama is expected to sign Tuesday, contains numerous provisions
benefits included in the new
that could save you much more than that, depending on your
sAmulus packager, we conAnue
circumstances. Here’s a closer look at who stands to gain from the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act…………
to offer 0% interest on select
New car buyers. Purchasers of new cars and trucks will be allowed
vehicles and of course just about
to deduct sales or excise taxes. This is an above-the-line deduction,
the most aHracAve pricing you’ll
so you don’t have to itemize to claim it.
ever see.
The deduction is limited to sales tax on purchases of up to $49,500.
The deduction phases out for single taxpayers with adjusted gross
So if you are thinking of a new or
income of more than $125,000 and married taxpayers whose AGI
exceeds $250,000.
even a top‐notch used car, now
The amount you save will depend on your states sales tax rate and
is a great Ame to come in and
the price of your car or truck. If your state imposes a 4% sales tax
talk.
and your car costs $40,000, the deduction will reduce your adjusted
gross income by $1,600 says tax publisher CCH.
We’ve got inventory and deals.
The deduction is limited to car and truck purchases made between
Even the people at the bank are
the date the bill becomes law and December 31, says Tom
Ochsenschlager, vice president of taxation for the American Institute
loosening up!
of Certified Public Accountants.
So come see me at Springhurst
Chevrolet, where you can
‘Expect the Best.’

2. Vol. 2, page 2 March 2009
Time to Warm Up! from Bruce Rebalsky, your guy at Springhurst Chevrolet
KEEPING YOU SAFE: Driving in Snow and Ice
The best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it.
Don't go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to
reach your destination.
If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure your car is prepared and that you know how to handle road conditions.
It’s helpful to practice winter driving techniques in a snowy open parking lot, so you are familiar with how your car handles. Consult your owners
manual for tips specific to your vehicle.
Driving safety on icy roads
1. Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between
you and the car in front of you.
2. Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
3. Turn on your lights to increase your visibility to other motorists.
4. Keep your lights and windshield clean.
5. Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills.
6. Don’t use cruise control or overdrive on icy roads.
7. Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and infrequently traveled roads,
which freeze first. Even at temperatures above freezing, if the conditions are wet,
you might encounter ice in shady areas or on exposed roadways like bridges.
8. Don’t pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and
you’re likely to find the road in front of them worse than the road behind.
9. Don’t assume your vehicle can handle all conditions. Even four-wheel and front-wheel drive vehicles can encounter trouble on winter
roads.
If your rear wheels skid…..
1. Take your foot off the accelerator.
2. Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. If your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they’re sliding right, steer right.
3. If your rear wheels start sliding the other way as you recover, ease the steering wheel toward that side. You might have to steer left and
right a few times to get your vehicle completely under control.
4. If you have standard brakes, pump them gently.
5. If you have anti-lock brakes (ABS), do not pump the brakes. Apply steady pressure to the brakes. Your will feel the brakes pulse – this is
normal.
If your front wheels skid……
1. Take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral, but don’t try to steer immediately.
2. As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As it does, steer in the direction you want to go. Then put
the transmission in “drive” or release the clutch, and accelerate gently.
Sources: National Safety Council, New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, Washington State Government Information and Services
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