Just because the weather is beginning to cool down doesn’t mean we have to forgo outdoor adventures. In fact, Autumn is arguably an even better time to visit your favorite natural areas. We’re positively buzzing just thinking about all of the landscapes washed in rich golds, stunning scarlets, blazing orange, and olive greens. Today, we’re bringing you some of the best autumnal hot spots for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and hiking in Illinois and nearby states. When you’re planning your weekend escapes, you simply must make sure to add some of these gorgeous spots to your itineraries!
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Today is National Tune Up Day! We’ll be covering all of the different items that your service technician and mechanic will perform during an engine tune-up, as well as reiterating mileage service points for your vehicle. It’s important you maintain regular tune-ups and service appointments to ensure that you avoid costly repairs or long-term damage to your vehicle.
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It’s National Eye Health Week and we thought it would be a great time to tie this into driver visibility! Today, we’re going to share some great ways you can improve your visibility and safety while on the road. Greater visibility can help you assess changing road and weather conditions, and thus prevent costly accidents, damages, and injuries.
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We’re bringing you another fun travel guide, this time on National Mini Golf Day! We’ve scoured the country for some of the best and most interesting Mini Golf Courses around. Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, there’s no denying the incredible joy and excitement that comes with a round of Mini Golf. It’s a little bit cheesy, a little bit challenging, and a whole lot of fun, and we know you’ll have a blast if you add any of these to your upcoming road trip itineraries.
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The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival is here! This special harvest festival from East and Southeast Asian cultures is celebrated in mid-September to early October, or during the 8th month of the Lunisolar Calendar. Families come together during this time to celebrate and enjoy the autumn harvests, light special lanterns, and admire the “fullest moon of the year”. This year’s official holiday falls on September 17th, with celebrations happening this weekend in many towns and cities.
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We’re once again expanding our road trip destinations outside the Midwest, but this time we’re headed East! In honor of Mayflower Day, we’re exploring the history of Plymouth, Massachusetts, landing place of the historic Mayflower ship. Located just south of Boston, this historic town is the site of the first Pilgrim Settlement founded in 1620. This quaint New England town is chock full of coastal activities like whale watching, sailing, and boating as well as plenty of top tier dining and shopping, and of course, historical sites! So, hop in your new car from Classic and let’s hit the road to take a deep dive in American history.
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There’s no denying that the Twilight Saga has become a bit of a cultural phenomenon over the last nearly-two decades in publication. From the original series and its spinoffs to numerous popular culture references to memes and now an animated spinoff series, the vampire versus werewolves saga set in the Pacific Northwest has been an indelible part of movie and literature fandoms. Even if you’re not a fan, it’s undeniable how far this iconic saga has permeated our daily lives. Today, in honor of this iconic series, we’re celebrating National Twilighters’ Day with a fun Road Trip Guide for “Twihards”, as the series’ die hard fans are known.
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It’s housekeeping week, so we thought we’d do a little tidying and minding of our vehicles! From important paperwork to cleaning and maintenance tips, you’ll find an easy care guide for maintaining the interior of your vehicle.
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Since car care can be a little overwhelming, we’re bringing you six friendly service tip reminders with some great tips on maintenance checks for Autumn. September is a very busy time for family and friends, and it’s easy to fall behind on car maintenance as work resumes and kids go back to school. Why wait until the weather gets stormy, slippery, and you’re stuck in the lurch? Be sure to schedule an appointment at the service center now with your favorite mechanic, and ask them to check these areas as a starting point.
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Football season is back, baby! We’re happy as a clam to have our favorite sport back on our TVs, our weekend itineraries, and of course can’t wait to throw a tailgating party with our friends. Whether you’re a sports parent sharing in the fun with your kids’ football team or you’re cheering on the teams at your college student’s university, tailgating is where it’s at! Today’s blog highlights some fantastic recipes that will feed a crowd and includes make-ahead and allergen friendly options for friends and family with special dietary restrictions.
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