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By Samantha Gomez, Service Drive Manager It’s time to charge up that A/C. Don’t wait until it is too late! As Texas introduces us to the summertime heat, it is important that your vehicle’s air conditioning system is in full operation. There’s nothing worse than getting into a hot car on a 100 o day and having an inoperable A/C system. Air conditioning systems are designed to keep your passengers cool and comfortable. It is not uncommon for a vehicle’s air conditioning system to go untouched and unmaintained until it stops working all together. Volkswagen recommends that you check your vehicle’s air conditioning system annually to identify any malfunctions. Sometimes waiting until the system completely stops working can cost you much more in both time and money. And don’t forget that getting stuck in the heat with no A/C is almost unbearable. Our Volkswagen Certified Technicians can inspect, evaluate, and recharge the A/C system to ensure that your air conditioning blows cold! Take advantage of our Summer A/C special. During an A/C Service and Performance Check, the technician will evacuate the refrigerant and recharge to proper levels, check belts and hoses, check proper operation of A/C system components, check for leaks and add dye when necessary, check blower operation and vent temperatures, and perform a system performance test. We will also replace the ventilation pollen/cabin filter to help optimize the cool air flow and interior air quality. If you haven't had your AC system serviced in a while, give us a call at 512-681-3500 and we would be glad to help you. Summertime Tip: To help maintain cooler temperatures inside your vehicle, we recommend utilization of an interior Genuine Volkswagen Sun Shade. Studies have shown that interior temperatures can decrease by 40 o or more with the use of this product. We do sell custom fit Sun Shades in our Service Department.

Holy Smokes, Volkswagen has opened a Thanksgiving Buffet of deals for the month of November. Three HUGE sale events are happening now. “Sign then Drive” Event* is back! No “ first payment due at signing”. Practically all we need is your signature. Volkswagen started this event many years ago. Its success rate has been so great that many other brands have attempted to copy. This is the easiest, fastest way to get into a new vehicle. Have leasing questions? Let us know. With our total transparent leasing process, we want no questions left unanswered. We’re glad to help but hurry, the event will expire and the best inventory will go first. Tax Credits: Volkswagen Credit, Inc. (VCI) has announced tax credits on all lease contracts for all model lines. This could save you THOUSANDS! Just ask our employees, this is when they get their new cars! Without sales tax, a payment is considerably less. No payments until next year! With 45 days to first payment, your first payment will not be due until 2022. Trade in your ride, skip that payment, have extra Christmas cash! Hewlett Volkswagen just received a huge allocation of new vehicles making our selection better than we’ve seen in many months. Obviously with these three deals out there, the best will go first. We’re out to break records for the month of November and with these deals, the timing to get that new Volkswagen you’ve always wanted could not be better. Come test drive your next vehicle today, we look forward to seeing you!

By Samantha Gomez, Service Drive Manager Did you know that October is the official Fall Car Care Month designated by the Car Care Council? Car Care months are designed to bring awareness and attention to the importance of regular car care and preventative maintenance. In the fall, we can expect falling leaves and falling temperatures. Getting your vehicle ready for these conditions is important. Before you know it, cooler weather will be here. You know, sweater weather! Here are some items that you should have checked and inspected as the hot Texas summer months can take a toll on our vehicles. 1) Check your fluids - Much like your body, your vehicle needs fluids to keep it running. Assuring your oil is topped off is important for internal engine lubrication and other components. Coolant mixture content and level is important to help keep your vehicle cool to avoid overheating concerns. Washer fluid is a must to keep your driving visibility clear. 2) Check your tires and pressures - As we work our way into the cooler temperatures, cold air can cause your tires to lose air. Colder air is denser, which makes your vehicle less aerodynamic; and lower tire pressures can increase your rolling resistance. This is one reason why it is important to have good tread on your tires. 3) Check your battery - Did you know that a battery in lower temperatures produces less current than in higher temperatures? That is why it’s important to assure your battery is in good health. The last position anyone would want to be in is stuck in the cold. At Hewlett VW, we will check your battery for you anytime at no cost. 4) Wipers -  Wipers are most important and most forgotten. In a lot of cases wipers are replaced when they fall apart. But why wait till then? Damaged wipers can lead to visibility concerns and often result in a scratched windshield that must be replaced. At Hewlett Volkswagen, we will happily install new windshield wipers for you. At minimum, it Is best to replace your wiper blades once a year. 5) Brake system - Slippery weather is around the corner. Keep your brakes functioning by inspecting them for wear. Brake fluids should also be checked regularly for moisture content percentage. If moisture content is high this can contaminate the system. A contaminated brake system will impair a vehicles ability to stop and may cause corrosion to system components. 6) Lights - It’s important to check all exterior lights, brake lights, headlights, license plate lights, hazard lights, etc., at least once each year. As the days become shorter, you may find yourself depending more on your vehicle’s lighting system. It is important for you to be able to see and the people around you to be able to see you. 7) Pack a winter car care kit - Be better prepared for obstacles and/or emergencies. A winter car care kit should contain: a flashlight and extra batteries, roadside kit, umbrella, blanket, hat and gloves, water, multi-tool, first aid kit and ice scraper. 8) Schedule time for fall car care - It is always easy to talk about taking care of our vehicles but the most important thing is getting it done! Feel free to take advantage of our Complimentary Pit Stop Service or Multi-point Inspection. We would be happy to check any of these items for you, anytime! No appointment necessary, no purchase required. We look forward to seeing you! Safe travels.