{"id":344,"date":"2019-09-19T20:08:05","date_gmt":"2019-09-19T20:08:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/?p=344"},"modified":"2019-09-19T20:08:05","modified_gmt":"2019-09-19T20:08:05","slug":"tips-for-taking-on-your-next-test-drive-schenectady-ny","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/information\/tips-for-taking-on-your-next-test-drive-schenectady-ny\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips For Taking On Your Next Test Drive | Schenectady, NY"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"blog_title\">\n<h1><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"blog_image\" src=\"https:\/\/clients.oomdo.com\/blog_dev\/images\/53.jpg\" \/><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in the market for a like-new vehicle, then Mohawk Auto Center is the place to be! The professionals at Mohawk Auto want to help match you with the perfect vehicle for you and your family\u2019s needs. Plus, with winter right around the corner, you\u2019re going to want to make sure your vehicle can get you from point A to point B without any issues!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, before you settle on your dream ride, be sure to schedule a test drive with us! Test drives are a crucial part of your car buying experience, and although many of us get distracted with new features and technology, there is a lot more you should be looking out for. So what should you be checking for? Let us tell you! Take a peek at our tips below for all the information you\u2019ll need to conquer your next test drive!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before You Go To The Dealership:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do your research. Find a handful of vehicles that you are interested in, match your budget, and meet your criteria<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to bring in your driver\u2019s license and proof of insurance so that you don\u2019t need to come back another day\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research financing options or get pre-approved using our easy to use online application\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Test Drive A Car:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The test drive starts before you take the car out on the road, keep an eye out for dents, cracks, rust, nicks, cracks, etc. especially when test driving a used vehicle\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the tires for remaining tread and signs of uneven wear\u00a0 (checking for poor alignment)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tryout the turning signals and brake lights\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once You Start The Car:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t hit the gas just yet! Idle for a minute or two to listen to the engine. Be sure to listen for troubling noises like rattling, clicking, whining\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn the radio on and play around with the volume, buttons, and don\u2019t be afraid to ask for assistance with setup. Or have them walk through all the functions with you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check other features like the heat and A\/C<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep an eye on the dashboard to ensure all the gauges are working properly as the car warms up<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, pay attention to your comfort. Are the seats comfortable for long drives? Do you like the material?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once You Hit The Gas:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay attention to how the vehicle drives in stop and go traffic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to ask about the MPG and other driving features\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t be afraid to handle rough road to see how the vehicle handles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask to hit the highway to see if the vehicle slows and speeds up smoothly\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen carefully when you\u2019re driving on the highway. Hear any squeaks, whines or rattles behind the sound of the engine?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If possible, drive up and down a hill to verify that the car upshifts and downshifts appropriately<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you\u2019ve got the tips you need, make sure we have the car you want! Browse our available inventory, now! And remember to schedule your test drive today so you can take on your next adventure sooner!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row blog_row\">\n<div class=\"cta\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/testdrive.aspx?type=Used\"><button class=\"cta_button\">Schedule A Test Drive Today!<\/button><\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"social-media\"><a><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"find-us-live\" src=\"https:\/\/clients.oomdo.com\/blog_dev\/images\/find-us.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class='bookmarkify'><a name='bookmarkify'><\/a><div class='linkbuttons'><a href='http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share.php?u=https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/information\/tips-for-taking-on-your-next-test-drive-schenectady-ny\/' title='Save to Facebook' onclick='target=\"_blank\";' rel='nofollow'><img src='https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/wp-content\/plugins\/bookmarkify\/facebook.png' style='width:16px; height:16px;' alt='[Facebook] ' \/><\/a> <a href='http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/information\/tips-for-taking-on-your-next-test-drive-schenectady-ny\/&title=Tips For Taking On Your Next Test Drive | Schenectady, NY' title='Share on LinkedIn' onclick='target=\"_blank\";' rel='nofollow'><img src='https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/wp-content\/plugins\/bookmarkify\/linkedin.png' style='width:16px; height:16px;' alt='[LinkedIn] ' \/><\/a> <a href='http:\/\/twitter.com\/home\/?status=Tips For Taking On Your Next Test Drive | Schenectady, NY+https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/information\/tips-for-taking-on-your-next-test-drive-schenectady-ny\/' title='Save to Twitter' onclick='target=\"_blank\";' rel='nofollow'><img src='https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/wp-content\/plugins\/bookmarkify\/twitter.png' style='width:16px; height:16px;' alt='[Twitter] ' \/><\/a> <a href='http:\/\/bookmarks.yahoo.com\/toolbar\/savebm?opener=tb&amp;u=https:\/\/www.mohawkautocenter.com\/blogs\/517\/information\/tips-for-taking-on-your-next-test-drive-schenectady-ny\/&amp;t=Tips For Taking On Your Next Test Drive | Schenectady, NY' title='Save to Yahoo! 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