Fall Driving Tips

It’s that time of year again where the leaves are bursting with color and attracting people from all over. Leaf peeping is beautiful and relaxing, but it is still important to pay attention to the road and potential hazards. We can enjoy all the vibrant roadside colors while remaining safe. Let’s take a look at a few fall driving tips to ensure you have the best experience possible while on the road.

Caution Wet Leaves

Pay extra attention to the road and obstructions that may exist. Leaves will be falling and blowing all around, so make sure you are aware of the road ahead. Leaves that coat the road can become dangerous especially when wet. When wet they can be just as dangerous as ice causing poor stopping power and maneuverability. In addition to fewer leaves providing slippery roads, they may also cause poor visibility of road markings. Use your discretion when you notice leaves are abundant because they may cover up painted lines, manhole covers, potholes, and other hazards that may damage your vehicle.

Too Much Sun

Keep an extra pair of sunglasses in the car. During the fall months, the sun is rising and setting at different times. This causes more glare on your daily commute that is not only annoying but could prove to be hazardous. Make use of those sunglasses and don’t forget your sun visor will greatly help. Less daylight means that you will be using your lights more often. Make sure all functions and bulbs are working properly to stay safe on the roadways.

Check Your Defroster

Fall is that in-between time of the year where it is warm during the day and the temperature falls at night. As fall progresses there may even be a slight frost at night. Make sure your defroster is working properly and that you have a sufficient means of removing the frost so you can safely drive. You don’t want to be that person looking through a small hole that you managed to defrost as you drive down the road. Also, make sure to get a windshield washer fluid that contains a defrosting agent. It will help greatly and save you a couple of steps.

Deer Crossing

One of the most important changes in the fall months is the increase of deer activity. As we know deer can cause a lot of damage to our vehicles so it is important to be extra cautious as it is the breeding season for deer and they will be highly active. Deer are less cautious during the breeding season and take more chances crossing roadways. Keep an eye out for deer all day but mostly during sunrise and sunset hours.

Braintree FD Charity Golf Tournament Raises Nearly $40,000

Braintree, MA– The Braintree Fire Department announced their fourth annual charitable
golf tournament fundraiser raised nearly $40,000 which will be used to benefit several
local charities, individuals, and families in Braintree.

James O’Brien, one of the event organizers, Friends of Braintree Firefighters, said the
event was a success and well-attended at the Braintree Municipal Golf Course, where
they hosted 156 golfers and attracted several corporate sponsors.

Quirk Auto Dealers was one of the companies involved in this year’s fund-raising efforts
and contributed $5,000.00 for the event.

“We thank all of our sponsors for their generous donations, in particular, our friends at
Quirk Auto, Brewster Ambulance, Peter & Heather Thompson, Clements Property
Investments, Olde Towne Realty, and many more. Your generosity will help individuals
and families affected by COVID and other unfortunate circumstances.”, said O’Brien.

Several charities benefiting include, The Sun Will Rise Again Foundation, in memory of
Nick Bean, The Marge Crispin Center, Out of the Darkness Foundation for Suicide
Prevention and a few others.

To learn how to make a donation, contact the Friends of Braintree Firefighters, Doug
Bosse at dbosse22@yahoo.com.

Cruising Downtown – Annual Car Show in Manchester, NH!

Cruising DowntownRaises Nearly $85,000 for YouthPrograms in Manchester

Manchester,NH–Car enthusiasts were delighted with hundreds of vehicles that were on display this past weekend at the 20th Anniversary Cruising Downtown car show in Manchester.

The milestone marking the the20-year anniversary was reflective for many attendees as they paid homage to Cruising Downtown’sevent co-founder founder Ronald Fournier, owner of Ron’s Toy Shop, who passed away this past February after a decade long battle with cancer.

Quirk Auto Dealers was one of the main event sponsors and had a few vehicles on display for the car show. Event organizers said that nearly $85,000 was raised to support children and youth programs in the city.

Fournier’s son Mattsaidhis father was a drag-racing enthusiast who had a deep love for automobiles and the idea for Cruising Downtown originated with an intent to bring the community together and raise money for charity.

This year being the first event without the elder Fournier, his son Matt said, “It was definitely a tough weekend, and bittersweet. It was great to see the community remember my dad and thank our family for all the hard work that goes into the annual Cruising Downtown event. Mayor Craig dedicated September 4in my dad’s memory and called it the Ronald Fournier Day. It was an honor we won’t forget.”

Volkswagen Welcomes Compact Taos

The Taos is Volkswagen’s newest compact SUV and starts at an affordable $22,995. The Taos combines just the right size with 4MOTION AWD and a turbocharged engine to give you an exclusive experience. The exhilarating turbocharged engine is backed by a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission to ensure your daily drive is nothing short of smooth. The 4MOTION Active Control will sustain confidence with Snow Mode, On-Road Mode, Off-Road Mode, and Off-Road Custom Mode.

Stay in tune with the Taos through the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. Control interior temperatures with the available remote start to ensure your passengers are comfortable when entering no matter the season. Keeping those in your vehicle safe as well as those around you is always important. Do so easily with the aid of the Driver Assistance features like Dynamic Road Sign Display, Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert, Park Distance Control with Maneuver Braking, and Light Assist.