Halloween is right around the corner and Cadillac of Greenwich has a few tips that will help to keep you and your children safe. Making sure your costumes are a proper fit, mapping out your route before you go out, and examining all of your candy to make sure there hasn’t been any signs of tampering are just a few tips to keep the kiddies safe. Below you will find a full list of tips.

Costumes-Make sure costumes fit and have reflective markings.- Choose face paint rather than a mask that will limit visibility.-Put child’s name and phone number on costume.

Walk safely-Walk do not run.-When crossing the street stop, look, and listen.-Watch for cars backing out of driveways.-Walk on sidewalks or paths.

Check candy-Do not eat candy until it is checked for signs of tampering.-Homemade treats should not be eaten unless absolutely sure they are safe.-Eat treats only in original wrappers.

Safety around the house-Turn on exterior lights.-Do not light candles around walkways, use a battery-operated source instead.-Keep walkways unobstructed and well lit.

Alternative celebrations-Trick or treat at community sponsored events.-Attend a family or friends party instead of trick or treating.

For drivers-Slow down and be alert in neighborhoods.-Enter and exit driveways slowly and watch for pedestrians.

Tips for Trick or Treaters-Map out a route before leaving.-Stay with friends or Parents.-Carry a flashlight and watch where you walk.-Only approach houses with the lights on.-Carry a phone or stay with someone that has one.

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The 2019 Chevrolet Blazer has been revealed and is set to hit stores in early 2019. The new Blazer will offer two rows of seating for five passengers. The Blazer comes with a wide range of interior and exterior options, as well as 20-inch or 21-inch wheels. HID headlamps, 3 available trim levels, chrome accents inside and out, and premium leather and suede microfiber seating surfaces are just a few of the features that make the 2019 Blazer one of the hottest to hit the streets for the new year. The 2019 Blazer has been referred to in the press as being the most luxurious and superbly styled crossovers ever. We know it will live up to its name.

Be one of the first to own this highly anticipated offering by calling Josh Kestenbaum (Our Sales Manager) at (203) 259-5221.

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Maritime Chevrolet was proud to sponsor the Cancer Couch Foundations 3rd annual benefit concert at the Fairfield Theater Company on September 8th. The event included a live auction,raffles, a comedy set from comedian Christine O’Leary, and music from headliners G. Love and Special Sauce. Raffle prizes included 2 round trip Jet Blue tickets, up to $7,500 worth of Allergan Botox and “liquid facelift” Juvederm injectable fillers from the Connecticut Dermatology Group, and a 5 star trip to Italy. “This was a very exciting event for Maritime to sponsor. Not only were we raising money, but we were able to enjoy great music and food, and have fun at the same time,” says Owner/Operator Eric Sandstrom. 100% of the proceeds were donated to fund research for metastatic breast cancer and will be matched by the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

For more information or to learn how you can help, please visit cancercouch.com.

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Buffing, waxing help keep your car looking shiny and new

To keep your car’s paint job looking shiny and new, it’s a good idea to buff and wax it regularly. Doing this will also preserve the value of your car and save you money by reducing the need for more serious maintenance later on.

What’s the difference between buffing and waxing?

Buffing and waxing are often discussed together, but they accomplish different things for a car. Buffing generally comes first and only needs to be done once a year or so, while waxing should be done more often – about every three months, according to Ben Murphy of Popular Mechanics. Murphy also writes that buffing helps restore lightly scratched or weathered surfaces by removing a thin layer of damaged paint. Meanwhile, waxing protects a car’s paint job and helps restore the initial clear coat, resulting in a smooth, gleaming look.

Buffing your car

Before you buff your car, The News Wheel suggests washing, rinsing and drying it thoroughly with a chamois cloth. Cover lights, moldings, badges and other elements with masking tape so they don’t get scuffed in the process. Now you’re ready to buff your car.

Murphy recommends using an electric orbital buffer. You’ll also need buffing pads and buffing compound. Working one small area at a time, evenly apply compound with a pad. Then, apply the electric buffer in steady circles to the area until it turns gleaming and smooth. Be careful to hold the buffer flat so it doesn’t hurt the paint surface. Continue this process until the entire car has been buffed. If this is your first time buffing a car, try practicing on a small, less noticeable spot until you get the hang of it.

If your paint coat is in decent shape, you can use the same process to polish it instead – just use car polish in place of buffing compound.

Waxing your car

To wax your car, you’ll need car wax, an applicator pad and some microfiber cloths. With the pad, use circular motions to evenly apply the wax to the car’s surface. Work in small areas like you did while buffing. Once you’ve applied the wax to an area, wait for it to dry – the recommended time is often printed on the wax container. Then, remove the wax with a microfiber cloth, again using circular motions.

Once you’ve finished waxing your car, remove the masking tape from non-painted surfaces. Then, The News Wheel recommends cleaning the windows and any other areas that may have buffing compound or car wax splattered on them.

If you don’t feel comfortable buffing or waxing your car yourself, you can have these tasks done by a professional. Learning how to do it yourself will save you money in the long run, and you’ll come away with a greater sense of accomplishment. Either way, incorporating buffing and waxing into your normal car maintenance routine is a great way to preserve your car’s looks and improve its lifespan.

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Maritime Chevrolet is proud to be a sponsor of the 10th Annual Fairfield Walk Like MADD event. The dealership will have a team of employees participating in this years walk. As a sponsor, Maritime Chevy is part of the solution to end drunk driving. This is done through educational awareness programs funded by the proceeds from the walk. Every year the MADD organization honors a Fairfield local that was killed by a drunk driver. This year’s walk is dedicated to Matthew Quintiliano Jr. Matthew was killed October 23rd, 1978. By sharing his story, the MADD organization hopes to keep his memory alive along with all the other victims of drunk driving. See below for more information or to sign up for this event:https://www.madd.org/connecticut/event/fairfield-walk-like-madd/

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We all have that certain someone that we would like to send swimming in a dunk tank. Thanks to the Fairfield Police Union, you just might have your chance. On September 25th and 26th, The Fairfield Police Union will be hosting a Dunk a Cop fundraiser. Maritime Chevrolet has partnered up with the Fairfield Police department to provide the “dunkies” for the event. Come out to see our Service Manager, Ralph Casella, go for a swim. Also, who wouldn’t want to see over 20 Fairfield police officers take a dunk for education? The cost is $5.00 for 3 throws. This is an experience you don’t want to miss, literally! . All proceeds from this event will benefit the CT Special Olympics and the Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund. The Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund was established in 2014 and benefits the children of Fairfield Police Officers. Each year, scholarships are awarded to the children of a current Fairfield Police Officers. In addition, the Fairfield High School Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships annually to graduating Fairfield High School seniors who plan to pursue a career in law enforcement or are the children of a Police Officer. To see what officers will be participating or more information on this even go to: https://www.facebook.com/FPDUnion/

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The all-new 2019 Silverado 1500 is stepping on the scene with a bold new look and state of the art technology. It offers fresh engine technology, a diesel engine option, and a total of eight trim levels. Even though the roof, fenders, and bed are once again being made of steel, Chevy is claiming to have cut about 450 pounds from the new model. Its larger body comes with a wheelbase that is 3.9 inches longer than the current model, as well as it’s overall length being 1.6 inches longer than before. Rear-seat comfort has improved in the four-door crew cab due to the trucks larger footprint. The legroom has grown from 40.9 inches to 43.8 inches. The rear seatbacks are big enough for two large storage bins to fit, as well as storage space under the rear seat bottoms.

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Maritime Chevrolet would like to congratulate Master Technician, John Pallerino on receiving another Top Technician in Connecticut Award presented by Chevrolet. He may be in the top 20 for Chevrolet, but he is #1 in our eyes! Thank you for your hard work and continuous dedication, you are truly appreciated.

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Support Maritime Chevy and win big when you participate in our 50/50 Raffle! Customers may purchase 50/50 raffle tickets when they arrive at our CARA Cookout for the Troops on Saturday January 21, 2018. We will be grilling hot dogs, hamburgers, and serving ice cold drinks. The event will also feature live performances by The Caribbean Beach Bums. The winner will receive a gift basket from Jarhead Java, which is a 100% Arabica Colombian gourmet coffee brand. Jarhead Java is also a member of the Semper Fi Fund/America’s Fund for all branches of the military including the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Jarhead Java considers themselves to be the true “Brew” supporter of those who defend the Red, White, and Blue, which makes them the perfect donor for this event.

“We are really excited about this event. It’s a great way for the dealership to give back to the community and all proceeds from the raffle will be donated to the CT National Guard and United Service Organizations CT”, says Sales Manager Josh Kestenbaum.

The United Service Organization, or USO, is an organization that helps to serve the men and women in the U.S. military, and their families, throughout their time in uniform. In addition to donating to this wonderful cause, the dealership will also be offering special savings on vehicles and services all day long. You’re not going to want to miss it!

If you are unable to make it to our cookout on July 21, 2018, please consider making a donation at https://www.crowdrise.com/GHADA-foundation.

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Maritime Chevy is participating in the CARA Cookout for the troops. The dealership will help to raise funds to support the Connecticut National Guard Foundation and USO Connecticut programs and services. This is the second annual Cookout for the Troops, presented by the Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association (CARA), FOX61, Expect More Hope, and Full Power Radio Group. On Saturday, July 21st Maritime Chevrolet will be grilling hamburgers, hot dogs, and more to give out to the community. This cookout will help to give back to thousands of our troop members who are born and raised or stationed in the state of Connecticut. It’s Maritime’s way of saying thank you for serving in the military and protecting us! The dealership will offer special savings on vehicles and services all day long. For information please go to https://www.ctcar.org.

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