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Study Up On School Safety

School’s back in session, so now’s an excellent time for a tutorial on driving safely in and around school zones.

Our friends at AAA, a fantastic resource for safe and enjoyable motoring, provided these 9 important school zone safety tips:

Be Alert. Watch for signs, crossing guards and other indications that you’re approaching a school zone.

Drive Distraction-Free. Keep your eyes on the road, not on your cellphone, radio dial or the morning newspaper. AAA research shows that taking your eyes off the road for just two seconds doubles your chance of crashing.

Slow Down. School zone speed limits are intentionally set low for several good reasons:

  • Children are unpredictable (they may dart into the street unexpectedly) and have difficulty gauging the distance and speed of an approaching car.
  • Lower speeds significantly reduce the likelihood of fatal accidents. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling at a reduced school zone speed of 25 mph is nearly 66% less likely to be killed than a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling just 10 mph faster.

Stop for School Buses Loading or Unloading Students. Resist temptation to save a little time by driving around a school bus with its lights flashing red and stop sign extended. Doing so is unsafe and against the law. While laws vary by state, it’s safe to assume you must stop behind a school bus with its lights flashing red and stop sign extended if you are in the same lane or an adjacent lane (either in the same direction or an opposite direction) or if the bus is at an intersection you’re approaching.

Come to a Complete Stop. According to AAA, research shows that more than one-third of drivers roll through stop signs in school zones or neighborhoods.

Back Out of Driveways Slowly. In many neighborhoods, children are walking to school during the morning commute. So, be sure to back out of your driveway slowly and watch for little ones.

Be Especially Cautious Around Young Bicyclists. Anyone who has seen young cyclists riding in the neighborhood knows they can be a little wobbly and very unpredictable. So, pass them slowly and allow a wide berth — at least three feet between the bicyclist and your vehicle. If your child rides a bike to school, make sure the child wears a properly fitted bicycle helmet every time.

Make Sure You Can See and That You Can Be Seen. Our days are getting shorter and rain is making its way back into the forecast. So, take a few seconds now to double-check that all of your vehicle’s lights and signals are functioning correctly and that your windshield wipers are cleaning your windshield well.

Our Famous 18-Point Full-Service Oil Change includes a complimentary check of your lights, signals and windshield wipers. Our trained technicians will be happy to replace burned out bulbs and worn-out wiper blades.

Talk to Your Teen Driver. AAA notes that car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the United States and nearly one in four fatal crashes involving teen drivers occur during the after-school hours of 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Get tips to help your teen drive safely at TeenDriving.AAA.com

 

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July Anniversaries: Another Vintage Year in McMinnville

McMinnville, as the local Chamber of Commerce proudly pronounces, is “the epicenter of all the best of Oregon’s Willamette Valley: wine, food, culture, lodging and recreation.”
Centrally located less than an hour from Portland and the Oregon coast, McMinnville most definitely boasts a wonderful quality of life and a variety of interesting destinations that draw visitors from throughout the country.
Once home to a thriving turkey farming industry, McMinnville now enjoys a well-earned reputation as a world-class wine destination.
Surrounded by scenic and productive vineyards, McMinnville is home to dozens of wineries. Every July, it hosts the world-renowned International Pinot Noir Celebration, which attracts wine fans and pinot noir producers from throughout the world.
While the local wines are, indeed, amazing, there’s a lot more to do in McMinnville.
When planning your itinerary, be sure to include Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, where you can see Howard Hughes’ enormous Spruce Goose, manned and unmanned spacecraft, and a Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird – and enjoy the thrills of a world-class aquatic park. Also set aside time to enjoy lovely downtown McMinnville and check out the landmark Hotel Oregon, operated by the uniquely Oregon McMenamins group.
Oil Can Henry’s laid down roots in McMinnville 18 years ago, opening the service center on Highway 99. Gregg and Jill Peters purchased the center three years ago and have steadily grown its success by providing quick, convenient and thorough oil changes and preventive maintenance services that drivers trust.
Congratulations to Gregg, Jill and their team of precision technicians on another vintage year in McMinnville! And, a tip of our Gatsby cap to the eight other Oil Can Henry’s centers also celebrating July anniversaries:

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From Our Customers: I’m Done Doing My Own Oil Changes

This was my first time using an oil change service.
I have always done my own because I’m paranoid about some buffoon stripping my oil pan drain plug. But I needed my (transmission) fluid changed and they have the equipment to completely remove the old fluid. While I was having that done, I had them do an oil change, too.
I was very pleased with the service, the courtesy of the workers and the cleanliness of the environment. I got to sit in my car and read a complimentary newspaper while they worked.  Additionally, they checked all my lights and other fluids.
I think I’m done doing my own oil changes.
~ Jimmy Y.
via Yelp

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June Anniversaries: Lacey Has It All

062_Lacey_Image_006-300x200Championship golf courses. Five freshwater lakes. 3,700-acres of wildlife refuge. Outstanding schools. A healthy economy. And, easy access to the decision makers in Olympia, Washington’s state capitol. Lacey has it all. Heck, the south Puget Sound community even has two Oil Can Henry’s service centers!
Nine years ago, the father-and-son team of Jack and John Methven opened their first Oil Can Henry’s service center on Marvin Road S.E. in Lacey. Six months later, they opened a second center 6.5 miles to the southeast at theintersection of Yelm Highway S.E. and College Street S.E..
Both centers have built a loyal following by providing attentive service that’s quick, yet thorough. Our congratulations to Jack, John and the hard-working, trained technicians who earn drivers’ trust day in and day out. Keep up the great work!
We also salute the seven other Oil Can Henry’s centers celebrating June anniversaries:

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From Our Customers: An OCD Vehicle Owner’s Dream

photo-300x225I just wanted to say how impressed I was with your company’s service.
I had never been to an Oil Can Henry’s before. Being able to chill in the truck and keep an eye on your guys via the TV monitor is an OCD vehicle owner’s dream. Wonderful, absolutely wonderful.
On top of that, the guy I dealt with, Tim, was incredibly professional, courteous and knew his stuff off the top of his head.
It was so refreshing to see.
If only you had locations in Florida, where I’m moving next month…
~ Christopher G.

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Anniversaries: A Lot to Like About Grants Pass

OCH-Grants-Pass-296x300Nestled on the banks of Oregon’s storied Rogue River, Grants Pass is renowned for its unparalleled access to the great outdoors. The city is among the greatest places in America for whitewater rafting, hiking and fishing.
But there’s much more to Grants Pass. This wonderful community also delights visitors and residents alike with a vibrant, art-centered downtown area; 20 parks; and a variety of annual festivals.
Grants Pass began to develop in earnest back in 1880, when the Oregon-California Railroad was constructed through Josephine County. Timber began to fall and foundation of major industry. As the city continued to grow and leaders looked to diversify the local economy, tourism became increasingly important. Today’s historic downtown is a fun, pedestrian-friendly atmosphere.
Southern Oregon native Chris Bixler brought Oil Can Henry’s to Grants Pass 15 years ago, opening a service center at 840 N.E. E Street. Just six months later, Chris opened a second location, 104 miles to the east in Klamath Falls.
Working out of their busy service center next to the Grants Pass Shopping Center, Chris and his team of knowledgeable technicians have earned drivers’ loyalty with their quick, convenient and thorough service.
If you ever find yourself in Grants Pass or Klamath Falls and in need of vehicle maintenance you can trust, stop in at Oil Can Henry’s. Chris and his team will be more than happy to assist you with your needs.
We’re also excited to congratulate the eight other centers also celebrating April anniversaries:

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From Our Customers: Totally Amazed by the Service

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I just recently moved from Elk Grove, California, and did not know where to go to get my oil changed. Then I saw your service on my way to work, so I stopped in to see about it.
I was totally amazed by the service and how I can see everything that is being done with my car, and not (be) stuck in a building just waiting for my car.
We have nothing like this where I came from and I will always go to Henry’s from now on. I have told many about this service as well. Thank you for having a great affordable company and great service.
~ Carol W.
Roseburg, OR

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