Fuel efficiency is atop every driver’s priority list all the time. Highly efficient vehicles benefit everybody. Drivers save money at the pumps, automakers can increase sales, and the planet breathes easier. With all of that said, there are some common misconceptions and myths about gas mileage that should be cleared up. Check them out below.  Read the rest of this entry >>

Navigating service guides and manuals can be tough, but luckily, Nissan has a comprehensive website available for car owners to find the information they are looking for. The online service guides are extremely helpful, albeit slightly confusing to use at first. Interested in learning how to use and navigate through Nissan’s online service guides? Keep reading and we’ll give you a step-by-step!  Read the rest of this entry >>

Driving can be stressful and dangerous in the best of conditions, but everything is amplified when the weather is bad. Snow and ice create slippery roads, while road salt can make it hard to see out your windshield. If you’re preparing to head out on a winter road trip, you are going to want to pay special attention to your vehicle’s needs before hitting the road. Keep reading to learn our best tips and tricks for getting your car ready for a wintertime road trip!  Read the rest of this entry >>

If you’ve ever driven on a snowy day when road conditions are a bit slippery, you’ve probably felt your vehicle slip or slide while on the pavement. All-season tires are capable of handling slightly snowy conditions, but if you live in an area that consistently has more than an inch or two of snow on the ground, we highly recommend looking into a set of snow tires. But what are the differences between regular tires and snow tires? Read on to find out!  Read the rest of this entry >>

The winter season doesn’t officially kick off for a little over a week, but that hasn’t stopped winter weather from making its first appearance here in Dayton. The harsher conditions create new dangers for drivers on the road, so it’s vitally important to have a dedicated winter roadside emergency kit packed safely in your vehicle while traveling. But what should you pack in the winter emergency kit? Read on to find out!  Read the rest of this entry >>

Shopping for a new vehicle presents a dizzying array of decisions that need to be made, but it’s important to our team here at Matt Castrucci Nissan to help car shoppers have the best experience possible. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you may feel overwhelmed, stressed out, or just downright over it. While we hope that’s not the case, we put together a few of our top tips and tricks that make shopping for a new car a little bit easier. Keep reading and we’ll fill you in on everything you need to know!  Read the rest of this entry >>

If you have ever tried to sell or trade in a car, you know just how absurdly much your car’s value can depreciate. Just based on simple economics and how the market works, your car’s value will inevitably dip after you purchase it. However, that’s not to say there aren’t ways you can minimize your car’s deprecation in value.

When you’re looking for a new car, you have to main options for how to pay for the vehicle: you can either lease the vehicle for a specified amount of time or you can finance the vehicle until you completely own it. So how do you determine which of these two options would fit your budget and needs the best? That’s what you have us for! Keep reading and we’ll fill you in on everything you need to know!