Anti-Theft Devices Evolve In The 21st Century

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We’re not sure what category this device would fall under beside, odd.

Protect your vehicle

Beyond the feelings of loss and violation you are likely to feel if your car is stolen, you are likely going to have to spend some money and a fair amount of time jumping through the various hoops of dealing with the insurance company and the police department getting everything in order so you can be made whole again. Car theft is a $4.5 billion dollar a year problem in the United States. On average there is a car stolen every 43 seconds in this country and of those only between 40 to 50 percent are ever able to be recovered by law enforcement. However, like most things there are solutions to protect your vehicle and prevent your car from being stolen. Read the rest of this entry >>

New Escpae, Mustang kick off 2014 Model-Year at Western Slope Auto

2014 Ford Models

The 2014 Ford Mustang continues the tradition of performance that its previous versions have set forth.

2014 Ford Models

Around the Western Slope Auto property, we always get a little giddy when it gets to the time of year when the new model-year vehicles start to arrive in the showroom. And luckily for us and you reading this most of all, is that time is now. The class of 2014 Ford models have already began trickling in and it is looking like it is going to be a bumper crop, so to say. Ford Motor Company has always prided itself on providing vehicles with the capability and performance that its customers are looking for. That commitment to fulfilling those needs are directly reflected in the first two offers of new 2014 Ford models now available at Western Slope Auto. Read the rest of this entry >>

Prevent Heatstroke In Children With These Simple Tips

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The inside of vehicle can get very hot, very quickly leaving kids at risk for heatstroke.

Tips for preventing heatstroke

The best part about summer is that it isn’t winter. However, just like anything else, with a new season, will come with a new set of dangers we have to worry about. At the Western Slope Auto Blog we want everyone to be safe during these warm months. And because with the nice weather and the fact that many of our kids will be done with school for the summer, we have to make sure we don’t fall into any bad habits. One of the biggest dangers of combining kids, summer heat and a vehicle is heat stroke or other related illnesses. We have put together these tips for preventing heatstroke. Read the rest of this entry >>

To Protect Off-Road Trails For The Future, We Must Follow The Rules Now

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The Toyota FJ Cruiser is an excellent example of an off-road vehicle.

Tips for off-road driving

It is an undeniable fact that the State of Colorado is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the known world. Because of the various types of terrain that comprise our fair state, taking a four-wheel drive vehicle off the beaten path and searching out some hidden spots is a wonderful way to unwind from the hustle and bustle of our very busy life. Unfortunately, like so many other things in life a few bad apples can spoil it for the rest of us, whether the rule breaking is a result of ignorance or willful disdain for conventions. To help combat this we have put together this list of tips for off-road driving. Read the rest of this entry >>