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All of us at Hendrick MINI encourage you to give police and other first responders extra room when you see them stopped in the breakdown lane for any reason. In fact, it's the law. We will explain.

Every state in America has a Move Over Law. South Carolina created the first one in 1996. Each state's Move Over Law is unique, but they all place the same general expectation on you. When you approach police officers, other public employees and motorists who are stopped on a highway, you must move over one lane. 

Android Auto is the latest in-vehicle technology to take over your infotainment center. Android Auto makes it possible to manage calls, send messages and use all of your favorite apps with fewer distractions. Hendrick MINI wants you to get the most out of your vehicle, so we're going to tell you everything you need to know about Android Auto.

Infotainment centers were designed to make driving more enjoyable while reducing distractions. Android Auto takes that principle one step further by mirroring the apps on your phone or tablet to your infotainment center. 

The littlest things can sometimes cause the most trouble. That seems to be the case with mice, rats, and other rodents who can get in your vehicle and damage important components with their teeth. To keep them away, there are a few things that we at Hendrick MINI recommend to our customers.

Rodents need to eat, and they like having small, cozy spaces to rest in. Nooks and crannies in garages and the landscaping around driveways is often perfect for them. To reduce the likelihood of rodent issues, maintain a tidy area and set traps if you notice droppings or…

Don't let offensive odors take over your brand new vehicle. Follow these simple tips to help keep your vehicle fresh and clean for years to come.

If you smell something out of the ordinary in your vehicle, take a look around. Clean out old food wrappers, garbage, bottles, papers, etc. Try to keep your vehicle clean at all times. A dirty vehicle can quickly attract pests and rodents. 

If you are among the people that do not want to deal with a ton of hassles from using tires with studs or have a fast-paced lifestyle, then you might want to consider using a studless winter tire set. This will save you a lot of trouble that could occur when you are not on top of when to change out your tires.

The studless tires have a ton of advantages over studded tires. For one thing, the studless tires can bite into the snow with the sipes and the deeper treading which handle the slush and the ice and…

Driving in bad winter conditions isn't always easy for drivers. We at Hendrick MINI want to make sure you prepare for the weather with a winter survival kit. If you are driving through bad weather during a long trip, emergency preparedness is essential for yourself, your passengers, and your vehicle.

Things that you should include to stay warm and safe are a portable cell phone charger, blankets, food, water, and extra clothing. If you need to get out of your vehicle, make sure you are in a safe place and have gloves and hats to help you stay warm…

Have you ever been driving on icy roads when your vehicle started to go out of control? This is called fishtailing, hydroplaning, or sliding. With icy roads, you have to be extra careful in snowy conditions. Icy roads can cause a vehicle's wheels to get stuck and slide together. While you may want to brake, if you press down too hard, you could be causing even more issues.

Snowy conditions also cause problems for tires that are older. You should always have snow tires or updated tires in order to drive on icy roads. You want tires that won…

There are a lot of different aspects of the infotainment system that come with many of the newest vehicles. We at Hendrick MINI are always interested in the types of features that allow people to connect and get information that is needed for their journey as well as enjoy some entertainment.

Among the important information aspects of the infotainment system of many vehicles is the ability to help you with your navigation. You just have to enter information on what you are looking for and then it will display the needed information for you.  

You may have heard the word differential thrown around in the auto shop, but what does it do? When your service adviser says that the differential’s oil needs to be changed, he’s talking about the part of the car that helps your vehicle’s wheels rotate around.

The differential of your car is located at the front or rear axle. Differentials help the axle turn the wheels so that they rotate properly. When you have front-wheel drive, your differentials will be in the back, and for rear-wheel drive, it’s the opposite. 

Do you know when your tires need to be replaced? Do you automatically replace them every year or wait until a problem arises? Good tires are needed if you expect a smooth ride with the best possible gas mileage. Come to Hendrick MINI and let us check over your tires and offer tips.

Not replacing your tires when needed can cause expensive damage to parts surrounding the tires. It can also affect the ride your vehicle provides. Here are signs your tires need replacing.

• Excessive wear on edges of the tread
• Don’t hold air pressure
• Sidewall shows cracks