So … it’s fall time! Leaves are falling and changing colors. Speaking of change … let’s talk a bit about batteries. I asked one of my Service Managers if I was able to check my battery on my own. Nope! So, next step is to find someone who can. Our service departments hook up your read more >>

Okay, some of us are better with organization than others. But to make your life easier, here’s some basic stuff you should know about the car you’re driving off the top of your head…or at least know where to get the info quickly: Year Make Model VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) Which side the gas pump read more >>

Safety first! When purchasing a vehicle for you and your family, safety is a major concern. What are some of the standard safety features in the brands that McCarthy carries? Here’s a short list for you: Chevrolet Six airbags – dual front & side impact airbags 4-wheel anti-lock brakes – to keep you from sliding read more >>

Everyone’s been on a road trip … and everyone’s got a funny story to share! I asked around the dealership and heard some pretty entertaining things. Take a look at what some of my fellow employees had to say … Now it’s your turn. Share your favorite road trip story with the rest of us.

Everyone remembers their first car. It’s a monumental part of growing up. Turning 16 and getting the keys to “freedom”. I remember waking up and sprinting down the stairs.  I anxiously pushed the button to open the doors to heaven, and I saw it … my very first car. The 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. It read more >>

Common sense — and the law — tells us not to drive while under the influence. But, even though it can be just as dangerous, there are few laws against driving while sleepy. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that fatigue driving causes 100,000 accidents a year. The first step to preventing drowsy driving read more >>

Last Saturday, McCarthy Nissan in Olathe, KS showcased a rare vehicle. The 2011 Nissan Juke pre-production model was sitting on our showroom floor for public viewing. And I got to take a ride in it! The Juke is a pretty special vehicle. A cross between a sports car and crossover. Kind of a category in read more >>

Have you ever wondered what your car would say to you, if it could? I sometimes catch myself talking to my car. I’ll be driving alone after a long day, and it only makes sense to strike up a conversation, right? Tell me I’m not alone. Well, let’s take a look at some of my read more >>

Every person carries their own personality and lifestyle. Well, the same goes for a car. With every vehicle, there’s a unique style and purpose behind it — and the size of car has a lot to do with it. If you’re considering a new car, what size should you look for? A lot depends on read more >>

If you’re looking for style, speed and sophistication … I have the vehicle for you. The Nissan 370 Z is a hot little number. Can you handle it? A fun fact about the 370 Z is that Kelly Blue Book awarded it the 2010 Best Resale Value, recognizing the automaker’s outstanding achievement. Along with Consumer read more >>