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How does Electronic Stability Control work? Most newer vehicles come standard with a safety feature called Electronic Stability Control (ESC), but most people don't know what that is or how it works. Learn more about why Electronic Stability Control is a great safety feature to have! more View Our Inventory For all your automotive needs, come to Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM of Racine today!

Tips for driving in construction zones Construction is prevalent throughout Wisconsin roadways in the summer months. While it can be a nuisance to have to drive through, it is important to be extra vigilant for your safety as well as the safety of others on the road. Learn some tips to help you safely navigate construction zones this summer! more Read More: What can I do with my old tires? How to drive safely through construction zones Watch for signs: There will be orange warning signs ahead of the actual construction zone. Take these seriously and be on the lookout for workers and machinery. Heed the warnings about work zone fines: Fines double in most work zones, to be especially careful about your speed and attentiveness throughout these zones. Follow the speed limit signs: In most construction zones on highways, the speed limit is reduced to 55 miles per hour. Even if you don't see workers on the road, if the posted speed limit is marked as 55 mph, that is the speed you should follow. Watch out for cones and flaggers. If you see construction workers holding flags or signs to help direct traffic, be especially careful. It is also important to watch out for cones as they are used to direct traffic around work zones. View Our New Inventory Essentially, the most important takeaway is to be hyper-vigilant and use caution when driving through construction zones. Follow all posted speed limit signs and pay attention to cones that may divert the flow of traffic around a certain lane being worked on. We hope you have a safe summer! For all of your automotive needs, come to Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM of Racine today!

How do Hill Start and Hill Descent Assist features work? Many new cars are offering more and more features that enhance the vehicle's safety and give you more confidence behind the wheel. Especially in vehicles that are often taken off-road, adding safety features like Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Assist can be very beneficial in helping to keep you safe. But what do these features do exactly? Let's find out! more View Our New Inventory Hill Start Assist Hill Descent Assist We hope these videos helped you get a better idea of how these features can be useful to have! For all of your automotive needs, come to Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM of Racine today!