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Win $40 in eRebates: We're spinning one lucky winner every day for 40 days
 It's our 40th anniversary, and we want to celebrate by thanking you, our loyal clients, for helping us reach this milestone.
From now through April 21, you'll be eligible to win $40 in eRebates when you come in for any service appointment. During your visit, you'll have a chance to spin our "Wheel of Fortune." The person who spins the highest number each day wins $40 in eRebates. And if two clients spin the same high number, both of you win!
We'll notify the winners by phone or email (you need not be present to win), and we encourage you to follow us on Facebook to see who the daily winners are.
Stay tuned for details on a summer celebration!
Have any questions? Ask us now!
Pothole gotcha? Save $25 on wheel alignments—after we inspect it for free
 Despite our mild winter, the warmer weather is likely to bring more sun, more smiles...and more potholes.
If you car is pulling left or right or seems to be losing an endless pothole battle, we can help. Through March 31, we will inspect your wheel alignment for free. And if you actually need an alignment, we'll take $25 off the total for you.
Don't wait until a poor alignment wears your tires. Schedule an appointment today.
Coming soon: Text message reminders
 For your convenience, we will soon be sending appointment reminders by text message, as well as occasional and exclusive promotional offers. We know some of you will prefer text communications, while some of you already prefer email reminders.
The good news is: You can have both, you can choose email or text, or you can opt out of email and text. (And we promise to use text messaging very judiciously.)
If you prefer to receive email and text reminders, you don't need to do anything. To receive only specific emails or to opt-out of all text messages, visit our subscription management center.
Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Guzzle guard: Gas-saving guidelines
 Gas ain’t cheap. Talk about stating the obvious, right?
Chicago’s gas prices started the New Year at around $3.55 for a gallon of regular, and now they've painfully passed the $4 per gallon mark. The national average is at $3.75 a gallon.
With these kinds of fuel prices, it makes financial sense to keep track of mileage-robbing issues that can cost you big at the gas pump. While you might not be able to predict or control gas prices, you can take steps to minimize the number of times you need to fill up.
Read our Gas-Saving Guidelines
Thinking new car? Think twice before committing to that new car payment
Some of us like to drive Old Faithful until the wheels fall off, while others like to buy a new car every few years. According to Kiplinger’s, the first strategy is a real money-saver.
 Right now, the trend seems to be growing in favor of new cars: Three years after U.S. automakers nearly hit rock bottom, new car sales are growing so fast that Detroit is having a hard time keeping up.
Perhaps this is the result of pent-up demand from the down economy, and many consumers are finding they need to replace their aged, worn vehicles. If you’re among those consumers who are considering a new vehicle, we urge you to consider these five factors before taking that plunge.
New car under warranty? You’re not bound to the dealer for service needs
 With recent news that new cars are flying off the lots, we thought it was a good time for a reminder that you’re not required to use the dealer when your new car is under warranty.
We know this is a common misconception because we often hear, "Oh, you guys are wonderful, but I bought a new car. I’ll be back as soon as the warranty is up." If this were by choice, that would be one thing. We would be sad to lose them as clients for a few years, but we would understand. Sadly, however, too many consumers switch to the dealer because they believe they have to.
Let us set the record straight: You are never required to use the dealer, even when the vehicle is under warranty. Most motorists want the dealer to cover the cost of warranty repairs, which only makes sense, but you may want to go elsewhere for your maintenance. Here’s the difference.
If you have any questions about new car warranties, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Add up the savings with rebates on oil changes, timing belts and struts
 With tax time around the corner, you may find some money-saving delight in these offers:
Remember that these savings are in addition to the 5% eRebates you earn with every visit. Plus, at CARS of America, we'll also inspect your car for any necessary safety, repair or maintenance items as part of your service visit.
Contact us today to learn more or schedule an appointment (or swing by for a no-appointment-needed oil change in our new Express Auto Care center).
Trivia: Play to win $75 in eRebates!
 Question: What year was CARS of America founded?
Email us or call us with the correct answer, and you'll be eligible to win $75 in eRebates. We'll draw one lucky name from all correct answers received by the end of the month.
Congratulations to last month's winner: Brenda Sheridan!
The correct answer to last month's trivia question was: There are many reasons CARS gives you more bang for your buck. See all of the answers here.
Thanks to last month's trivia contestants: Bill Anderson, Fred Beslow, Elaine Bilowich, Laurie Binstein, Donna Frownfelter, Carolyn Haack, Linda Haack, Esther Jacobs, Dave Ladley, Joe Levine, Aubrey O'Neill, Diane Payton, John W. Roth, Joyce Scherbinski, Brenda Sheridan, Cammy Sptazeck and Barb Topping.
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