The Working Parts Under Your Hood

We stumbled across the following GIFS and thought they would be fun to share with all of you. Take a look at the inner workings of your engine, and the processes that put the power behind your vehicle.

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What To Do If You Are Caught in a Dust Storm On Your Next Road Trip

One great part of living on the West Coast is wide open drives and miles of road to cover from the Southern Border up to Washington. Making a long distance drive through the Southwest means traversing many different landscapes, and the desert poses one unique challenge for drivers: dust storms.

So what do you do if you a driving along, and the next minute you are inundated in a wall of dust? Luckily, the answer is easy and it will help keep you safe until the wind and dust pass.

1) Begin to slow down after checking for traffic around you.

2) Merge off of the highway, making sure that you are no longer in a traveling lane.

3) Turn off all your vehicle lights and engage the parking brake.

4) Stay in the vehicle and keep your seat belt fastened in case of a collision.

5) Wait for the storm to pass and merge back onto the highway.


Have you ever been caught in a dust storm while driving? What did you do? Share your story in a comment below.

Unfortunate Loss At the Corvette Museum

News broke today from the Skydome at the Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY that a sinkhole erupted causing structural damage and the loss of some classic cars. The Corvette museum is home to the lineage of Corvette cars and dedicated to preserving the iconic model in its original glory. It is truly an unfortunate loss, and we are sad to hear that some of their collection has been lost.

Check out the video below, which shows that actual sinkhole in the middle of the Skydome on site at the Corvette Museum.

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2014 COPO Camaro Raises Money for the Achilles Freedom Team

The Barret-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, AZ brings out the best in custom and collectors cars, and this year's event was in full form. In case you missed it, the 2014 Chevrolet COPO Camaro, featured at the SEMA auto show, was auctioned off to raise money for the Achilles Freedom Team.

The Achilles Freedom Team is an extension of Achilles International, and is dedicated to providing wounded veterans with the special equipment and support to maintain a competitive edge. Team members compete in marathons and form a collective support network for wounded veterans that is a crucial part of the recovery process.

The 2014 COPO Camaro ended up selling at auction for $700,000, with the proceeds going to benefit the Achilles Freedom Team and all of their efforts. Check out the video below to see the action unfold and to hear from members of the Achilles Freedom team regarding what the event means to them.

Learn more about the Achilles Freedom Team here: Achilles Freedom Team - Overview

Spring Road Trips: Start Planning Now

A great way to start the year off is a long road trip to thaw out and get things back into gear. We thought it would be helpful. given the amount of planning that goes into a long trip, to provide our recommendations for the best Spring road trips. Whether you make the trek alone, with a friend, or with the whole family there is a lot of fun to be had on the open road and we hope your next trip is the best!

1) Texas Hill Bluebonnet Tour: Start in Austin, travel along the US 290 towards Johnson City, tour the Wildflower Loop, and then take the US 281 N toward Burnet.

2) Columbia River Highway (Oregon): Start from Portland and drive to Mount Hood taking in the sites and beautiful landscape along the way.

3) San Juan Skyway (Colorado): Travel the 232 miles of beautiful road and landscape through the mountains, rural towns, and scenic views.

To make sure your vehicle is ready for a long trip, visit our website for our current service specials, and make an appointment prior to the long haul: Rancho Motor Company

2014 Chevrolet Volt: How It Works (w/ video)

The 2014 Chevrolet Volt is a unique vehicle in the way that it utilizes power and saves drivers money. With both electric and gas the Volt will get you to your destination, having made a smaller impact on the environment and a smaller dent in your wallet. It is in a class of its own, and we hope the attached video sheds some light on why the Volt is making the driving experience that much better.


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