During this time of year, when colds and the flu are lurking on just about every surface, we all become extra precautions of our handwashing. However, if you neglect to clean your steering wheel, your hands are picking up all over that bacteria all over again.

To get the job done right, all you need is a microfiber cloth and interior cleaner. Spray the cleaner directly onto the cloth, not the steering wheel itself. That way, no excess cleaner will end up behind the plastic guard in front of your gauges.

If you need to put a little more elbow grease into the task, try using a scrubbing pad as well. Clean it one section at a time and scrub lightly to ensure no damage is done to the color. Also, if you’re having trouble getting through the oil on the wheel, you can also a three-to-one mixture of water and an all purpose cleaner.

If you have any questions about what is and isn’t safe to use on the many interior surfaces of your vehicle, we’ll be happy to help you out at DELLA Mazda.     

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Mazda believes that giving back to the communities that have supported them for years like Queensbury, Glens Falls, Saratoga, Clifton Park, and Albany, NY is something that should be done without question. This is also something DELLA Mazda believes in wholeheartedly since we owe our success to our community. Giving back through the Mazda Drive for Good® campaign gives us here at DELLA Mazda and our customers an opportunity to give back since every test drive equals one hour of giving back. To date, Mazda has raised $14,635,000 and donated 207,000 hours of volunteer time. You can learn more about ways to help join the cause here. And, if you’d like to see those that are impacted by this project, take a look at the videos below.

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DELLA Mazda would like to wish all of our customers a very Happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for every single one of you. We hope you are enjoying the day with a delicious meal and some football surrounded by your family! Don’t forget to stop by and visit us for some awesome Black Friday deals.

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Daylight savings time ended just a couple of weeks ago and while gaining that extra hour of sleep was nice, the tradeoff is that we lose an extra hour of daylight at the end of the day. That means that the sun goes down long before most of us head home from work. As a result, we now have to get used to driving in the dark after months of daylight waiting for us at the end of the day. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you readjust to regular nighttime driving.

1.) Dim Interior Lights – It may sound backward, but extra light in the interior can actually negatively affect your ability to see the road. Make sure that all of the interior lights are off and dim the level of brightness on your dashboard so that the lights your eyes focus are the ones shining on the road.

2.) Keep Your Eyes Moving – Driving at night is tricky because the shadows play tricks on your eyes, making it difficult to see other objects. However, focusing too much on one specific point will actually make your eyes more tired and thus affect your depth perception. Therefore, make sure to keep constantly scanning the road to be on the lookout for any possible hazards and to keep your eyes more alert.

3.) Keep Headlights Aimed Properly – Many of us take for granted that are headlights are aimed properly and don’t think to check them periodically. It is important to make sure that they are focused properly in order to ensure optimal visibility at night.

4.) Don’t Follow Too Close – Keeping a proper following distance is defensive driving 101 and something that we all should be doing whenever we get behind the wheel. However, when you are traveling in the dark it is smart to increase that driving distance by a few extra seconds as an extra precaution.

5.) Clean Your Windshield – A clear windshield is essential, especially at night. All of those smudges and streaks may not be noticeable during the day but at night they will be glaringly obvious, not to mention distracting. One way to make sure that your windshield is good and clean is to wipe it down with a newspaper.

6.) Nap When You Can – When the sun goes down it tends to make us more tired which can lead to drowsy driving. If possible, try to avoid this by getting in a power nap during the day so that you are more alert and refreshed when you are heading home.

Dee, Sarah. “6 Tips for Driving Safely in the Dark.” Autoblog. N.p., 02 Nov. 2016. Web. 22 Nov. 2016. <http://www.autoblog.com/2016/11/02/6-tips-for-driving-safely-in-the-dark/>.

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Our Queensbury, Glens Falls, Saratoga, Clifton Park, and Albany, NY customers can now come into 92 Quaker Road in Glens Falls, NY for a test drive in the 2017 Mazda6. Also, if you’re someone who likes to know what they’re getting into, you can check out our newest Research & Review Page on this model. You’ll find information on the available trim levels, safety features, estimated MPG, and more. Of course, if you have any questions, feel free to give us a call before coming in and we’ll be happy to help.

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DELLA Mazda will soon be releasing a Research & Review page on the 2017 Mazda3 5-Door. This page will include all of the pertinent information someone shopping for a new vehicle would want. Such as, trim level options, safety features and even EPA estimated MPG. Be sure to stay tuned to our blog because we’ll let you know when it’s released here.

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We all know that freedom is not free. That’s why we are so thankful for the men and women of Queensbury, Glens Falls, Saratoga, Clifton Park, and Albany, NY that have served our country. Because of your bravery, our country continues to thrive. Thank you.

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Mazda North American Operations made waves at the Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas last week. The manufacturer allowed their designers to run wild and create the most unique vehicles their minds could develop. What they came up with is two stunning concept models, the MX-5 Miata Speedster Evolution and the MX-5 RF Kuro.

The MX-5 Miata Speedster Evolution is the lighter of the two concepts and has been dubbed “ruthlessly efficient.” The MX-5 RF Kuro on the other hand, was made based off of the MX-5 RD retractable fastback that will be on sale next year.  

“With MX-5 Speedster Evolution, our goal was to further deliver the essence of what MX-5 has represented for the past 27 years—lightweight engineering and pure driving joy,” said Saward, who also owns and races a Spec Miata. “In the future, we might see if there is anywhere else we could take out weight.

One thing is for sure, if this is the future of Mazda, we here at DELLA Mazda can’t wait!

“SEMA 2016: Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Kuro and MX-5 Speedster Concepts Debut in Sin City – Inside Mazda.” Inside Mazda. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Nov. 2016.

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For some, a means of transportation of their own is not realistic due to financial constraints. One person that this affects mother of two, LaTia. Because of financial constraints, a commute that would take only nine minutes currently takes her an hour and a half. That’s why Mazda Drive for Good® created the Drive to 100 initiative which strives to provide vehicles for 100 people in need. See LaTia’s story below.

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The entire staff at DELLA Mazda would like to wish our Queensbury, Glens Falls, Saratoga, Clifton Park and Albany, NY customers a very happy Halloween! Have fun and stay safe!

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