Where Can I Buy the 2023 Dodge Charger in Warrenton, OR? 

Experience unrivaled power and timeless style with the 2023 Dodge Charger! This iconic muscle sedan combines bold design, cutting-edge technology, and exhilarating performance. This blog elaborates on how you can dominate the road and unleash your inner rebel with this commanding sedan. Where can I buy the 2023 Dodge Charger in Warrenton, OR? Look no further than Lum’s Auto Center! 

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1. What Type of Vehicle Should I Buy?

The first step in purchasing a vehicle is determining your needs for a vehicle and all that you will be using it for. Are you looking for power or fuel efficiency? Towing Capacity? Maybe you’re looking for something to fit a family of 5. Asking these types of questions as a new car buyer will help narrow down your choices. Check out our model research pages to get a better look.  

2. What Car can I Afford? 

The best way to see what vehicles are in your budget is to fill out our online pre-approval finance form. This will give you an idea of what monthly payments could look like and take your dreams one step closer to reality. Click here to fill out our online finance form! 

3. New or Used Vehicle? 

Buying a new or a used vehicle both come with different perks. 

Buying a new car is exactly as it sounds; you get a vehicle that has no interior wear and tear, no outside collision damage, and it comes with an untouched manufacturer warranty.  

The most appealing part about buying a used vehicle is that they are typically going to be less expensive than a new vehicle, and you have the option of buying a certified used vehicle.   

4. How Do I Take a Test Drive? 

Stop by Lum’s Auto Center and take a test drive! One of our awesome sales consultants will get you in the driver’s seat of any vehicle of interest. Do not forget your driver’s license! Click here to schedule a test drive with us. 

5. What if the Car I Want is Not on the Lot? 

With new vehicles being so popular and high in demand, it can be hard to find the car of your dreams sitting on the side of the road. Here at Lum’s Auto Center we will take the time to pre-order your new vehicle with all the specifications you desire.

6. What is the Trade-in Value of my Current Vehicle? 

We love to buy used cars! Fill out our online trade-in form here or stop by the dealership to get a value on your trade-in vehicle. 

7. What Types of Warranty come with the Purchase of a Car? 

Every new and used car purchased at Lum’s Auto Center comes with its own limited warranty dependent on year, make, and model. Extensions and additional protection are available at an additional cost. Click here to check out our warranty options.  

8. Why Should I Buy from Lum’s? 

At Lum’s, it isn’t just about making a car sale, but creating a relationship that extends beyond the dealership. Our knowledgeable sales staff will take the time to listen to each of your wants and needs before helping guide you in the right direction to your future vehicle. If you’re a new car buyer, visit Lum’s Auto Center or Click here to check out our new and used inventory. 

9. Do I Need to Have My Car Serviced Where I Bought it? 

Common questions for a new car buyer include “do I have to service my vehicle at the same dealership I bought it at?” The answer is no, you do not need to have your vehicle serviced at the same place you bought it at. If you purchased your vehicle at another dealership, you could still bring it to Lum’s Auto Center for your routine service! Click here to schedule a service appointment with us! 

10. Where Can I Buy Accessories for my Vehicle? 

The parts department at Lum’s Auto Center is happy to assist you with any accessory purchases to customize your vehicle. Click here to browse our online parts store. 

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Coolant Flush Service Near Me in Warrenton, OR  

As a responsible vehicle owner, you are likely aware of the importance of regular maintenance to keep your car running smoothly. One crucial aspect often overlooked is the coolant flush service. It may seem like a minor routine procedure, but a coolant flush plays a significant role in maintaining your engine’s health and overall performance. Continue reading below to explore the various benefits of this service. Also, individuals living in and around Warrenton, OR, can get their vehicles inspected at Lum’s Auto Center.  

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Why should I have my windshield recalibrated? 

What appears to be just a window of glass when you drive, actually doubles as an advanced piece of technology. Your cars’ windshield is build to protect you in many more ways than you know. All modern vehicles are covered with cameras and sensors everywhere, including behind your windshield. Your windshield will need to be in perfect allignment to get proper reads from all cameras and sensors.

At the forefront of modern vehicle technology is Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems or ADAS. ADAS is a set of technological features that increase the safety of driving a vehicle. This sytem uses a human-machine interface to improve the drivers’ ability to react to any dangers on the road.

Toyota’s version of ADAS is called Toyota Safety Sense or TSS. Toyota Safety Sense refers to all messages and alerts that pop up in your vehicle. The system does so by communicating with your windshield and all the other cameras and sensors throughout the vehicle.  

To make sure that TSS can properly communicate with your windshield, it will occasionally need recalibrated. This helps ensure the safety of the driver and all passengers in the vehicle. 

For example, lane tracing assist will alert you if your car goes over the road markings. Another example of utilizing TSS would be when another vehicle is quickly approaching and they move into your blind spot. TSS will detect this object and alert the driver to be aware, advising them to not to change lanes.   

Both examples and many other sensors and warnings fall under the Toyota Safety Sense system of the vehicle.  

What Does TSS have to do with my Windshield?  

The windshield needs to be in perfect relationship with the many sensors and cameras mounted in the vehicle, primarily with the multi-function camera centrally mounted behind the top of the windshield. 

When a new vehicle is purchased, the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) windshield will already be calibrated and ready to roll. If the windshield needs to be recalibrated and is unattended to or is calibrated incorrectly, then it could lead to mistimed or false alerts that could cause the driver to make an inaccurate decision.  

For example, if the vehicle is set to apply the brake automatically, and the windshield isn’t calibrated correctly, it could lead to braking at the wrong time.  

Unfortunate and dangerous situations can occur due to the windshield being off by the slightest of degrees. The Lum’s Auto Center Team knows that the most important aspect of windshield calibration is the safety of the people. It is crucial to have a trained technician diagnose and run a proper calibration of the TSS system to ensure that it is safe and ready to hit the road. 

What is the Process of Windshield Calibration?

Lum’s Auto Center will do a diagnosis on your vehicle and windshield to find the issue. A trained technician will then ensure the windshield replacement is an exact match for the vehicle. The technician will double check for any misalignments and ensure the adhesive is applied correctly. They will use special calibration tools to precisely measure and adjust the windshield to avoid potential safety hazards.  

Toyota Features that Utilize Windshield Calibration 

TSS comes with many different features, a few of them being the Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD) and Road Sign Assist (RSA).  

Toyota Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection– This system combines cameras and sensors to detect possible objects in a vehicle’s path and apply automatic braking when necessary.   

Road Sign Assist- RSA detects speed limits, stop signs, certain warning signs, etc. and displays them on the multi-information display.

More TSS Safety Features 

When Should I have my Windshield Calibration Done? 

There are multiple instances where a windshield will need to be recalibrated. A few examples are: 

• After a windshield replacement 
• Following wheel realignment 
• Change of car’s suspension 
• If the camera has become disconnected or reconnected 
• When your dashboard alerts you with an error message 

When one of these actions takes place, you will want to have your windshield recalibrated immediately. In some cases, like windshield replacement, this occurs directly after following the procedure.  

Which Toyota Vehicles come Equipped with Toyota Safety Sense? 

All new and used Toyota models come equipped with Toyota Safety Sense, some at each of the 4 TSS levels. These include TSS 3.0, TSS 2.5 & 2.5+, TSS 2.0, and TSS-P. Read our Toyota Safety Sense article to see which level of TSS your car comes equipped with. 

Where Should I have my Windshield Calibration Done? 

If you live in or around Seaside and Astoria, OR or Long Beach and Ilwaco, WA then you have the benefit of visiting Lum’s Auto Center to get your windshield recalibrated.  

At Lum’s Auto Center our highly trained certified technicians will use their experience and expertise to calibrate your windshield. We will make sure you can hit the roads with an extra sense of security!  

Give us a call at 503-861-1144 or stop by Lum’s Auto Center at 1605 SE Ensign Lane to talk with one of our knowledgeable service advisors. We will do our best to answer any question you may have to ensure you’re comfortable with the entire process of recalibrating your windshield.

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What are the perks of driving a Toyota vehicle? The first to come to mind are typically the smooth ride it provides, or the infotainment center and heated seats. Aside from the visuals, many Toyota vehicles come with Toyota Safety Sense (TSS), which is the auto dealer’s flagship program of safety innovations and technologies. First introduced in 2015, Toyota Safety Sense has been constantly evolving by adding new features and reducing the number of accidents on the road.  

What are Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) Features? 

Toyota Safety Sense features come equipped in almost all new and used Toyota vehicles, designed to help keep the driver and all passengers safe. Continue reading the list of features below.  

TSS Features

Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection (PCS) 

• PCS is designed to help detect a vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist and then alert with an audio/visual forward-collision warning under certain circumstances. If you don’t react, the system is designed to then provide automatic emergency braking.  

Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) 

• Adaptive cruise control system uses vehicle-to-vehicle distance control to help maintain a preset distance from the vehicle ahead of you, at speeds above 20 MPH.

Lane Departure Alert w/ steering assist 

• When inadvertent lane departure is detected, DRCC will issue an audio/visual lane departure warning. If the driver does not take corrective action, the system is also designed to provide gentle corrective steering for lane-keeping assistance. 

Lane Tracing Assist 

• When DRCC is enabled and lane markers are detected, lane tracing assist uses the lines on the road and preceding vehicles to provide active driving assistance and help keep the vehicle centered in its lane. While LTA is activated, the available Emergency Driving Stop System (EDSS) is designed to monitor the driver’s inputs, such as steering operation. If the EDSS determines the driver is not attentive and the driver does not respond to prompts to resume control of the vehicle, it can then bring the vehicle to a stop under certain conditions.  

Road Sign Assist 

• Using an intelligent camera, the RSA system detects speed limit signs, stop signs, Do Not Enter signs, yield signs and certain warning signs. The RSA will then display an icon of the sign on the multi-information display (MID).  

Automatic High Beams 

• Designed to help you see more clearly at night. At speeds above 21 mph, the AHB system detects the headlights of oncoming vehicles and taillights of preceding vehicles. To assist the driver, the AHB system will automatically toggle between high and low beams accordingly. 

Proactive Driving Assist 

• Provides gentle braking into curves or gentle braking and/or steering to help support driving tasks such as distance control between your vehicle and a preceding vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist.  

Toyota Safety Sense (TSS 3.0)

• Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection (PCS) 
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) 
• Lane Departure Alert w/ Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA) 
• Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) 
• Road Sign Assist (RSA) 
• Automatic High Beams (AHB) 
• Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) 

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 & 2.5+  

TSS 2.5 & 2.5+ comes equipped with the same features as TSS 2.0 with the addition of a high-resolution camera, millimeter wave radar, and grille-mounted radar to better detect pedestrians or objects in the path of a vehicle.  

• Pre-collision system w/ pedestrian detection 
• Dynamic radar cruise control 
• Lane departure alert w/ steering assist 
• Lane Tracing Assist 
• Road Sign Assist 
• Automatic High Beams 

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 (TSS 2.0)

• Pre-collision system w/ pedestrian detection 
• Dynamic radar cruise control 
• Lane departure alert w/ steering assist 
• Lane Tracing Assist 
• Road Sign Assist 
• Automatic High Beams 

Toyota Safety Sense-P (TSSP)

• Pre-collision system w/ pedestrian detection  
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 
• Lane Departure Alert 
• Automatic High Beams 

For additional questions call Lum’s Auto Center at 503-861-1144 or visit the dealership at 1605 SE Ensign Ln. Warrenton, OR 97146.  

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What’s New for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?  

The Jeep Wrangler has been the ultimate off-roader for decades, and its 2024 model is no different. It comes with a collection of newly redesigned exterior elements and enhanced features to explore the great outdoors. Continue reading below to learn more about the 2024 Jeep Wrangler. Also, prospective buyers in Warrenton, OR, can view our online inventory and car financing options at Lum’s Auto Center.  

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2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Pricing and Technology Enhancements  

Toyota continues to redefine the SUV landscape with the 2024 Grand Highlander. This vehicle is a stretched version of the current Highlander, offering more space and cargo for a family. Additionally, it is equipped with advanced technology to keep you entertained and connected throughout the journey. Read below for more details on its pricing. Also, prospective buyers in Warrenton, OR, can view our online inventory and car financing options at Lum’s Auto Center.  

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Introducing the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170

Get ready to experience unreal acceleration with the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170! The all-American automaker announced the end of an era with the Last Call editions of the Charger and Challenger models. These models prove to be the epitome of performance driving with massive engine specs. The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is motivated by a first-ever 1,025 horsepower production HEMI® engine that can rocket you in an unbelievable time of 1.66 seconds. As a result, it bags the world’s quickest 0-60 mph production car and history’s first-ever eight-second factory muscle car titles into its stable. Check out the video introducing the 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 at Lum’s Auto Center in Warrenton, OR.

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Walkaround Video of the 2024 Toyota Tacoma  

Introducing the much-awaited powerhouse of the road, the 2024 Toyota Tacoma! This exceptional midsize pickup truck is a captivating blend of unrivaled performance and eye-catching design, destined to leave a lasting impression. With its robust and muscular exterior, the Tacoma commands attention at every turn, boasting a distinctive grille and captivating LED headlights illuminating the path ahead. For a better idea of the features of the 2024 Tacoma, read this blog by Lum’s Auto Center in Warrenton, OR.

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Exhaust Repair Service Near Me in Oregon  

The Exhaust system is a crucial player in this symphony of mechanical excellence. While many drivers may overlook its significance, it is essential for your vehicle’s optimal performance, fuel efficiency, and environmental responsibility. Please read below to learn more about its benefits. Also, individuals living in and around Warrenton, Oregon, can get their vehicles inspected at Lum’s Auto Center.  

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