Rainy Day Activities for Kids

WESTLAND, Mich.–– We all know the saying "April showers bring May flowers". The rainy spring season brings wet conditions and puddles galore. While playing outside may be the ideal activity for kids, there are many other things that'll entertain kids indoors. Stay safe inside the comfort of your own home this spring and enjoy these rainy day activities for kids:

• Build a Blanket & Pillow Fort: Grab the sofa cushions, chairs, and any cardboard boxes. Drape blankets over the top and put some comfy pillows inside.

• Take a Trip to the Library: Visit the local library to encourage your kids to read. Most of the time, there are classes/activities available for kids of all ages.

• Play Board Games: Board games are an easy way to keep kids entertained and they challenge them to use their brain, too!

• Make a Home Cinema: Compile some of your kids' favorite movies, microwave some popcorn, and cuddle up in some blankets on the couch for a movie day!

• Bake a New Recipe: Most kids love to bake, especially when there is a sweet treat involved. Check out Pinterest for some easy baking recipes for kids.

• Get Crafty and Paint: Cover the kitchen table with newspaper and let your kids enjoy an art session with poster paints or watercolors.

• Make Homemade Pizza: This is a fun and delicious activity for kids to enjoy. It doesn't take many ingredients and teaches kids how to cook.

When the weather doesn't want to cooperate, try one of these rainy day activities for kids that'll keep them happy and busy all day long. There's plenty of fun to be had, even when the day has to be spent indoors. While the kids are busy at play, it's a good idea to make sure your vehicle is ready to hit the road this season, especially after a brutal Michigan weather. Spring's showers can make for dangerous road conditions if your ride isn't properly maintained. Read our spring car care tips for information on tires, wheel alignments, fluids, wiper blades, and cleaning for your ride. It's increasingly important to take special care of your car all year long in order to maintain its longevity and performance over time.


North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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How to Care for Your Tires This Spring

WESTLAND, Mich.,––It's Spring in Michigan, and that means the roads will be wet, messy, and full of potholes. Because your tires are what connect you to the road, they're pretty important and worthy of your routine care. There are a few easy things you can do this season to ensure your safety on the road, your car's efficiency, and help you avoid the pain of tire repair. Here's how to care for your tires this Spring:

1. Inspect your tires tread wear

There are no special tools needed to inspect your tires wear. Your eyes will work just fine. Taking a look every few weeks or so for damage, cracking, under inflation, and uneven tread wear is the easiest way to tell if your tires need care! For an easy way to check tread wear, try the penny method! If by sticking your penny in upside down in your tire's tread you can see all of Abraham Lincoln's head, it's time to get new tires.

2. Check your tires air pressure

Checking your tires air pressure is typically done with a tire gauge which measures in PSI (pounds per square inch of air pressure). Having properly inflated tires can help you achieve good fuel economy and extend the life of your tires. If your tires are under inflated, your car will have to work harder to move which means you'll be spending more on gas. You can find the recommended tire pressure on the sticker on the inside of the driver's door, or in your Owner's Manual. As temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, the air outside can affect your tire's air pressure. It's best to check your tires in the morning at least once per month for the most accurate reading.

3. Have your tires balanced and rotated regularly

Another routine maintenance task to help you achieve best fuel economy and extended tire life is rotating them! This is a tire service that should be done every 5,000-7,000 miles or for most people about every other oil change. Tires can wear differently depending on their location, rotating them regularly will help cut down on uneven tread wear so they are all on the same page, so to speak. Having your tires balanced will also help to minimize uneven or premature wear.

4. Keep your car's load weight in mind

While your tires hold the entire weight of your vehicle, they can only hold a certain amount of excess weight. Excessive weight on or in your vehicle can lead to weaker tires and possible damage. We recommend not overloading past your vehicle's recommended rating to avoid potential tire blowouts. Although the chances for a blowout to happen are low, make sure to check your Owner's Manual to find the rating specific to your vehicle and keep your car's load weight in mind.



It's our goal to keep you safe on the road this Spring and provide you a great deal on tires! Follow our How to Care for Your Tires This Spring tips on this blog, and schedule your service appointment online at North Brothers Ford. We have plenty of coupons that you can clip online to help you save on vehicle service and new tire purchases!

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 855-739-2023, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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