Integrity Tire June 2019

Integrity Tire June 2019

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Here at Integrity Tire, we are always on the lookout for ways to improve our quality services for each of our customers. Over the past six months, my team and I have been working diligently to do just that. Some of you may have already seen the changes our Dover location has undergone, and I want to take this time to write about how these changes will affect you, along with some other changes you can expect. Recently, we got access to the building on the other side of the parking lot at our Dover location. The main building we were using for both the showroom and shop will continue to function as a showroom, but the bay area where we had previously worked will now be our warehouse. All of the equipment and tools we had in the shop will be relocated into the second building, where our work capacity will increase. Instead of just one or two cars, we will now be able to work on three or four vehicles at a time. In addition to this substantial upgrade, our website will also undergo several changes to further help our customers. One added feature is a wheel configurator, which will help people get an idea about which wheels they want for their cars. All they have to do is type the year, make, and model of their WE ARE GROWING! Expansion at Our Dover Location 11974 Willow Grove Rd., Camden, DE 19934 93C Saulsbury Rd., Dover, DE 19904 JUNE 2019

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assistance. Through the Nationwide Road Hazard Plan program, our customers will have access to roadside assistance if they experience any problems while traveling after they buy new tires from us. The plan is for this benefit to come with no additional charges for the tires purchased. Providing quality care and service is our ultimate goal, and adding this program to our services is just one way we plan to achieve that goal. If you’re interested in learning more about any of these resources, I encourage you to visit our website at IntegrityTire.us or call either of our offices. My team and I will be more than happy to talk to you about how these services can help you today.

vehicle into the provided bar, pick which color their car is, and then digitally try out different wheels on their model. One of the best features of the wheel configurator is that it knows which wheels will fit or not, allowing people to get an idea of what they want before they even come to our shop. Our website is expected to go through several more changes in the upcoming months. All of us at Integrity Tire want to ensure our site is simple and easy to navigate for anyone who visits. I also want to announce that Integrity Tire is now signed up with an expanded Road Hazard program that provides roadside

“Here at Integrity Tire, I am always on the lookout for ways to improve our quality services for each of our customers. Over the past six months, my team and I have been working diligently to do just that.”

–Jesse Zimmerman

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Enjoying the Journey

Roadside Attractions Worth Visiting

middle of the redwood forest showcases a series of optical illusions such as balls rolling uphill and a cabin where visitors can lean toward the ground and appear to defy gravity. It might not be aliens, like some believe, but visitors of all ages will get a kick out of the illusions messing with their perception. Plus, the nearby hiking trails through the redwoods offer a free added experience. DINOSAUR LAND; WHITE POST, VIRGINIA It might not be Jurassic Park, but it’s still worth a look. Nestled in the greenery of Northern Virginia, this park has over 50 life-size statues of dinosaurs of all kinds. Tours are self-guided, parking is free, and children (or adults) with dinosaur obsessions are sure to smile and point out their favorites. It’s certainly something to “rawr” home about. Whether these spots are your destinations or you’re just passing through on your summer road trip, visiting these roadside attractions and others like them will add some fun to your travels. card. This card can be used for many vehicle needs, such as gas, maintenance, repairs, brakes, and tires. Our customers can use the Car Care card to purchase the products we offer at Integrity Tire, and it allows them to make payments online. Customers can also receive six-months promotional financing when they use this card on an auto maintenance and repair purchase of $199 or more. If you’re interested in applying for either of these payment options, you can visit our website at IntegrityTire.us and go to our Payment Options tab or call our offices today.

The United States can be a weird place, and some landmarks definitely reflect that sentiment. Along almost every highway, bizarre landmarks draw road trippers of all ages. Sometimes tourist traps aren’t worth the price of admission, but when you’re taking your summer road trip this year and your family needs a place to stop and stretch, these are three roadside attractions worth checking out. THE LOST SEA; SWEETWATER, TENNESSEE The Lost Sea is the largest underground lake in the U.S. Lying 140 feet beneath the surface, it’s a fun escape from the summer heat, since it’s 58 degrees year-round. Kids and adults alike can learn about the history and geology of the area on a guided tour through forest above and lake below. And afterward, you can stop by the general store, ice cream parlor, or café. THE MYSTERY SPOT; SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA Advertising itself as a “gravitational anomaly,” this wacky spot in the

OUR PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR YOU HowWe Are Helping Our Customers

process reflects that. Their motto states, “We know that a three-digit number doesn’t tell your story.” In addition to using Progressing Leasing, you can also apply for a credit card at our locations through Synchrony Car Care credit

At Integrity Tire, we understand that our customers need help sometimes, so we offer payment options. Our Progressing Leasing program helps our customers afford their Integrity Tire purchases with a No Credit Needed lease. The application process is easy; all you have to do is visit our website to apply online and wait to get approved. If you’re approved, you can take advantage of these flexible payment plans that work with your budget. Progressing Leasing has helped millions of people across the United States from over 30,000 different retail partners. Founded in 1999, Progressing Leasing aims to provide secure payment options for individuals who don’t have the best credit. They understand life isn’t always straightforward, and their

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ENJOY YOUR

FAMILY TIME

By Taking a Break From Your Phone

you pick up your phone and try to access an app, Forest will send you a notification asking you if you want to kill your baby tree by giving up. Who says guilt isn’t a good motivator? BESIDES APPS Aside from using these apps, silencing your phone and putting it in another room, leaving it in your car if you’re out at dinner, or keeping it in your purse or back pocket during a social event can also reduce your screen time. Having your phone out of sight and out of reach will keep the temptation of pulling it out at bay. Spending time with your family is crucial, and with these apps and tips, you’ll enjoy each other’s company without too many screen distractions.

Setting some time aside to be with family is important, but it can be difficult when everyone is always on their cellphones. Constant cellphone use has become a global problem, and the habit is hard to break because we rely on mobile devices heavily for work, school, and keeping in contact with friends and family. Luckily, there are plenty of apps that can reduce how often you’re on your phone and minimize distractions.

SIEMPO After you install Siempo on your phone, it will ask which apps are likely to distract you. Once you select them, the app will move those apps away from the home screen and place the important ones, such as the messaging, contacts, email, and calendar apps, on the first screen. You can also designate times for specific apps to be used throughout the day. STAY FOCUSED Stay Focused is like Siempo, but there are some significant differences. You can

set times to access certain apps and put the most distracting ones on lock. Stay Focused also has a “strict mode” that prevents you from uninstalling it, so be sure to think carefully before activating the lockdown because you won’t have access to those specific apps until the timer runs out. FOREST In the time that Forest takes control of your device for a set time limit, the app starts growing a tree. Once the tree is fully grown, your time is up, and it joins the other trees that were grown during other breaks. If

Is a hot dog a sandwich or not? We’re not here to weigh in on the ever-contentious debate, but when you combine a hot dog with a BLT, it definitely becomes more sandwich-like — and way more delicious. BLT DOGS

INGREDIENTS

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1 tbsp mayonnaise

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4 strips bacon

1 head romaine lettuce, shredded 1 large tomato, seeded and diced

4 hot dogs (ideally Boar’s Head Beef Frankfurters, but any all-beef variety will do)

Salt and pepper, to taste

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4 hot dog buns

DIRECTIONS

THAN TO EXPLAIN WHY YOU DID IT WRONG.” “IT TAKES LESS TIME TO DO A THING RIGHT

1. Heat a skillet to medium and fry bacon until rendered and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel to drain. 2. Fry hot dogs in bacon drippings, creating a crust, and cook until warmed through. 3. Using a dry skillet or oven, toast buns. 4. Spread mayonnaise on buns, place hot dog and bacon inside, and top with tomatoes and lettuce. Serve.

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Roadside Attractions With Fun for All Ages

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Events Near You!

2019 OLD-FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY Where: The City of Lewes When: July 4, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission: Free! Website: LewesChamber.com/events The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate America’s independence, and what better way to do that than with games, parades, and of course, fireworks! Old-fashioned games will be available along Second Street starting at 9 a.m. for children of all ages and will be followed by the city of Lewes’ annual Boat and Doo-Dah Parades. Starting from Roosevelt Inlet, the Boat Parade will travel along the Lewes Canal toward the Savannah Road drawbridge, and the Doo-Dah Parade will start near Lloyd’s Market and loop through the city. At dusk, the fireworks will be set off from a barge just off of Lewes Beach.

SEA GLASS AND COASTAL ARTS FESTIVAL Where: Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal When: June 22–23 Admission: $5 (free for children under 12) Contact: 302-645-7670 For its 10th anniversary this year, Lewes will host over 70 sea-glass artists, as well as waterfowl painters and decoy carvers. Guests attending the event are welcome to browse the artists’ wares, listen to live music, enjoy an array of delicious foods, and learn the history of sea glass. The public is also encouraged to bring their own findings of sea glass to this event to have them identified.

SUMMER ARTS IN THE PARK Where: Brecknock County Park When: Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Admission: Free! Website: Facebook.com/KCPLibrary Join Kent County Public Library for an evening of family fun! All families are welcome to bring their lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets and sit down and enjoy themselves while Kent County’s favorite bands, singers, and performers hit the stage. Expect to see Mike Hines, The Look, Best Kept Soul, Deb & Mike, Cascading Carlos, and many other performers. To learn more about the event and find a full schedule of Arts in the Park, call the library at 302-744- 1919 or visit their Facebook.

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