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It seems now more than ever there are more bicyclists on the road here in Southgate. At Southgate Lincoln, we want to make sure that everyone can stay safe in our community. That's why we would like to share a few tips on the proper way to share the road with bicyclists.

Hand signals are important to bicyclists. They use them primarily to indicate turns and to indicate they are stopping. The only way that hand signals are effective, however, is if drivers recognize what they mean. Taking the time to learn what the different hand signals means is…

Some of the top reasons to purchase a used car are because of financial flexibility! Not only do we recommend used vehicles if you have a budget, but we also recommend them if you want a car that is a much higher price new!

At Southgate Lincoln, our team is dedicated to finding you the right used car for your lifestyle. Whether you want a high-end luxury SUV, a sports car, or a work truck, we will help you find the right used vehicle! When you purchase used, there are many options to choose from, versus new where your options…

The Lincoln Aviator will give you an elevated driving experience. You can select the mode that best fits the road conditions and your mood. All you have to do is turn the knob that is in the center of console. Air glide suspension, aviator ground touring, pure EV and preserve EV are some of the modes that you have to choose from.

The Lincoln Aviator also has all-wheel drive. However, if you feel that rear-wheel drive is the best, then you have the option of selecting that mode. Additionally, the Lincoln Aviator comes with driver assist features. One of those…

The 2020 Lincoln Corsair is taking the compact-SUV category to a new level, and here is why. This compact vehicle has a beautiful shell, is equipped with high-end engine components and is luxurious to the core. It is estimated that five persons can sit in the cabin on premium materials. There are also two available powertrains, including a 295-horsepower engine and a 250-horsepower engine. Turbocharging is also a part of the package.

The outer shell of the 2020 Lincoln Corsair is priceless as it exhibits no flaws. Near-perfect dimensions are present as this compact SUV is aesthetically 

Scores of different parts come together to build a car. Gaskets might not be the first parts that come to mind when people think about car parts. However, gaskets do serve an essential role. Without them, leaks could happen at various points in the vehicle.

Gaskets create a seal. Technicians place gaskets between two surfaces. In a vehicle, gaskets common appear between surfaces connected by bolts. Again, gaskets create seals, particularly in the engine area. They also perform some cushioning duties.

The "head gasket" remains a vital component in the engine. 

You never know when you might leave your headlights on and drain the battery in your car while out and about in Southgate, so make sure you have a set of jumper cables in the trunk for just such an occasion. Follow the instructions below from Southgate Lincoln to get the job done safely.

Each set of jumper cables has four clips. Two of them are red, and the others are black. The first of the red clips will attach to the larger or positive terminal on the battery of the car that starts. Now, connect the other red clamp…

Theres nothing like the look of a brand-new car. The way the paint shines in the sunlight is truly something to behold. If you want to maintain that new-car look, though, its important that you become familiar with car wax. At Southgate Lincoln, we want you to be able to take care of your vehicle, which is why we offer this look at the basics of car wax.

Wax can be made from a variety of different components. Whether its carnauba wax, palm wax, or silicone wax, though, wax is ultimately a compound that can be applied as a cream…

Your vehicle alignment is central to how the car operates. When the alignment is not within the manufacturer's specifications, you may experience serious problems with driving your car in the proper direction.

When you bring your vehicle to the service team at Southgate Lincoln, we perform a comprehensive alignment check and correction so that all of your wheels and steering axis are set at the precise angles they require. This requires that the caster, camber and toe angles all be calibrated accurately. 

The all-new Lincoln Aviator is not your typical luxury SUV. The Aviator has been designed from the ground up as a vehicle aimed at providing an experience that both soothes and excites. The drivetrain of the Aviator is designed as a primary rear-wheel-drive system. This unique format provides handling dynamics unlike any other crossover SUV around.

The adjustable fully independent suspension provides comfort and confidence in any setting, but offers drivers the ability to select a precisely tuned setting to match the current driving conditions.

The Lincoln Corsair is not your typical luxury SUV. This compact vehicle is designed to give you some of the most impressive design features not available in other vehicles in its class. Here are just a couple of examples of how the Corsair provides a superior driving and riding experience.

The Corsair is one of the few vehicles in its class that comes with autofold side mirrors. This ingenious design allows the side mirrors to automatically fold when the vehicle is parked. This allows the side mirrors to be better protected when your vehicle is parked.