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Have you ever let an unattractive coating of salt linger on your car for more than a few days? We all have. But that doesn't mean it's good practice.

Most of us understand that letting salt linger on a vehicle isn't good, but few know how damaging this salt can be. Because many local transportation departments that are responsible for clearing snow now use salt brine rather than road salt for melting snow, the effects on motor vehicles are even more harrowing than before. Motorists can expect to see their vehicle's paint flake and bubble and…

As the leaves' colors turn every year, we start receiving questions about the importance of winter tires at Ira Jack Cadillac. For the weather winter brings around Saco, we simply consider winter tires must-have equipment on every vehicle.

All-season tires are not winter tires. In fact, all-season tires should go by a different title. Calling them three-season tires would make better sense. After all, they are built to deal with a range of road conditions that extends from dry pavement on warm days to slush after a weak snowstorm. 

Do not sleep on the power of the Cadillac CT6. This popular luxury sedan is equipped with the impressive powertrain and features that you need to deliver an exciting ride through Saco, ME, or wherever your sense of adventure takes you. Get behind the wheel and rev up the engine when you visit us today at Ira Jack Cadillac.

There are a variety of car seats on the market. They are all designed to help keep your children safe here in Saco, ME, and beyond. That said, the appropriate car seat for your child depends on things such as their age and weight. The team at Ira Jack Cadillac wants to help you make the right choice.

Traveling for work or to visit family this winter doesn’t have to be difficult if you simply take a few basic precautions. We here at Ira Jack Cadillac hope that our tips help you make it safely to your destination every time whether your travels keep you in Saco or send you far afield.

Safe winter driving starts before you ever leave home. Consider upgrading to heavy-duty winter wiper blades and snow tires if you frequently find yourself on the road in snowy or icy conditions. Also, ensure that your battery is fully charged and that you have an…

The Cadillac XT5 is a special SUV. It has become so popular because of the features that are built into its design. If you are looking for a midsize luxury SUV, this is one that you will want to take a look at. It has a powerful engine, comfortable seats, and more than enough technology to go around.

Drivers will love having three different drive modes to choose from. If you are just driving around the city, you can leave it in touring mode. If you suddenly encounter snow and ice, just switch the mode and watch the handling improve…

For such a simple-seeming component, your car's ignition is actually quite complex. Thus, problems at the ignition can reveal themselves in a very vast range of ways. While struggling to get your key into the ignition is an obvious sign of trouble, it is hardly the sole indicator. Waiting for total ignition failure to take action is virtually guaranteed to leave you stranded. 

Whether making a quick trip to the convenience store or buckling up for a cross country adventure, you want your travels to be safe and enjoyable. That should go for your pets too.

Your pets are best protected if they are secured in a crate during travels. However, if Sparky loves hanging his head out the window, it's okay to indulge him. 

Have you been struggling to find the perfect car for you? Are you looking for great performance features such as a variation of driver modes, or an auto stop/start mode? If so, the Cadillac XT5 is the perfect car for you because it has both of these features and more!

There are 3 different driving variations that this vehicle has to offer. There’s a touring mode, for your everyday diving. There’s a snow and ice mode, to help guide you through rough inclement weather. Then there is sport mode, this gives you the ability to travel at…

At some point while owning a vehicle, the battery may fail, which necessitates charging. Charging a battery may involve using the power from another vehicle or using a battery charger. Before using either method, our staff at Ira Jack Cadillac recommends that the car owner located the battery, the positive and negative battery terminals.

When using battery power from another vehicle, the functional vehicle must park as close to the front end of the disabled vehicle as possible. With both vehicles turned off, connect the positive end of the battery cable to the dead battery and the