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Optimizing Your INFINITI's Performance with Regular Oil Changes

At the heart of your INFINITI's superb reliability and performance lies the engine, which must be kept well-lubricated at all times. A lack of fresh motor oil might hinder your INFINITI's performance and potentially lead to more serious engine trouble. Here's a detailed look at the significant benefits provided by routine oil changes at your local INFINITI dealer, plus guidance on how often to change your oil.

Protect Your Engine From Damage

The engine is the most important component in your car. Its complexity of internal moving parts is kept relatively friction-free by the motor oil. If you forget to change your oil even once, the engine will be unprotected and friction will rapidly rise, possibly causing significant wear and tear. This damage is permanent unless components are repaired and replaced: a costly operation.

By minimizing friction and cleaning the engine, the motor oil also helps the cooling system combat overheating. Without fresh motor oil, the coolant struggles to control the temperature alone. It becomes more likely that your engine will overheat, which can be catastrophic for any vehicle engine.

Keep Your Engine Running Smoothly

The motor oil keeps your engine running optimally, generating maximum power efficiently, mile after mile. The responsive acceleration and effortless high speeds of your INFINITI would be diminished by aging, deteriorating motor oil.

Improve Your Car's Fuel Efficiency

When performing at its best with fresh oil, your engine produces maximum power output for each gallon of gas it burns through. This keeps gas mileage optimized and saves you money on monthly fuel expenditure.

Extend the Longevity of Engine and Car

When your engine is protected against wear and tear, it lasts longer in good condition. This typically extends the lifespan of the entire vehicle, as when an engine finally fails, it often spells the end for the rest of the car.

Bolster the Resale Value of Your INFINITI

If you ever want to sell your INFINITI in the future, perhaps to trade in for a newer INFINITI model, it's vital to keep your oil fresh with routine changes. When a used car buyer inspects a car, they study the vehicle history report, which informs them of any missed oil services. This due diligence is considered especially important with luxury cars.

Visit Your INFINITI Dealer Twice a Year for Fresh Oil

Most drivers follow the rule of thumb of biannual visits to their local dealership to change motor oil. If you put your oil under excess pressure with regular short drives or commutes in busy traffic, you may need to refresh your oil even more frequently.

Your luxury car deserves luxurious care. Visit INFINITI Of Lexington in Lexington, KY, to have your oil promptly refreshed by our specialist technicians. We deliver an exceptional customer experience to match the world-class quality of the INFINITI brand.

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5 Cutting-Edge Features of the 2024 INFINITI QX55

The bold exterior design of the 2024 INFINITI QX55 makes a statement wherever you go, and generous standard technology inside makes every drive more convenient and enjoyable. If you're looking for a stylish crossover coupe with eager handling and a pleasant ride, check out some of the cutting-edge features you'll enjoy when you step inside. 1. Sleek Exterior Styling Wherever you drive the 2024 QX55, you're bound to be the center of attention. It's a sleeker version of the QX50 SUV, with a bold silhouette, accentuated by the sporty fastback design and raked roofline. The origami-influenced grille makes a bold statement in the front, complemented by angled headlamps and dramatically sculpted front fascia. more 2. Standard All-Wheel Drive The QX55 shares its VC-Turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder variable compression-ratio engine and continuously variable transmission with the QX50, but comes with standard all-wheel drive for extra traction control, making is a great choice for all-season commuting. 3. Spacious Interior While the QX55 trades some rear space for exterior style, it's one of the most spacious models in its class, and there's still a surprising amount of room for adults to ride in the rear seat. The second-row seat also slides and reclines, which makes it easier to install child safety seats. The cargo area boasts a 26.9-cubic foot capacity behind the rear seat, offering plenty of room to pack for daily activities and load your weekly grocery haul. 4. Dual-Screen Infotainment System The infotainment system in the QX55 is divided between two screens: the top, controlled by a convenient rotary dial, solely delivers navigation, and the lower touchscreen controls audio and vehicle settings. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, and the 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot makes it easy to stay connected and browse the web wherever you have a signal. Both models above the base trim also come with a 16-speaker Bose sound system for an incredible listening experience. 5. Standard Driver Assistance Technology The 2024 QX55 offers many standard driver assistance features to enhance your drives and provide extra peace of mind, including INFINITI's ProPilot Assist lane-centering technology to help keep you in your intended lane and prevent drifting. Blind-spot monitoring with rear-cross traffic alert helps you change lanes with ease, while standard parking sensors offer more confidence in hectic parking lots. This crossover coupe is a great option for highway commuters who want an SUV that stands out on the road. When you're ready to experience all its cutting-edge features and see why it's a great choice for your next ride, stop by or give us a call at INFINITI of Lexington in Lexington, KY to take the 2024 QX55 for a test drive.

Seasonal Maintenance Tips: Preparing Your Car for Winter with INFINITI Maintenance

As winter approaches, there are certain things you should do to get your car ready for the colder weather. The temperatures in winter drop low enough to impact your tires, and other parts of your car need to be prepared before the cold and snow arrive, too. You can get all the INFINITI maintenance you need at your local INFINITI dealer. Get Winter Tires Lexington winters are snowy and have temperatures that often drop into the low 40s and below, so you need to replace your all-season tires with ones made for winter weather. All-season tires aren't actually made for all seasons. They harden and lose traction when it gets too cold, making it risky to drive even on dry roads. more Winter tires don't harden in cold weather because they're made of a different rubber than summer and all-season tires. They also have deeper tread and more sipes, giving them the ability to drive through snow more easily than all-season and summer tires. Get Your Car Battery Checked It takes more power from your battery to get the engine started in cold weather, so if your battery is already on its last legs, then it'll probably have trouble surviving through the cold season. Make sure you get a battery load test and other battery health checks to see if your battery is healthy enough to survive the winter. If it's not, then replace the battery before the cold weather hits. Inspect your battery throughout the winter for signs of corroded terminals and cables. If your battery dies regularly during winter, then visit the dealer to see if that battery needs to be replaced. Get an Oil Change Cold weather makes motor oil thicker, making it harder for the oil to do its job. Getting regular oil changes is essential to keep the car running smoothly. This is because old oil is thicker than fresh oil, so having oil that's thickened by both age and cold weather definitely isn't good for your car. It can't properly cycle through your engine and lubricate all the parts in the engine if it's too thick. Get Your Belts and Hoses Checked Cold weather can weaken the belts and hoses in your car, so have these components checked before the cold weather hits. If the belts and hoses are cracked or have other signs of weakening, then get them replaced before winter. Get the Windshield Wipers Replaced By winter, your windshield wiper blades are probably in need of replacing. Get new ones if needed, and make sure you have enough windshield wiper fluid for the season ahead. Using rubber-clad blades in winter is a good idea, as they're great for getting ice off the windshield. Ready to get started on your winter maintenance? Visit INFINITI of Lexington in Lexington, KY, or schedule a service appointment online today.

Four Features That Make the 2024 INFINITI QX50 a Luxury SUV Leader

If you're ready to upgrade to a luxury SUV, you'll love everything about the spacious, quiet, and fuel-efficient 2024 INFINITI QX50. This vehicle has the most advanced safety features, innovative technology, plenty of seating, and an impressive amount of cargo space. It's also outfitted with premium materials that will make every trip you take feel like a luxury ride. 1. The Engine and Vehicle Performance The new INFINITI QX50 is a fuel-efficient SUV with an EPA of 25 to 26 combined miles per gallon. It has two available drivetrains in specific trims: the all-wheel-drive and the front-wheel drive. Underneath the hood, there's a turbocharged four-cylinder engine with variable compression. more This VC-turbo engine has 260 hp and 280 pound-feet of torque and a continuous variable automatic transmission. It gets 23 miles per gallon in the city and 29 on the highway in the front-wheel drive version of the INFINITI QX50, and that range only drops one mile per gallon in the all-wheel drive INFINITI QX50. 2. The Interior When you get inside the new INFINITI QX50, you'll find premium materials and luxurious accents at every return. It has quilted leather seats, wood interior accents, reclining seatbacks in the second row, and plenty of cargo space. There's a total of 31.1 ft.³ of cargo space behind the second row and 65.1 ft.³ of cargo space with the second row folding flat, which is enough space to accommodate over 20 carry-on suitcases. 3. The Technology The INFINITI QX50 has the most advanced driver technology. Inside, you'll find a dual touchscreen, a heated steering wheel, Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay compatibility, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a 12 to 16-speaker Bose stereo system. There are also several 12V outlets throughout the vehicle and three USB ports in the front for easy device charging. 4. The Safety Suite Not only is this vehicle accommodating, luxurious, and spacious, but it's also safe. It has an impressive number of driver assistance technology features, including lane departure warnings, lane keeping assist, collision warnings, automatic emergency braking, blindspot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, adaptive cruise control, and more. All these features will work together to act as a second set of eyes on the road, mitigate crashes, and promote the most confident and safest driving experience. Ready to upgrade your driving experience and vehicle ownership with an INFINITI? You can't go wrong with the new QX50 or any other new vehicle in the INFINITI lineup. Our dealership always has the latest inventory and new vehicle specials for drivers who want to finance or lease their next vehicle. Contact us today at INFINITI Of Lexington in Lexington, KY, and learn more about our available inventory.