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The alternator serves a valuable purpose in a car and other vehicles. You could say an alternator serves a vital purpose by supporting another essential part, the battery. When a car is running, the alternator provides power to the battery, so it doesn't die.

Originally designed to reach out to the driver and alert emergency services in case of an accident, OnStar retains those vital abilities and has become much more. In partnership with General Motors, and available on every new and many pre-owned Cadillac models, Sunset Cadillac Bradenton customers can expect those great OnStar services, and much more. Learn more here.

It has probably happened to every car owner in Bradenton, FL. You wake up in the morning to find that the battery on your vehicle is dead. You need to charge it, but there are a few tips from Sunset Cadillac Bradenton you should keep in mind. Here's how to safely proceed.

If you have ever checked the pressure in your tires, you have probably realized that it is quite easy for all four of them to be a different level. When that happens for too long, the tread can begin to wear unevenly. This is yet another reason that you will want to have your tires rotated.

Simply put, without air filters for your cabin and engine, your vehicle would not be as efficient or safe to drive. These air filters play a crucial role in keeping dust, particles, dirt, debris, and pollutants out of your car. Failure to replace the air filters when recommended by the manufacturer or when they are overly contaminated can lead to unnecessary damage to your engine and poor air quality in your cabin.

It's really important to have a good seal between a number of different parts on an automobile. Whether you’re trying to prevent air or fluids from getting out of a specific area, gaskets are the part that provides this extra layer of protection. Automotive gaskets can be made in many different shapes and sizes. 

Don't assume that your vehicle doesn't need an oil change from Sunset Cadillac of Bradenton if you haven't been driving it. Old oil in your engine isn't healthy for your vehicle no matter how often you're getting behind the wheel. It's important that you have an oil change done every six months or 1000 miles.

The 2021 Cadillac Escalade is an all-new redesign of Cadillac's flagship SUV.  While the vehicle won't be released until later this year, Cadillac has released the Cadillac Escalade Visualizer to allow customers to get a firsthand view of the newly redesigned Escalade. If you have tried out the 2021 Cadillac Escalade Visualizer and picked out your perfect Cadillac, contact us today to make it a reality.

Every vehicle requires regular maintenance. From oil changes to brake service, fluid services and tires, your Cadillac driving experience and vehicle performance will stay in tip-top shape with our Cadillac certified services. So, we are open to serve you! Here at Sunset Cadillac, we go beyond outstanding maintenance and service during these unusual times.