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If you’re considering acquiring a new BMW, you should know ahead of time that your vehicle is eligible for protection under one of several different service and maintenance plans offered by BMW. BMW of Anchorage is authorized to handle service and repairs through the BMW program, and we invite you to bring your BMW-branded vehicle to us if it’s ever in need of maintenance.

The letter "W" and the preceding and following numbers might mean little to the average driver. However, the indicators on a container of motor oil reflect an important bit of information. The letter/number combo refers to the viscosity ratings.

Keeping your vehicle clean is part of properly maintaining it, and one place people often neglect to clean is the engine bay. The engine bay is where all the most important components of your vehicle are housed. If you allow dirt and grime to build up over time it can cause issues.

If you own a BMW, you'll have access to a variety of service and maintenance plans including Ultimate Care and Ultimate Care+. Buying a service package means that you can are guaranteed to get service from a trained professional who uses original BMW parts.

You must know a little bit about your vehicle's coolant system and radiator so that you can know what to do when it comes time for service.

The first and most important order of servicing your coolant system is to always make sure the coolant reservoir is topped off with fluid. 

At BMW of Anchorage, our customer's safety is a top priority. If you're in the market for winter tires in Anchorage, AK, getting the right type is essential to optimize safety.

Studded snow and ice tires have metal studs housed inside the tread for increased traction.

Dark roads, fog and rain are all conditions which damper your visibility while driving in the Anchorage, AK region. Taking precautions before you set out on the road could help better your safety while driving.

A weekly check to see if your vehicle headlights are working properly could help you to see better on the road or to avoid a possible ticket for a light being out. Dealerships like BMW of Anchorage specialize primarily on the make of your vehicle. We issue and mail out recalls you can have checked which help to prevent possible system failures. 

The last thing that you want is to be stranded in Anchorage, AK during the dead of winter, but that is what you are risking when you drive with a tank almost out of gas. These are things to consider about not getting a full tank of gas in the winter, and the BMW of Anchorage team is here to help.

An empty fuel tank means the back of your vehicle is lighter, and that makes it harder for the tires in the rear to hug the road. A full tank of gas can give the back that added weight…

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It is very important to get your seasonal maintenance taken care of before the winter season arrives. But a word of advice that can be of great help to you during this very tricky and dangerous season is to have an emergency kit in your vehicle. It is of the utmost importance that your vehicle is in peak condition for this inclement weather, but it is equally important to have the necessary equipment in case…

Here at BMW of Anchorage, we want to make sure you have the chance to enjoy the very best performance from your vehicle, whether it is a truck, SUV, sedan, or sports car. The needs of drivers can vary greatly in this regard, and correct tires on your vehicle are critical, as braking times and distances can be seriously affected when the wrong tires are installed.