Colorado can be the most beautiful state when winter arrives, but it takes some dedicated attention to ensure you can enjoy it safely. Knowing how to drive in the heavy snow that comes with the Rocky Mountains requires a fair amount of preparation. Follow winter driving tips correctly, and you can relish the holiday spirit no matter the conditions.

• Preparation: Proper cold winter driving begins before you ever shift into gear. Keep cold-weather clothing, food and water and blankets on hand to stay safe in case you are unable to make it where you need to go. You will also want to have any helpful tools on hand, like an ice scraper, flashlight or small shovel in case the weather leaves you stranded away from home.
• On the Road: Once you are actually driving on Colorado roads, exercise caution at every stop and around every turn. Be aware of how severe conditions are, and keep in mind how starting and stopping will be affected. It is much easier to correct slides at lower speeds, so allowing for more space from the car ahead of you will give you more time to react. Stopping on hills, accelerating through turns, and going hard on the brakes could all lead to problems.
• Long Distances: When you venture out for long distances and the weather is working against you, make sure you go over your checklist before you leave. Equip the necessary emergency gear, look at your fuel level and check the weather before you go. Tell friends and family when you are leaving, where you are traveling and when you should arrive. If you fail to show, they will know where to find you.
• If You Find Yourself in a Jam: In the event that you are stuck, take time to assess the situation before you act prematurely. Do what you can to enhance visibility so you and your car remain safe and can be found by roadside assistance. Stay warm by putting on layers and keep fuel usage to a minimum by only running the car when necessary.

Often the best defense for winter driving in Colorado is having a car that can handle the roads. INFINITI can answer that call, with loads of amenities built for control. Look to the likes of the 2020 standouts, like the QX50 or the QX80, available with features to keep you protected like Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and Predictive Forward Collision Warning.

And when you purchase a new INFINITI, you get free 24/7 roadside assistance in case the conditions prove too much. We will be there to get you back on your journey, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. You will even get another two years of assistance, accessible during regular dealership hours, just for doing business with us at INFINITI OF DENVER.

Get the most you can out of the beautiful Colorado winters with support from INFINITI OF DENVER. Contact our INFINITI dealership today to ensure you enjoy this winter season with a smooth and safe drive.

Great news, car buyers! The all new 2020 INFINITI QX60 is available now at INFINITI OF DENVER, and it's more luxurious and tech-savvy than ever. There are 4 different models available, including the QX60 PURE, QX60 PURE AWD, QX60 LUXE, and the QX60 LUXE AWD.  In comparison to it's competitors, the all new QX60 rises up against all with it's 11/13 available safety features, whereas every other only has 8/13. This SUV has an exclusive cabin with unmatched interior design, three rows of seats, and also can come with a theater package to keep the young-ins entertained.  The 2020 QX60 is family friendly and the perfect vehicle to take on your next family adventure. Take a closer look at some of the key features below. 

Safety 

One key feature in the abundance of safety features is the Around View Monitor With Moving Object Detection, which delivers intuitive technology that helps to make parking easier by placing four cameras around the vehicle to give you a virtual 360 bird's eye view on your display. Another feature is the Backup Collision Intervention, which gives you awareness in every direction while backing up by detecting a potential collision with visual and audible alerts. The Blind Spot Warning is another safety feature you can't miss out on having, which alerts you when vehicles are detected in your blind spot area. Another great feature would be the Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, which cannot only measure the distance between you and the vehicle in front of you as well as the speed of both vehicles - it can also capture movement from a pedestrian directly ahead in your lane of travel, helping you detect a potential frontal collision. As well as audible and visual warnings, the vehicle will also partially apply the brakes if they are not applied, even fully braking if necessary. These are just a few of the safety features in the QX60, but you can learn more about the others here. 

Versatility

If you're looking for a vehicle with style and versatility, the QX60 is the SUV for you. You will have the convenience of Hands-Free Entry, for those times when you have your hands full and need to get access to your trunk. With just a simple swing of your foot under the rear bumper, the Motion Activated Liftgate automatically opens and gives you immediate entry to your cargo space. If you have a big family or find yourself always driving company around, you will always have access to Three Rows and 7 seats. The Adaptable Cargo Spaces are also a key feature in the 2020 QX60, making it so you can fold the second and third rows to accommodate for your next adventure.  Personal Entertainment is also available (if so equipped) to keep the kiddos in the back seat happy, with optional dual 8-inch screens where they can enjoy movies or games. For those cold Colorado Winters, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive is here to assist, which monitors wheel spin, throttle position and speed, and diverts up to 50% of the available power to the rear wheels when conditions are less than optimal. These are just a few of the versatility features in the QX60, but you can learn more here.

Schedule a test drive in the all new 2020 QX60 today at INFINITI OF DENVER!

With our beautiful summers that we're lucky to get in Colorado, you have to drive the perfect car to go along with the great weather. Although all of our INFINITIS are excellent to drive, there are a few that are especially fun to drive in the summertime. Whether it be the body style or the amount of horsepower the vehicle has, here are a few of our favorite INFINITIS to drive during the summer.

The Q60 Coupe

Everyone could probably assume this is a no-brainier since it's always fun to ride in a coupe in beautiful warm weather, but there really is something special about driving a luxurious, fast car on a gorgeous day through the mountains of Colorado. Inside the hood of the Q60 lives the award winning 3.0 liter twin-turbo V6 Engine, and the car generally runs at 300 horsepower. If you want to kick it up a notch, you should take the Q60 Red Sport out for a test drive. The Red Sport has the same engine as the regular coupe but with 400 horsepower, so it's quite the fun car to take out for a spin. Acceleration is instant and feels limitless and it is definitely one of the most comfortable coupes on the market, moving the seats at just the push of a button. Both coupes also have the option to come with a sunroof so you can really enjoy that summer breeze! For more research on the 2019 coupe, click here.

The Q50

If you're looking for a vehicle that's a little more spacious than the coupe but not quite an SUV, the Q50 is the INFINITI for you! This 4 door sedan is one of our most popular vehicles and has a sleek and sporty feel to it. For the standard Q50, it runs at around 200 horsepower and just as most of our vehicles, it also has the famous V6 twin-turbo engine. If you're wanting to up the torque, try out the Q50 Red Sport, running at 400 horsepower. Some of the features in the Q50 include Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, 26 highway miles per gallon, and the Dynamic Digital Suspension. On top of these key features and the many other safety features the Q50 provides, you also get an immense amount of cargo space. As a matter of fact, if you and a friend want to go golfing this summer, you both can fit your golf bags in the trunk! Overall, the Q50 is an excellent choice and one of the most luxurious and sportiest sedans on the market. To learn more about the all new Q50, click here.

The QX50 

The 2019 QX50 is generally a great car to have year round and is probably the most popular car we sell. There is tons of storage space, lots of safety features, and plenty of new technologies embedded in the car. If so equipped, you even have the option to have Heads Up Display, which projects a semi-transparent readout of key information onto the lower windshield. Another great feature in the new QX50 is the ProPilot Assist, which helps keep the QX50 centered in its lane and a set distance from the traffic in front of you, even around curves. Although this car is great to have in the winter due to the Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, because of its sleek look and all of its unique features this is also a great car to ride around in all summer long. You will also be wow-ed at how large the sun-roof is, almost stretching to the back of the car, which is perfect for letting in those warm summer breezes. If you would like to learn more about the all new QX50, click here.

Every season has its own hardships for cars, but winter has to be the hardest. Between the cold, the icy roads, the thick snow layers, and the way road salt can rust steel, cars have a lot to deal with when the winter months come around. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to protect your vehicle from the worst of it.

1. Keep Your Vehicle in Your Garage

Many people don't have the option to park their car in a garage, but if you do have a garage you should make sure you're using it for your car and not just for storage. Keeping your vehicle indoors protects it from snow, hail, and freezing rain, plus it usually stays just warm enough to avoid having the windshield frost over. That means you won't have to sit in your car as it warms up and melts the frost off. It also keeps your car from being hit by slush and mud from passing vehicles.

2. Replace Your Old Battery

Cold weather makes batteries less efficient. By the time the temperature hits the freezing point, a battery loses a big part of its power. That means it has less energy available to start the engine, and if your battery is already old and weak it might go dead. Cold temperatures are why most batteries die during winter, and that can be a big problem if you aren't at home or in a crowded parking lot. Fortunately, you can test a battery's strength at home or at a mechanic shop and replace it if it's worn out enough.

3. Keep an Eye on Your Tires

Tires are always losing a little air pressure over time, plus the changing outside temperature can have its own impact on air pressure. Because of these factors, it's important to fill your tires before winter and avoid the uneven wear you get when they're under-inflated. However, you might also want to swap in a set of winter tires. Winter tires have extra treads and different rubber, so they're better at gripping when the road is wet or slippery. Just remember to inflate them to the right pressure when you put them on.

4. Keep the Wipers in Good Shape

Your windshield wipers are important in winter, partly because of needing to move snow off your windshield and partly because cars can kick up muddy slush onto your windshield while driving in front of you. However, wiper blades don't stay in good shape for very long, and after a few months, they can start to stiffen and crack. If a wiper is missing a big part of your windshield, that means it's getting stiff. Keeping the snow off your window is important, so go ahead and replace the wiper blades if they aren't up to the task.

There are other things you can do to protect your vehicle once winter ends, like washing it to get off the road salt and sand once the temperature goes above the freezing point. Still, these four tips can each save you a lot of trouble when winter comes along.

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Whether you accidentally left a light on in your car overnight, or your car battery is running out of power due to old age, we all understand how frustrating it can be to have a dead battery. If you ever find yourself in a situation where your car won't start your vehicle may need a jump start. Many are not sure what a jump start entails and end up looking for assistance. With our easy to use infographic, you can quickly learn the proper steps when jumping a dead car battery. If you have any questions or need our assistance, you can always set up a service appointment or contact our service experts at INFINITI OF DENVER.