5 Reasons Why the Chrysler Pacifica Is Great for Families

Despite the meteoric rise of Crossover SUVs, families know nothing replaces a minivan's ability to shuttle children, with all their stuff, in comfort. The family minivan segment has resurrected into a highly competitive market. We've rounded up some of our favorite reasons the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica is the perfect van for a family. 1. Protecting Precious Cargo Minivans are tasked with an important role; safely transporting our families through daily life. Chrysler takes that responsibility seriously. The 2019 Chrysler Pacifica was named IIHS Top Safety Pick, with the 2020 Pacifica earning the NHTSA overall Five Star Safety Rating. If safety awards don't impress, Chrysler packs enough safety technology into the 2020 Pacifica, even residents of the International Space Station would do a double take! For 2020, Chrysler makes available full-speed forward collision warning with active braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, and a 360-degree surround-view camera. This is as close as one can get to a fully automated vehicle and still be considered “driving!” more 2. Since We're Talking Tech Parents know the secret to a “good day,” is ensuring children are entertained during the busy morning/evening commute or on long road trips. No parent wants to hear the dreaded, “I'm bored,” when they're still an hour from home! When choosing the Pacifica, families get to bring their Living room on the road. The Chrysler Pacifica boasts the most advanced entertainment system in its class. For 2020, Chrysler offers the available Class-Exclusive Uconnect Theater, which includes dual 10-inch HD touchscreens with a Blu-ray player, dual HDMI inputs, wireless headphones, wireless streaming, Bluetooth remotes, and built-in games/apps. In the Pacifica, kids get to be kids, and adults can drive in peace. 3. Can We Live Here? If your family needs plenty of room, then Pacifica is your chariot! The 2020 Pacifica offers more cargo space than any full-size SUV. Ingenious stow-n-go seating comes standard, allowing storage underneath the floor, and the ability to configure the rear with a completely flat loading floor. Boasting 234 seating configurations, families who enjoy camping can leave the tents at home, and enjoy the outdoors from a comfy interior. 4. More Driving, Less Fueling Traditional minivans had the reputation of being plagued with poor fuel economy. The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica crushes that reputation! The 2020 Pacifica, configured with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine, claims the throne with a class-leading highway fuel economy, achieving up to 28 mpg. Do the kids want to go further? Opt for the Pacifica Hybrid, achieving up to 82 mpg! Choose the 2020 Pacifica and your family will only be stopping at a gas station for snacks! The 2020 Pacifica's class-leading features cement it as the standout family minivan of the future. If your family is looking for the whole package, make your children proud; put a Pacifica in your driveway today. Visit Darcars Automotive Group for more details on the Pacifica.

Silver Spring, Maryland is home to over 50 pieces of street art. Street art refers to visual art that has been created in a public space outside of your typical art venues.  Here is a brief list of where to find some of the most interesting street art in Silver Spring. more A Brushstroke of Discovery When artist Narcissus Quagliata was hired to create the 170-foot outside mural on the Discovery Communications Headquarters Building, he was given the opportunity to live on in Silver Spring history forever. The vibrant painting was done on enamel overlaying steel. This piece includes a variety of art forms and focuses on our planet's history. You can find this unique street art at 8500 Colesville Road. The Hand The Hand is a sculpture with a story. It was created by artist Ray Kaskey with help from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. It's a take on the story of Noah and the Ark from the Bible and was created based on the part in the story where Noah releases the doves from the arc. The giant bronze hand can be found at 1325 East-West Highway. Botero Ballerinas This beautiful kinetic sculpture, created for The Premier Apartment complex, is moved by wind. It was made to celebrate life and the sense of community. The sculptures are made of steel and move with any breeze. They show off beautiful lights and evoke the delicate feeling of the feminine form. Symbolizing the beauty of a ballerina and human interaction, the Botero Ballerinas can be found at 8711 Georgia Avenue. East/West Beacon This towering 35-foot high sculpture was designed and created by the artist Ray King to greet the busy travelers on the East/West Highway. The illuminated, freestanding piece is constructed of stainless steel and holographic glass. It's laminated with a light-refracting film that glows a beautiful iridescent color. This brilliantly designed beacon can be found driving down the highway or in person at 1200 East/West Highway. Acorn Park All that's left of Francis Preston Blair's estate is the lovely Acorn Park. It's nestled up against the Silver Spring Discovery Building. There's a small park, a gazebo, and a collection of murals. The murals consist of five different panels created by the artist Mame Cohalon. The Caldor Company restored the park and gazebo and these can be found at 1190 East-West Highway. Coastline Coastline, also known as the Wave Pool, is not only a piece of street art but also an educational tool. This work was commissioned by Foulger Pratt Companies and created by Jim Sanborn. The water environment replicates a 65-foot coastline with waves so you can envision the workings of a coastline. You can find this piece at 1301 East-West Highway. There are so many different works of art in the area that allow you to glimpse into the mind of an artist. We hope that if given the chance, you choose to check out some of the lovely pieces of interesting street art in Silver Spring. Some rights reserved by Elvert Barnes

You've earned your learner's permit, and you're now halfway to becoming a licensed driver. It's a very exciting time, but this excitement can be tinged with worry. Every student worries. We know this, and we'd like to share some of our top tips with all our student drivers in Silver Spring, MD. These tips will help you as you're working through the months before you can take your driver's test. Practice When you've earned your learner's permit, the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) requires a gap before you can apply for your driver's test. While many students want to rush straight to their driver's test, this imposed delay is both helpful and important. To apply for your driver's test, you have to show that you've completed a driver's education course and have sixty hours of practical driving experience. The 18-month restriction allows you plenty of time to complete these necessary steps and to gain even more hours of driving practice. Driving is a learned skill, and with any skill, the more you practice, the better you will get at it. You have to practice with a licensed driver over 21 years old, but we're sure that your family and friends will be very eager to help you. more Don't Stress Stress is a part of life. Any time someone is faced with a problem, or something they don't fully understand, stress is a natural reaction. It's important, however, not to let stress become a problem. You've learned and already proven that you understand the rules that govern driving by gaining your learner's permit. This shows that you know what you're doing. When you understand something, stress is no longer an issue. Stress can cloud your judgment, reduce your reaction times, and make it difficult to enjoy your time behind the wheel. If you focus on the positive, the knowledge and understanding you already have, your stress level will reduce. Try to relax and enjoy the feeling that each day you'll learn something new about driving. You'll also be another day closer to your driving test. Always Ask Questions One of the quickest and easiest ways to learn is to ask questions. If there's something about driving you don't understand, always ask someone. When you're learning, there's no such thing as a wrong or stupid question. If you ask family, friends, or your driving instructor about driving, they'll be happy to help you. At one point, every driver was in the same position you are. Your family, friends, and instructors all want to help you. If you don't ask questions, you could make errors. These errors could even result in failing your driver's test. No one wants that to happen, so ask, learn, and make your driver's test a great success. We’re Your Go-to Car Dealership in Silver Spring, MD These are a few tips that we know will help you. When you start looking for a new car in MD, head to DARCARS Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Silver Spring to explore new Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Wagoneer, and RAM vehicles.