Gov. M. Jodi Rell has proclaimed the week of Sept. 8–13
“Stevens Auto Group Safety Awareness Week in the State of Connecticut," the dealer said.
Dealer principal David H. Stevens said, in a statement, “this event offers excellent opportunities for families and community members to learn more about safety issues. It is our desire to reduce the number of local deaths and injuries caused by motor-vehicle related trauma. Therefore, in conjunction with The National Automobile of Dealers Association (NADA) and National Child Passenger Safety Week, we are presenting our second annual event. With thousands of children killed or injured each year in car crashes, Stevens Auto Group is stepping up to take action.”

Stevens Safety Week activities will include: free 115 Multi-Point Vehicle Safety Inspection September 8-13 for all makes, models, and years. No appointment is necessary. Visitors seeking a free Safety Inspection on any vehicle can stop by the Service Department, Sept. 8-12 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or on Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reservations can be scheduled by calling (203) 783-5956.

Sept. 13 activities, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. include: a Rotary International “Amber Alert Safe Child ID Program” hosted by Colony Paint’s Bob Bogert and presented by Milford Rotary; a “Tactical Satellite Control Center Truck” presented by the State Police Division; Child Passenger Safety Seat exhibits and information on proper car installation presented by Babies “R” Us; and a DVD exhibit and take-home information on “Driving Skills For Life”, a program created by Ford Motor Company to help new and teen drivers become safe drivers.

All families, community organizations, and businesses are invited and encouraged to attend the week-long events. Visit http://www.stevensauto.com/ for more information.