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When you own a vehicle, you have to make sure you’re staying on top of its maintenance to ensure your vehicle is always in tip-top shape. While getting your oil changed is the most common one, there are plenty of other important services you’ll likely need to get taken care of throughout the life of your vehicle. For example, your tires are an incredibly crucial part of your vehicle. If you live in Hayward, California, or the surrounding area and find yourself in need of tire service, you can get your vehicle’s shoes serviced right here at Hayward Mitsubishi. more What kinds of tire services are there? The following is a list of the most common tire services you might need to take care of during the life of your vehicle: Tire Pressure A lot of modern vehicles feature a Tire Pressure Monitoring System that helps you keep your tires’ air pressure where it should be, but you should make sure to top these off. Tire Rotation Rotating your tires helps them to wear down evenly, thus extending the life of your tires. Ask your technicians to rotate them whenever you come in for an oil change. Tire Balancing It’s important that your tires are distributed evenly around each of your wheels as well, which is what getting your tires balanced handles. You can ask for this at your oil change too. Alignment Technically getting your alignment checked isn’t really a tire service, as it actually makes sure your suspension system is correctly adjusted. But getting it checked and, when necessary, adjusted, helps to avoid uneven wear as well as other issues. Tire Patching If your tire has been damaged, there’s a chance you might be able to keep using it by getting it patched, but this isn’t always the case. Tire Replacement On those occasions when patching just won’t be enough, or your tread has worn down an unsafe amount, you’re going to need to get your tires completely replaced. If you think it’s time to get one of these tire serviced done to your vehicle, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment right here at the Hayward Mitsubishi Service Center.

We’re coming up quickly on the Fourth of July 2022, so if you’re trying to find some events & activities in which to participate for this year’s holiday here in the area of Hayward, CA, we’ve got you covered. There are all kinds of different things to do in San Francisco and other cities around the area, so if you don’t see something you like in our shortlist, you can surely find something to do with another quick search. However you decide to spend your holiday, we simply hope you enjoy yourself and stay safe! more Danville 4th of July Parade If you enjoy parades, there’s one not far away on Hartz Avenue in Danville, California. It kicks off at 9 a.m. and should run until noon on the 4th of July itself. One of the largest Independence Day events in the Bay Area, you’ll enjoy a ton of floats, classic cars, scout troops, marching bands and plenty more! It’s bound to be an enjoyable event, just make sure to get there early so you and your family can scope out a good spot. July 4th Fireworks Dinner Cruise What’s better than a dinner cruise? A dinner cruise with fireworks, of course. Head over to Alameda, California, for a fun and fancy Luxe Cruise Event. The company’s July 4th Fireworks Dinner Cruise includes a dinner buffet, a fireworks show, a cash bar and, of course, the experience of enjoying all of that out on the water. We can’t think of a better way to spend our Independence Day evening. Dockside Fireworks Viewing on the SS Jeremiah O’Brien If the idea of enjoying the Fourth of July festivities on the water intrigues you, but you don’t feel like forking over the cash that a luxury yacht experience requires, consider checking out the Dockside Fireworks Viewing aboard the SS Jeremiah O’Brien. Much more affordable, you’ll be able to enjoy music from the Brassworks Band and see all of the San Francisco fireworks from aboard this World War II Liberty ship. Again, however you decide to spend your holiday, we simply want you to have a great time and remain as safe as you can. Happy Fourth of July from Hayward Mitsubishi!

For the 2022 model year, Mitsubishi introduced an all-new Outlander, and we couldn’t be more pleased. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has been a huge success and a very popular option in the few months since its release, but things will only continue to look up for the nameplate later this year when the all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV follows in its footsteps. With a release date of sometime in the second half of the year, we’re not sure exactly when the model will arrive here at Hayward Mitsubishi, but we cannot wait! more “Since its launch in May 2022, the gasoline version of all-new Outlander has been a homerun, setting sales records monthly even in the face of global supply challenges. When sales begin in the U.S., the 2023 Outlander PHEV will take its place as the flagship of the Mitsubishi fleet. It is the most advanced and best equipped vehicle we have ever sold, and it is the perfect blend of quiet and clean electric motoring, with the range and ease of refueling of a gasoline-powered vehicle.” Mark Chaffin, President & CEO, Mitsubishi Motors North America Preliminary Specs & Features Not a ton of details about the upcoming refreshed Outlander PHEV have been released as of yet. The PHEV will kick things off by picking up where the gas-powered Outlander left off. It will deliver the same number of seats, the same incredible amount of space, the same versatility and comfort, and so on. On top of all that, though, it will of course add benefits and features unique to its electrified nature. Some of the things we do know include, of course, that the PHEV will include the Super All-Wheel Control system that has become standard fare for the brand. Along with that, the vehicle will allow its driver to select from seven different driving modes in order to automatically optimize the vehicle’s driving for different situations, such as weather and road conditions. As more information becomes available regarding the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, we’ll be sure to fill you in. Remember to pre-order your model now if you know you’ll be interested, otherwise simply give us a call to let us know you might be interested and we’ll be sure to keep you updated. We look forward to seeing you in the driver’s seat of your new Outlander PHEV!

We’ve actually got a pretty massive selection of pre-owned vehicles in stock right now, and we typically always do have a nice collection of used models from which to choose. This is especially true for our array of used SUVs & crossovers. There has been a shift in the automotive industry from small cars to utility vehicles over the past several years, so much so that there are far more of the latter both on the roads and in production than the former these days. So, if you’re shopping for a used utility vehicle here in Hayward, California, or the surrounding area, you can find them right here at Hayward Mitsubishi. more What kinds of used SUVs are available? When it comes to utility vehicles on the market today, there are far more modern crossovers than traditional SUVs, but that doesn’t mean the latter has completely disappeared. Some of the most popular SUVs out there are models like the Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner, Chevy Tahoe & Suburban, GMC Yukon, Cadillac Escalade and so on. These models are typically built more for capability and off-road performance with less of an emphasis on fuel economy. All of the models we’ve listed here had at least one unit available in our inventory when we wrote this, so while we can’t tell you exactly what’s in our inventory at the time you’re reading this, it should give you an idea of what cycles through our lot. What kinds of used crossovers are available? There are far more crossovers than traditional SUVs on the market, so it wouldn’t be prudent to go out and list a bunch of the models that are available right now. Almost every brand in the industry today has at least one crossover available on its lineup, so you’re bound to find something you like right here in our used vehicle inventory. This includes premium brands like Acura, Audi and BMW, true luxury brands like Jaguar, Land Rover and Mercedes-Benz and popular brands like Hyundai, Honda, Ford and so on. Head over to our online inventory where you can find each and every vehicle available at our dealership. See what’s available and don’t be afraid to give us a call if you have any questions or can’t find something specific, we’d be happy to help you search. If you do find what you’re looking for, you can even purchase your vehicle right here online.

A lot of the sedans and small cars on the market have been getting phased out over the past several years, and that includes right here on the Mitsubishi lineup. The Lancer was discontinued in 2017, the Galant and Eclipse before that in 2012, and so on. But the Mitsubishi Mirage and Mirage G4 continue to be excellent choices from the automaker for those car shoppers still looking to get behind the wheel of a traditional car. In fact, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 even received a few updates for the 2022 model year, so we thought we’d highlight what’s new in the subcompact sedan. more New Standard Features When it comes to the Mirage G4 as a whole, the main change for the 2022 model year is the addition of a vanity mirror to the passenger side visor of every trim level, as well as the introduction of welcome and departure lighting. In addition, certain trim levels will now offer automatic headlights and rain-sensing windshield wipers as standard features. This includes both the SE and BE trims. That brings us to the final and most exciting change for the 2022 model year, as BE is a brand-new trim level for this model year. You’ve possibly heard of Black Edition Mitsubishi models in the past, and now you can get a 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Black Edition. Black Edition Features The Black Edition trim level is a special trim level that adds unique design cues to the LE trim level, which is one step beneath it on the list of trim levels. Below is a list of the features found in the Black Edition: 15” black alloy wheels, featuring matching lug nuts and locks Black spoiler Black mirror caps Red grille accents Red cloth door trim inserts Window-switch panels with the aesthetic of carbon Piano-black console and vent trim Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, featuring red stitching Special fabric seating surfaces, featuring red stitching If you have any questions about the new 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4, don’t hesitate to give us a call right here at the Hayward Mitsubishi sales desk. We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you in the driver’s seat of a brand new Mitsubishi!

Now that we’re a few months into the 2022 calendar year, it’s time for the 2023 model year to start kicking into gear. While we’re not exactly sure when the new version will be available, we do now have information on a slightly updated 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross that will soon be coming right here to Hayward Mitsubishi! Not a ton has changed, but there are a few exciting enhancements that we’re stoked to be able to share with you. more New Features & Design Cues For starters, the biggest and most exciting enhancement coming to the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is the standardization of the Super All-Wheel Control system. This is Mitsubishi’s version of the traditional all-wheel drive system, which should help instill you with confidence and comfort of mind each time you hit the road behind the wheel of your new Eclipse Cross. In addition to the standard S-AWC system, Mitsubishi has redesigned the 18” alloy wheels that are featured on the Eclipse Cross. The LED headlights and fog lights are now standard on the model, and both front and side trim pieces on select trims have been further refined in the vehicle. These are all exciting changes and enhancements that we cannot wait to see for ourselves when the new vehicle arrives here in Hayward. Be sure to get in touch with us if you think you might be interested in one when they become available, that way we can make sure you are kept up to date with information on its availability once it begins to ship across the country. We look forward to its arrival and to helping you get behind the wheel of your next new Mitsubishi vehicle!

While getting your oil changed might be the most important and well-known service you need to get taken care of when you own a vehicle, it’s certainly not the only one. There are plenty of regular maintenance services that you need to stay on top of when you have a vehicle of your own. Another key service that needs to be taken care of on a regular basis is getting your alignment checked. It might not always need to be adjusted or tweaked, but you should get it checked regularly just in case. If you need to get your alignment checked in Hayward, California, or the surrounding area, you can do so right here at Hayward Mitsubishi. more What does getting your alignment check involve? The term ‘alignment’ isn’t a very descriptive one in the automotive world. So, what exactly is your alignment? It is a term that refers to the angles of your wheels on their axles. The manufacturer has certain specifications that your alignment should adhere to, but sometimes with prolonged use certain things might knock our alignment out of whack. That’s why it’s important to have it checked regularly. In most cases, it will be just fine. But if you drove through a big pothole and it knocked one of your wheels’ angles off a little, the alignment will need to be adjusted back to the OEM specifications. How can I tell if my wheel alignment is off? While keeping on a regular schedule for checking your alignment is key, you can also pay attention to a few telltale signs that your alignment is off and bring it in early. The following are a few signs that your alignment isn’t where it should be: Vehicle is pulling to one side Steering wheel remains off-center Tires are excessively worn down in certain spots Steering precision seems loose Stay on top of your regular services and pay attention to these signs and your vehicle’s alignment should be just fine!

It’s no secret that the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is one of the best-equipped, best-selling and most connected vehicles that Mitsubishi has ever built. With that in mind, the brand has a tradition that goes way back in which they introduce a special Black Edition trim level on vehicles that fit that bill. So, for the 2022 model year, the Outlander will now be available with its very own Black Edition. This bolder, blacked-out version of the vehicle adds a few great features and exclusive design cues, check out the list below. more Black Edition Enhancements In addition to everything that is included on the SE trim level, the following enhancements are available in the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Black Edition: Dual-zone Climate Control Power Panoramic Sunroof Available Super All-wheel Control Black front and rear bumper garnish Black door handle trim Black side mirrors Black headliner Black pillars 20’ black alloy wheels Black Edition Specifications Since the Black Edition version of the 2022 Outlander is built on the SE trim level, it comes equipped with the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. That means it’s capable of generating 181 horsepower alongside 181 pound-feet of torque. It’s able to achieve 24 miles per gallon through the city and 27 mpg on the highway for a combined 31 mpg, but those numbers drop to 24/26/30 mpg when equipped with the optional Super All-Wheel Control drive system. If you think you might be interested in a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Black Edition of your own, don’t hesitate to check out our online inventory or give us a call here at the sales desk to let us know. We cannot wait to see you behind the wheel!

Whether you’re interested in one of the new Mitsubishi models we have available in our inventory, or perhaps are considering one of the many different kinds of used vehicles we have to offer, we’re pleased to let you know you can buy a vehicle online right here at Hayward Mitsubishi. While it’s still a relatively new concept, buying your next vehicle online shouldn’t be a scary thought. If you’re located in Hayward, CA, or the nearby area, you can go through the whole process of buying a vehicle right here on our website. more New Vehicle Inventory Here at Hayward Mitsubishi, we obviously specialize in Mitsubishi vehicles. You can find all the members of its 2022 model year lineup (or whatever model year might be current when you’re reading this) in our new vehicle inventory, as long as they’re in stock. That includes models like the different Outlander vehicles, the Eclipse Cross and both versions of the Mitsubishi Mirage. Used Vehicle Inventory Our used vehicle inventory is quite a bit more diverse than our new stock. We can never guarantee a specific vehicle will be available, but we’ve always got a nice variety of vehicles in all different shapes and sizes, from a multitude of makes and models. Whether you’re looking for a car or truck, a modern crossover or a traditional SUV, maybe even a van or a convertible, we’ve probably got your covered here at Hayward Mitsubishi. Give us a call at the sales desk if you have any questions about how the online shopping process works here at Hayward Mitsubishi, otherwise just head over to our inventory and try to find the perfect vehicle to meet your needs. We look forward to getting your next new set of keys into your hands at your earliest convenience!

We’re super stoked to be able to offer the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV here in Hayward, California. Electrified vehicles are becoming more and more prevalent and popular throughout the industry, and we cannot wait to see more of you driving these off the lot! One of the most exciting features of this new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is its multiple driving modes, which can be selected by the driver to adjust the vehicle’s dynamics for different driving conditions. Read on below to learn about which different driving modes are available in the electrified crossover. more Driver Selectable Modes There are six different modes that the driver can choose to shift their vehicle into while on the road. These include Sport Mode, Snow Mode, Lock Mode, ECO Mode, Battery Save Mode and Battery Charge Mode. Each of these modes adjusts certain things within the vehicle in order to prioritize one or two different aspects of driving. Check out what each mode is for in the below list. Sport Mode: enhanced performance and handling Snow Mode: maximized traction Lock Mode: higher traction, increased assurance ECO Mode: increased efficiency Battery Save Mode: prioritizes gasoline, conserves energy Battery Charge Mode: generates electricity to charge lithium-ion battery pack Drive System Modes In addition to the driver selectable modes we’ve already talked about, the vehicle is also equipped with a relatively unique drive system that has three different modes designed to optimize performance and efficiency during certain conditions. These modes are EV Drive Mode, which only utilizes the twin motors, Series Hybrid Mode, which utilizes the twin motors and the internal combustion generator, and Parallel Hybrid Mode, which utilizes the gasoline-powered engine and is supported by the twin motors. Your 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV can always be optimized for the situation in which you are driving, which is a huge bonus on top of all the other great advantages the vehicle has to offer. If you think you might be interested in one for yourself, don’t hesitate to contact us today. You can view the drive modes on the 2023 Outlander PHEV here!

One of the most important things to remember when you own a vehicle is when you should be getting the oil changed. Engines need oil in order to work, and that oil needs to be clean to work effectively. The longer you go between oil changes, the dirtier your oil and oil filter will get, leading to potential issues within the engine that you definitely don’t want to deal with. It’s important to stay on top of this regularly scheduled maintenance to avoid higher repair or replacement costs down the road. If you’re looking for someplace to get your oil changed in Hayward, CA, look no further than right here at Hayward Mitsubishi! more How often should I get my Mitsubishi oil changed? The answer to this question will always vary depending on which vehicle we’re talking about as well as what type of oil you utilize. The general rule of thumb in the modern automotive industry is every six months or 7,500 miles, but you might need to follow a tighter schedule than that, or perhaps can even go longer than that all depending on the aforementioned variables. It’s important to check your owner’s manual for specific recommendations on your maintenance schedule, or just give us a call at the service desk if you still have questions. What else should be done with an oil change? When you change your oil, you’re pretty much guaranteed to also be replacing your oil filter, but you can ask your service technician if that’s included just to make sure. Whenever you do bring your vehicle in for an oil change, it’s a great time to get a couple of other things taken care of as well. This is a good time to get your tires rotated, for example. And you might as well ask them to give your vehicle a multi-point inspection while they’re at it, so that any other unforeseen problems can be brought to light and potentially addressed. Ready to get your oil changed? Schedule an appointment right here on our website today, or give us a call at the desk. We look forward to hearing from you.

With dozens and dozens of different manufacturers out there making hundreds upon hundreds of models, finding the perfect vehicle for you can be tough. There are just so many options! If you’re shopping for pre-owned vehicles in the Hayward, CA, area, then you’ll be pleased to know that we offer much more than new models from our namesake here at Hayward Mitsubishi. In fact, we have a massive selection of used cars, trucks, utility vehicles and so on available for you to peruse right here on our website. more What types of vehicles are available? With the vast collection of pre-owned vehicles we have available here at Hayward Mitsubishi, you’d be hard-pressed not to find something that meets your needs. Looking for a car? We’ve got sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, convertibles and more. Utility vehicle? We’ve got SUVs, crossovers, wagons, minivans, pickup trucks and so on. Due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, we can’t guarantee a certain make, model or body style, but we feel pretty confident that we’ve got a lot of bases covered. Are they only used Mitsubishi models? While our new inventory revolves around the Mitsubishi brand, with models like the all-new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander available in our showroom, we carry a wide array of different makes and models in our pre-owned inventory. In the market for a luxury brand? We’ve got those in spades. Looking for a used Honda Odyssey? We might have that. Do we carry Mitsubishi used models? Of course, but there are no restrictions on what you might find. In other words, no matter what type of vehicle you’re looking for, regardless of make, model, style, and so on, make sure to check out our online inventory because there’s a good chance we could have something to meet your needs!