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Tips for Preparing your Vehicle for Winter Weather

November 22, 2017

For those of us who live in climates where winter really does mean a wet and cold winter, the time has come to make sure your vehicle will survive the harsh weather conditions. Not doing so can put you, your passengers and other road users at risk of a collision, so every responsible automobile owner needs to take the proper steps at this time of year.

From ice and snow, to the wear and tear that can be caused by salt and gravel put down on the roads to combat icy conditions, winter can be a real strain on cars and other vehicles. Now is the best time to start checking that you have everything you need before getting caught in the middle of an early snow storm.

Here’s our best tips to prepare your vehicle for winter driving:

Get your car properly checked out

If you live somewhere that always gets a lot of snow and ice over winter, you really need your car or truck to be properly looked over by a mechanic to make sure there are no problems hiding away that could surface when you’re in a position that might be more difficult to get it fixed later. It might seem like an unnecessary expense but fixing things after the fact could cost you a lot more, and not just financially.

Make sure your lights work

During the summer months, you rarely need your headlights, so it’s easy not to notice when one of your bulbs goes out. However, as winter draws in, the evenings start getting longer and you find yourself using them more frequently. This is when you need to make sure that all of them are working properly and that you have replacement bulbs ready and available. If appropriate for your type of vehicle, this applies to warning lights as well.

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Make sure your windshield is clear

Between the ice, snow, slush, salt, and gravel, winter throws a lot at your windshield, and if you can’t clear it effectively, that can make driving very dangerous for you and everyone else around you. If your wipers aren’t working properly, replace them. When it comes to the frigid cold and poor visibility, you’ll be grateful you did. You also need to make sure you have the right brushes and scrapers for removing snow and ice when your vehicle gets covered. You may even have some stored away from last winter. A tarp or cover might also be useful to place over your car in the worst conditions if you’re vehicle won’t be used for a while.

Make sure your vehicle can drive safely

On your driveway you can battle the conditions using snow blowers or salt spreaders but out on the roads, especially in rural areas, you are likely to be driving on slippery and dangerous surfaces. You need to make sure you have tire chains ready to be put on if you need them, which means keeping them in the trunk of your car just in case.

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Tips for Spring Vehicle Maintenance

April 21, 2017

Spring is finally here and it’s time to make sure your vehicle has made it through the frigid winter months! Now is a good time to top up fluids and clean the engine before the long, hot summer days approach. The cold and wet winter weather may have caused wear and tear on the mechanical parts of your cars, bikes, and trucks, etc, which is what makes spring maintenance checks all the more important. Spotting any areas of concern and having them addressed can prevent potentially costly or dangerous problems in the long run.

So here are some top tips for spring vehicle maintenance to get you ready for warmer weather:

Replace Your Wipers

One part of your car that bears the brunt of the winter weather is your windshield wipers. They get little use in the summer months (hopefully) but are called into action so often during the rain, sleet and snow. Even when it’s dry you can rely on them to wipe away the grit and grime. They generally need replacing every six months or so, but certainly need to be ditched if they’re showing signs of wear and tear. If you can’t clean your windshield, you won’t be able to see properly, and there isn’t anything more important when it comes to driving than that.

Check Your Lights & Mirrors

The arrival of spring means longer days and shorter nights, but it doesn’t mean you’ll never be driving in the dark, so you need to make sure your lights are working properly. The headlights and brake light bulbs will have been used a lot over winter, so they could be close to burning out or may have have already gone. If you need to replace them, make sure you know what type of bulb fits your model of vehicle before you buy any, otherwise you’ll end up wasting money for nothing. When it comes to your mirrors, unless you’ve kept them properly clean over winter, they could need replacing too.

Don’t Forget The Interior

When doing maintenance, it’s important to remember the inside of the vehicle too, which will have taken a beating not from the weather but from the muck, gravel and dirt that you may have brought in each time you used it. So it’s a good opportunity for some spring cleaning, and new brushes to take care of your seats, a wax spray (which will also help with the exterior of your vehicle) for the surfaces and some new floor mats will give you that new car feel all over again. Also if your vehicle has become a bit cluttered over the last few months, why not treat yourself to a storage organizer to help keep everything in its rightful place?

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Tips to Prepare Your Vehicle for Cooler Weather

October 13, 2016

Autumn is here. Leaves are falling from the trees and cooler air is beginning to settle in. Before the snow falls and inclement weather hits, it’s important to prepare your vehicle for the change of seasons. Below are a few tips to help protect and prepare your vehicle for the upcoming winter months.

Windshield Wiper Blades and Fluid – Replace windshield wipers with new ones that will be able to withstand ice and snow build up. Be sure to change your windshield wiper fluid to winter suitable fluid as well. Regular windshield fluid tends to freeze in the colder weather.

Tires – If you live in a climate where there is heavy snowfall, you may want to replace your current tires with snow tires for added safety. If you find that it’s not necessary or you cannot financially afford new tires, you’ll still need to have them checked for alignment, tread depth and air pressure.

Oil – Get your oil changed before the onset of winter. This will also protect your engine and keep it running smoothly.

Antifreeze – Be sure you have enough coolant in your engine to last the winter. A lack of coolant can result in overheating.

Brakes – Have your brakes inspected professionally before winter. With ice, snow and often heavy rainfall, you’ll want to make sure your brakes will not fail.

Winter Supplies – Build a winter emergency kit to keep in the trunk of your vehicle for longer trips. This will ensure that you are ready for hazardous winter conditions. Your kit should include a blanket, shovel, hand broom, flashlight, rope, cat litter for weight to help prevent sliding, emergency flares, jumper cables, cell phone charger and a few bottles of drinking water.

Gas – Throughout the winter season, be sure to keep your gas tank above half full as well. In colder temperatures, a nearly empty gas tank can adversely affect your engine’s power.

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