Posted on 11/1/2018
With winter approaching, it's best to prepare your car for the conditions that could cause damage to your vehicle or jeopardize your safety. Below are some tips that can get you ready for the colder season: 1) Check your car's engine antifreeze and coolant levels. These liquids will keep your engine from freezing when there are colder temperatures. Most auto supply stores have kits that will allow you to check coolant levels. Your car's manual will also give you instructions on how to check coolant levels on your own. Adding antifreeze is a relatively simple thing to do. 2) Having a “winter supply” box in your vehicle is an important safety tip should you have some problems due to winter conditions on the road. Some items could include: A flashlight A radio A charged cell phone for 911 calls A first-aid kit Road flares A change of warm clothes for the driver A few extra pairs of gloves A few blankets A bag of sand (for traction) An extra ... read more