Max wants to give you five car-care tips in mind as the mercury plummets. You don’t want to be stranded by a dead battery or get into an accident because you can’t see out your windows.
If you haven’t taken some of the mechanical preventive-care steps, do them as soon as you can so you’re prepared for the next big chill. Stop by Maxim Muffler, Wheel & Brake – we can help you out!
- Keep your battery in good shape. Your vehicle’s battery is especially hard hit when the mercury plummets. Cold temperatures reduce its cranking power.
- Replace wiper blades. You have to replace wiper blades more often than you might think.
- Clear the windows. If you can’t see out the windows, you’re a danger to yourself and everyone around.
- Check the oil. Cold weather can beat up your engine, too. Motor oil thickens when cold, making it harder for the engine to turn over.
- Consider new tires. Spinning out in the snow and ending up in a ditch isn’t the best way to discover your tires are worn out. So if you’ve been waiting to pick up a new set of tires, don’t delay as your safety depends on tire traction and winter-grade tires tend to be in short supply when the snow begins to fall.