As you begin to pull out your wool sweaters and parkas for winter, you should also be thinking about getting your car ready for winter.
Here are some ways to get your car in tip-top shape before the snow starts falling.
Book a maintenance check-up
Pay a visit to your mechanic to inspect important aspects of your vehicle to ensure you’re winter ready. Brakes, batteries, lights, heating systems and any belts or hoses are the top things to have checked out. You might want to do an oil change too!
Get a set of winter tires
Without winter tires, coming to a stop may be challenging and dangerous – even if you have all-wheel drive. When picking tires, look for the “Mountain Peak” symbol and consider getting a size smaller and thinner than your stock tires to help you cut through snow better.
Replace your windshield wipers
Being able to see through your windshield is key for safe driving. Make sure you replace your old and worn out wiper blades at least once a year or before the snow begins falling.
Don’t forget to top up that windshield washer fluid with anti-freeze!
Keep your car in a covered area
If possible, try to keep your car in a garage or a covered area. Not only will this help keep off the snow, but also it will help avoid ice build-up, protect your paint and prevent fluids from freezing.
Prepare an emergency winter kit
Along with your