Once the snow begins to melt and the temperatures start to rise, it’s tempting to hit the road as soon as possible. Before you make the trek to your local park or beach, however, it’s important to make sure that your vehicle is prepared for spring driving. Here’s how to guarantee that your car is ready for the new season.
Check or Replace Your Battery
The energy contained in your car battery can be drained after a long, cold winter. While many batteries are meant to endure for up to five years, low temperatures can limit their lifespan to only two years. Signs of a faltering battery can include dimmed headlights, trouble turning the engine over, a clicking sound when you turn the key in the ignition, and an illuminated ‘check engine’ light.
Inspect Your Tires
Modern tires are fairly durable, but months of trudging through snow, ice, and mud can wreak havoc on your wheels. Be sure to check the air pressure in your tires before heading out, as they can lose air every time the temperature drops by 10 degrees. Tires can also wear out quite easily during the winter, so check for uneven treads before you get behind the wheel. A professional mechanic can evaluate your tires if you’re not sure about their integrity.
Get an Oil Change
Unless you recently changed the oil in your car, it’s probably a good idea to get a refill. You’ll want your vehicle to be primed and ready for all of your springtime adventures, and an oil change is an easy way to ensure that you can travel safely.
Contact Barnett’s Towing
Barnett’s Towing in Tucson, AZ, offers fast, reliable towing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week during every season of the year. For more information on our towing options, call 1-800-722-2302 or send us a message here.
