Top 4 Tips for De-icing Your Car
When it comes to driving safely in icy conditions and snowy weather, having a clear windshield is a top priority. Follow these tips for de-icing your windows: Start your engine and turn on your heat to the highest setting possible. Turn on your front and rear defrosters, which will push the airflow up out of … Read more
How to Organize Your Car
The beginning of the year is always a good time to get your life in order. Organizing your home can make your life much less stressful, but don’t forget about your car! Keeping your car in order is actually more important because of the safety risks that clutter poses in your vehicle. You might even … Read more
You May Need to Abandon Your Vehicle in the Snow
There are ONLY two circumstances in which you should leave the vehicle. 1) If you are VERY familiar with the surroundings and are certain it would be easy to walk to safety. 2) If you see it as last resort in which you believe you have absolutely no chance of surviving unless you try to … Read more
6 Quick Tips for When You Get Caught in a Snowstorm
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU GET CAUGHT IN A SNOWSTORM In an effort to keep our customers at the top of their driving game this winter we have talked about how to prevent and combat skidding on icy roads and today we look at another dangerous winter-driving scenario: getting caught in a snowstorm. So we … Read more
HOW TO PREVENT AND COMBAT SKIDDING IN THE SNOW
PREVENT Make sure your tires have sufficient tread by testing them with a quarter. Learn more about winter tire maintenance by reading our past blog post, Pre-Winter Car Care, Part IV. Also, avoid slamming on the brakes, as this may cause your vehicle to skid. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the … Read more
12 Tips for Driving Safely in the Snow
Luckily, we have pretty mild weather in the forecast for the next few days. However, the snow season is upon us. It won’t be long before road conditions become hazardous due to winter weather. Here are some tips for driving in less-than-ideal conditions. 12 TIPS FOR DRIVING IN SNOW Be prepared. Make sure your vehicle is … Read more
Pre-Winter Car Care, Part III
Here we are again with some more Pre-Winter Car Care. Today we are changing focus a little bit and instead of maintenance for your vehicle we are demonstrating the importance of a Winter Car Kit. The upcoming winter weather conditions can be life-threatening so, if you are forced in a situation where you have to deal with them we want … Read more
Road Trip Ready: Avoid Maintenance Mayhem
OK so the one of your top priorities when committing to a road trip should be to avoid mechanical issues on the road that would prevent you from getting to your destination. So, here are top 3 recommendations to get your vehicle Road Trip Ready. Check your Fluids Inspect Belts & Hoses Examine Tires Check your … Read more
5 Hot Tips to Keep Your Car Cool this Summer
It gets pretty hot in the summer around here, so we wanted to make sure that you know some summer car safety basics. Having the right items–and never having the wrong items–in your vehicle will make driving in the heat a much safer and enjoyable experience. Most of us have the extreme misfortune of parking … Read more
Road Trip Ready: Packing Perfection
Okay so the work week is almost over and you are beyond ready for the long Memorial Day weekend, the road trip plans are confirmed, you’ve decided on a meeting place, your bags are packed, etc. But, have you packed your vehicle for the road trip? Make sure you have some items to prepare yourself … Read more
