Posted on 6/1/2018
Striving for car safety is everyone’s responsibility and during the “mud-season” transition to spring, it is essential that your car and its key components are operating in tip-top condition. As the saying goes, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” so here are a few key components to check and be ready for Spring’s arrival. As snow melts and rain falls, ensuring that your tires have the right PSI (Pounds per Square Inch) is key to maintaining proper traction with the road. Checking your tire treads for uneven wear and cracks in the sidewall can help eliminate blowouts. Wet and slick roads also call for a healthy braking system, especially if a deer jumps out in front of you. Having your brake fluid checked along with surveying the wear on your brake pads and rotors can ensure proper functionality when your ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is called upon. Let’s not forget those windshield wipers. When was the l ... read more