Home Page About Us Security & Privacy ToS Add Your Link Add Your Article
Search:   
allarticlelist.com
Add Url
 

News & Events

Home Family & Garden

Technology & Science

Software & Networking

Eating & Drinking

Property & Agents

Entertainment

Fashion & Relationships

Self Management

Law & Politics

Sports

Society & Issues

Companies & Business

Healthcare & Treatment

Art & Creative

Vehicles & Automotive

Teens & Kids

Academics & Learning

Tour & Travel

Careers & Employment

Malls & Shopping

Online & Board Games

Health & Therapy

Finance & Investment
 

Home Page –› Vehicles & Automotive –› Luxury Cars
 

Don't Get Stuck Out in the Cold: Prepare Your Car for Winter
 

Author: Sean Lee
Who hasn't slipped and slid across an icy road or struggled to see clearly out of a foggy windshield? The cold winter months bring an increase in dangerous driving conditions. Make sure your car is up to the test.

First, think tires. Avoid that frightening feeling you get when your car has little traction during inclement weather conditions by putting on a set of winter tires. Today's winter tires are designed for snow and ice performance, with tread that reduces the risk of slipping and allows for better traction. Remember, the only part of your vehicle that touches the ground is the tire.

In addition to the right tires, you also need appropriate car maintenance.

"To help remain safe on winter's icy roads, adopt good vehicle maintenance practices," advises Trisha Hessinger, car education specialist and pace car driver. "Firestone Tire and Service Centers offer winter car care tips to help bolster car performance -and driver confidence - during the colder months."

As in all seasons, make sure tires are properly inflated, rotated, aligned and replaced as necessary. But as outside temperatures drop, the air inside a tire contracts and the pressure is reduced. Therefore, check your tire pressure often during colder months. Underinflation will lessen the gripping action because the tread will not meet the road surface as it is designed to do; this also occurs with overinflation.

Tires should be checked weekly at times when the tires have been driven less than a mile or have not moved in at least three hours.

Other vehicle components that need to be checked by a certified automotive technician include the engine, battery, exhaust, heating and defrosting systems. Also, make sure the vehicle's main

fluids are filled to the recommended levels.

With regard to fuel, drivers should keep their gas tanks full throughout the winter, as the extra volume can help lessen moisture problems within the fuel system and add helpful weight.

You'll be thankful for the added driving control and feeling of security that winter tires and the right maintenance will give you the next time you get behind the wheel during a snow storm.
Author Bio:

For more information, including franchise opportunities, call (800) 714-9903, or visit www.waaglobalmedia.com. - NU
You can also reach this article by using: Don't Get Stuck Out in the Cold: Prepare Your Car for Winter, Vehicles & Automotive, Luxury Cars
 
 
 

Related Articles
 
Internet Explorer 7 Overall Outlook
 
When Your Vehicle??s Blind Spot Becomes A Danger To Children
 
Ambulance Transport Use When Really Needed
 
Avast Antivirus Home Edition
 
Basic Spyware Tips
 
Custom Car: the Only Way to Go
 
Buying Cheap Cars at State Auto Auctions - 4 Helpful Tips
 
Firewall Software
 
Life Insurance - a Weighty Issue
 
Car Care: Look After Your Car Or Prepare To Spend A Lot Of Money
 
 
 
Home Page >> Security & Privacy >> ToS  
Copyright © www.allarticlelist.com - All Rights Reserved

Free Web Hosting by i6