Car News Articles 
 Alternative Fuel Vehicles
 Automotive Articles
 Car Buying Tips
 Car Insurance Articles
 Car Maintenance
 Fall-Winter (77)
  Spring-Summer (43)
 Car News
 Car Racing
 Car Repair
 Car Safety
 
 Driving Economically
 Environmental Issues
 Exterior Car Care
 Garage Know How
 
 How Car Stuff Works
 Motorcycle Articles
 Road Trips
 Traveling with Kids
 Younger - Older Drivers
 
 Amsoil Synthetic Oil
 Article Archives




spacer
spacer
Car Maintenance >> Fall-Winter

Prepping A Vehicle For Cold Weather

Here are some great tips for prepping your vehicle for cold weather now that winter is upon us.

(NAPSI)-Following a few quick tips can help keep your car running well throughout the cold season, whatever the weather. Try these ideas from the experts:

Oil Changes

Be sure to stay on top of your oil changes when the weather gets cold, and be sure the oil used has the right type of viscosity for the season. Check your owner's manual for guidance, but as a general rule of thumb, thinner oil is better in cold months because oil thickens as it cools.

Connect With Your Battery

Be sure the connections on your battery are free of corrosion and solid. If your battery is older (more than three years old), you can have it tested at a repair shop, as well.

Check Your Fluids

Be sure the antifreeze mixture inside your radiator is correct. It should be about 50 percent water, 50 percent coolant. You can check the mixture with an antifreeze tester, which you can find at an automotive or hardware store. Also, be certain that you have plenty of windshield washer fluid-both in the fluid tank and in a spare bottle in the trunk of your car.

Where Rubber Meets Road

The right tires can help you maintain control in even the worst weather. For instance, on icy or snowy surfaces, the advanced tread block technology of the Michelin X-Ice Xi2 offers improved control and braking. The advanced tread blocks are flexible enough to not only break the film of water on icy surfaces, but also to absorb and stock the water with its micro-pump technology. That action helps improve grip in bad weather conditions. Plus, the tires lower rolling resistance, helping to improve fuel economy.

Be Prepared

Even if you prep your car for winter weather, you should still be prepared for breakdowns. Carry an extra jacket, hat and gloves, along with a pair of snow boots, and keep blankets in the trunk. You should also keep some road flares on hand, as well as a flashlight, cell phone charger and portable shovel-just in case.

For more tips and to learn about winter tires, visit www.michelinman.com.

The right tires, such as this Michelin® X-Ice® Xi2™, can help a vehicle grip the road in icy weather.







Related Articles:
Winter Driving Safety: What You Need To Know
Winter Tires Save Lives And Money
Ready Your Ride For Rough Weather
Prepare For Winter Driving Before Jack Frost Arrives
Quick Fall Auto Fix-up Tips
Prepare Your Vehicle for Fall
Which Deicers Cause The Least Damage To Your Car?
Winterize Your Vehicle
Are Winter Tires On Your Winter Driving Checklist?
Make Your Winter Driving Safe Driving With These Car Care Tips
A Winter Checklist For Drivers
Fall Into Good Car Maintenance Habits
Tips for Cold Weather Driving
Prepping A Vehicle For Cold Weather
Prepare For Cold-Weather Driving: Tips For Winter Road Warriors

spacer
sdg
make image
model image
zip code


Stay Updated!


Fall-Winter
Related Articles
Seven Steps To Getting Your
Winter Driving And Tire Tips
Tips On Caring For Your
Car Winterization Secrets From A
With Tires, Pressure Can Be
Winter Driving Safety: What You
Winter Tires Save Lives And
Ready Your Ride For Rough
Prepare For Winter Driving Before
Quick Fall Auto Fix-up Tips
Prepare Your Vehicle for Fall
Which Deicers Cause The Least
Winterize Your Vehicle
Are Winter Tires On Your
Make Your Winter Driving Safe
A Winter Checklist For Drivers
Fall Into Good Car Maintenance
Tips for Cold Weather Driving
Prepping A Vehicle For Cold
Prepare For Cold-Weather Driving: Tips
spacer

Feed Button



Car Insurance Info | Newsletter | Car Classifieds | Online Car Rentals
Auto Pictures | Link To Carjunky.com



Complete List of Article RSS News Feeds


Copyright © 1999 - . CarJunky® All Rights Reserved.