Car Care Tips Here’s some handy tips. Regarding your car. WINTER WIPER FLUIDHave you checked your wiper fluid levels lately? You tend to use more in the winter, so be sure to keep your reservoir full. CREDIT CARD ICE SCRAPERHave an icy windshield but no ice scraper? Check your wallet for an old gift card or hotel room key. They make for an excellent scraping alternative. BAKING SODA HEADLIGHTSCloudy headlights? Try mixing baking soda and warm water, then use a sponge to polish them up. WIPER BLADESThey say to replace your wiper blades annually. Our advice? Be realistic. If they start to smear or squeak, then it's time. TIRE TREAD TESTTo quickly check your tire treads, place a quarter head down in a tread. If you can see the top of George's head, time to replace that tire. SPRING FLUID LEVEL CHECKThe birds are out. So are the bugs. Now is a good time to check your wiper fluid levels. DUST YOUR VENTSUse a foam paint brush to dust inside your AC vents. DUCT TAPE DOG HAIRWad up some duct tape to get dog hair outta your car. OIL COLOR CHECKCheck your oil color. Amber is okay. Dark brown? Time for a change. BUNGEE UPKeep bungee cords in your car. They'll come in handy when you least expect it. TIRE PRESSURE CHECKKeep your tire pressure at optimal level in the cold. Under-inflation will break down tires faster and increase fuel usage. KEEP GAS TANK HALF-FULLIt helps prevent frozen fuel lines in the winter. And if you get stuck in the snow, running outta gas is the last thing you want. FIX CRACKS ASAPSmall windshield cracks can quickly spread—compromising your visibility and safety on the road. PACK AN EMERGENCY CAR KITInclude a flashlight, first aid supplies, blankets and non-perishable snacks. BACKUP SUNNIESKeep a pair of cheap, backup sunglasses in your car. You never know when you'll need em. CHECK YOUR SPARE TIRECheck the condition of your spare tire. Make sure it’s inflated. Better safe than sorry. Bob LaustenDecember 15, 2022car care, car care tips Facebook0 Twitter 0 Likes