How to get your car ready for the winter

To ensure a safe winter on the roads this year, you’ll need to perform the necessary vehicle checks. Follow this guide to avoid missing any critical steps!

Vehicle checks
Make sure that you have enough air in your tires, that your windshield wipers are in good condition and that your car battery isn’t corroded. Next, test your heating and defrosting systems, as well as the headlights and blinkers, and make sure to lubricate the locks.

Once you’ve performed the necessary vehicle checks, top up all fluids (brake, transmission, windshield), and change your engine oil at the same time. For a thorough inspection, consider having your car checked by a professional mechanic. He or she will assess the condition of your vehicle and perform any minor repairs before the winter worsens the wear.

Equipment checks
Always be prepared for the unexpected! Make sure to keep an extra gallon of antifreeze and windshield fluid in your car. But that’s not all! You should also have an emergency survival kit that contains a shovel, an ice scraper, a broom, jumper cables, a towing cable, warm clothing, non-perishable foods, emergency flares and a flashlight. Lastly, take a minute to check the expiry date on all items in your first aid kit.

Is your car all set for winter? Great! Now it’s up to you to drive responsibly. Always adjust your driving in bad weather and when your visibility is reduced to ensure your safety and the safety of others on the road.

Have you verifided your car’s fluid levels and heating system this winter? Do it today.