How to get your car Janu-ready
Battery Centre has compiled a short, easy checklist to help you get your car ready to go for the year.
Now that the holiday is over and people are back at work, school and university, it may be time for a post-road trip check to get your car Janu-ready, and prevent expensive repairs in an already tough month.
Road trips are always enjoyable and inexpensive when compared to air travel, but it takes its toll on your car. Battery Centre has compiled a short, easy checklist to help you get your car ready to go for the year.
1. Clean car, happy driver
Nobody likes a dirty car and after a long journey, your car may be littered with crumbs, snack wrappers and other remnants of your road trip. Start with an exterior wash to get rid of bugs and dust, and then move inside where you can vacuum, clear out cup holders and recycle what you can.
2. Safe tyres, safe drives
Long journeys wear down the tread of your tyres and pick up road debris. Have your tyres checked for slow punctures, and ensure they have enough tread. Specialist tip: Tyre manufacturers have included built-in wear indicators at several points across their tyres. These wear indicators are in the form of a little, raised bump in the tread, and let motorists know how much tread is left, and when replacement is necessary.
3. Lubricated engine, smoother drives
For your car to run efficiently, the engine requires oil, water and coolant. After a long journey, be sure to check that oil and coolant levels are as they should be. This can prevent any unexpected breakdowns, or costly repairs.
4. Healthy battery, healthy car
Your battery is at the heart of your engine, and many components rely on a working battery to function effectively. There’s many ways to get a new battery – you could either buy one and fit it yourself, or you can visit battery specialists and have them check your battery, alternator and starter.
