Prepare for Winter During National Car Care Month

Summer was hard on your vehicle, with extreme temperatures, increased driving, and tons of new memories. Winter's on the way though, and October is National Car Care Month. It's an important reminder to check your vehicle's condition and prepare for the seasons ahead. The Hall Acura Virginia Beach team even has some service specials to help you prepare for the coming months. So what should you have your technician check in October?

Fluids

If you live or travel in an especially hot climate, this can be one of the most important components to inspect. Technicians should check the level and the quality of your vehicle's oil, coolant, brake fluid, differential fluid, power steering fluid, and clutch fluid.

Tires

Hot summer days mean scorching roadways. Your tires have been in constant contact with the searing hot pavement all summer, which can lead to excessive wear and heat damage. Tread depth, wear patterns, air pressure, and overall condition of your tires should be inspected to avoid a flat tire while you're traveling with your family this winter.

Windshield Wipers

Windshield wipers are important all year long, but worn-out ones can be a hazard if you have frost, ice, or snow on your windshield. Make sure your wiper blades are intact and make good contact with your windshield to always have good visibility in inclement weather.

Light Bulbs

Winter means longer nights and shorter days. By December, many drivers will be coming home from work after dark. Be sure all of your exterior lights are working properly so that other drivers can see you, and so you have better visibility at night.

Heat

You likely haven't used your vehicle's heat in a few months. It's best to make sure it works as it should before it gets too cold. No one likes riding to work shivering because their heat has stopped working over the summer. 

Even if your vehicle isn't due for an oil change, October is the perfect time to bring it in for an inspection and a tire rotation. The longevity of your vehicle depends on how well you maintain it, and the quality of work that's done to it. Bring your vehicle in to Hall Acura Virginia Beach today and let our factory-trained technicians get you ready for winter.