Winter Car Care Tips | Kennesaw GA | Near Marietta, Acworth & the Greater Atlanta Area

5 Types of Winter Car Care

Battery

Double check that your battery is in good condition for the winter months, or you might end up stranded in the cold if your bad battery dies. Having a volt test performed on your battery will let you know if you?re ready for winter or need a new battery.

Gasoline

There are a couple reasons to keep your fuel tank relatively full in winter. One, a full tank will keep water from freezing inside your fuel pump. Two, it can help you stay warm by allowing you to run the engine if you get stuck.

Coolant

The coolant in your car is very important since it keeps the engine from freezing in cold temperatures. Most mechanics suggest that drivers put a half and half mix of coolant and water in their radiators.

Tires/Tire Pressure

Winter tires usually stay more flexible when it's cold, which can provide better traction for stopping on cold pavement, even without snow. But your tires lose up to one per square inch of pressure with every 10-degree drop in temperature. Your car is less predictable when your tires aren?t inflated enough, so keeping up with your tire pressure is essential.

Defroster

Don?t want to spend every morning scraping your windshield? Check that your defroster is working properly.

Plus...

We strongly recommend all drivers have some kind of survival kit in their vehicles in case of emergency. This tip is about being prepared rather than car care, but it will make all the difference if you end up stranded. Everyone should consider a survival kit, especially if you live in a rural area or do a lot of traveling through rural areas. Your kit should be stocked with a flashlight, first-aid kit, jumper cables, a cellphone charger and a blanket.