Posted on 3/22/2016
Are you planning a summer road trip? If so, you’ll want to make sure that a car checkup is on your pre-trip to-do list. You’ll be depending on your vehicle to get you safely to your destination and back home again, so it’s important to make sure everything is in working order. Here are some things you’ll want to check before you hit the road. Check the Brake System Make sure your brake pads are good, and that you have plenty of brake fluid. Also look at the battery connection. It should be tight and have no sign of corrosion. Inspect the Tires Do a thorough visual inspection of your tires. Do they have plenty of tread? Are they fully inflated? If your tires are underinflated, your car will not get its best gas mileage, and you’ll end up paying more for your trip! It’s also important to check for hazards like bulging spots or foreign objects in the tread. Check the Hoses and Belts Hoses and belts connect pretty much every sy ... read more