Driving can always get a little precarious once the winter season gets underway. The roads get slick, it can be more difficult to see, and you always run the risk of getting stuck in the snow. It’s important to schedule Toyota service at Sansone Toyota to get your vehicle prepped for it all.
Replace Your Windshield Wipers
When those sightlines do start to get blurry, you want to make sure your windshield wipers are ready to do their job and do it right. If your wipers are struggling to clear your windshield, it’s time to replace them. They are also more brittle and prone to breaking in the winter, so keep an eye on them all season long.
Inspect Your Tires
If your tires have become too bald, you run the risk of completely losing control on winter streets. Check to make sure they have at least 6/32 of an inch of tread, which is the minimum recommended depth in the winter.
Test Your Lights
With visibility limited, it’s also crucial that your lights are working properly. You need to make sure you can see as best as possible but it’s equally important that others can see you. Make sure you check your headlights, taillights, brake lights, and your turn signals.
Pack an Emergency Kit
Even when you are as careful as possible, you could still face a time when you lose control and find yourself in a collision or stuck in a drift. Make sure that you have all the emergency supplies you need.
An emergency kit should include:
- Flashlight
- Blanket
- Bottled water and non-perishable snacks
- An ice scraper and a small shovel
- Kitty litter or sand
Contact our Toyota dealership near Staten Island, NY, to set up a service appointment today—we’re happy to help!
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