It's that time of year when the weather gets colder, and the snow starts coming. At Riverhead Bay Volkswagen, we want all our Long Island drivers to be prepared this winter for what's to come. With a safe and reliable vehicle, you can manage to get to where you need to go during the cold winter months.
There are some challenges with driving a car through the winter that needs to be taken care of. Our service and parts center has offered some tips to smoothly get you and your vehicle through this winter.
#1: Check Your Lights
You need to depend more on your lights with the sun setting earlier, especially when coming home from work. If your headlight is out, make sure to fix it before it gets too chilly. Consider replacing your lights if your headlights are foggy or yellow.
#2: Maintain the Battery
The battery can take some time to operate well in the winter months. If the battery is already weak, you may want to consider replacing it, so it doesn't die in the cold.
#3: Winter Tires
Driving through the snow can be challenging if you go through a lot of snow in Long Island. Winter tires can improve your overall traction when you're trying to stop and turn on cold pavement.
#4: Tire Pressure
It's essential to keep track of your tire pressure as the temperature gets colder. The tire pressure can drop along with the air temperature. Make sure to check them regularly and fill them up whenever you need.
#5: Flush and Fill the Coolant
Having coolant is important to keep your engine from freezing in cold temperatures. Before winter gets too cold, make sure to check that the coolant isn't too low.
Follow these steps, and you'll tackle winter like a champ.
Feel free to call us with any further questions. We are happy to help.