Winter weather means having to deal with snow, ice, frost, and sometimes freezing rain. You will want to always make sure your vehicle is in the best condition. To help accomplish this, bring it in for regular maintenance inspections. Having the parts inspected on a regular basis can help to ensure everything is working in the best condition that it should be. The oil should be changed based on a schedule. Also remember that the tires also need maintenance. This should include alignments, rotations, and overall general inspections. The tires should be free of any punctures like a nail, and should also be at the correct air pressure. Having maintenance done can also improve the safety of your vehicle.
Scrape the windows for better Visibility
When you get ready to drive in the winter, scrape off the windshield and windows completely. You will want to have the best visibility, and be free of any blind spots. If you do not scrape a window, you will not be able to see others or traffic from that area of your vehicle. This could be like driving blind. You will not see any cars coming from that way, and may pull out in front of someone. This would then result in an accident.
Warm up the Vehicle
You can help speed up the process of scraping the windows, by starting the vehicle and letting it run. Having the defrost on will help warm up the interior of the vehicle. It will also help warm up the windshield, making it easier to scrape. By the time you are done with the vehicle, the cabin of the vehicle should be warm and comfortable.
Make sure to have the washer fluid filled up as well. Sometimes you will need this incase road grime or slush gets on the windshield. Just using the wipers can leave smudge marks. Having the washer fluid will help keep it as clear and clean as possible. The end result will be better visibility when you drive.