7 Car Tips for Freezing Temperatures

Did you survive the Polar Vortex this week?  How did your car do?  We will have more cold weather on the way.  Here are some great tips on preparing your car for the freezing temperatures.  You can learn more at NBC.

KEEPING YOUR CAR SAFE AND RUNNING

10. If your car battery is three years old or older, it is more likely to fail as temperatures drops, according to AAA. Never attempt to charge or jump-start a battery that is frozen, as it may rupture or explode.
11. Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage.
12. Make certain your tires are properly inflated.
13. Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze-up.
14. If possible, avoid using your parking brake in cold, rainy and snowy weather.
15. Wintry weather can contribute to the deterioration of your windshield wipers. Worn blades streak and impair vision, critical during winter months. AAA says wiper blades should be replaced every year.
16. Keep your washer fluid topped-off with winter formula fluid so it won’t freeze. Many of your car’s fluids should be checked once a month.