MONTGOMERY COUNTY — As the weather temperatures continue to drop, experts say now is the time for people to start prepping their cars for winter.
AAA in Huber Heights said the summer is usually their busiest season, but as winter approaches, the cold is a close second.
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As reported on News Center 7’s Daybreak, people are testing the strength of their car batteries since they are under the most stress during the wintertime.
As well as checking the fluids in your vehicle, changing the oil, and getting new tires.
AAA Car Care Manager Jake Apolaya said that salt kicking up underneath cars can cause damage, and some shops, including AAA, can help drivers prevent it.
“Even if it’s not at this repair facility, take it to any repair facility. Most do offer, like, free winter inspections; we can take a look at it and go from there,” He said.
One of the most important things that drivers should check is the tread on their tires.
“Your car, as long as you take care of it, it’ll take care of you, and it’ll keep you steady,” Apolaya said.
Apolaya suggests that drivers have an emergency car repair kit inside their vehicles. These kits should have portable chargers, blankets, and cones to put behind your car to make you visible when drivers pass by.
“Make sure that you are visible, turn on your hazards, whatever you need to do to stay in the car,” He said.
Apolaya said that being inside the car is safer than outside, and it’s easier to be found.
If you want to make sure your car is ready for winter, but are unsure of where to start, you can take it to most shops for a winter inspection.
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