Posted on 8/30/2021
With the new school year ahead, now is the ideal time to make sure your vehicle is fitted to handle the carpools, college commutes, and rides back to the office. Regardless of who you are and where you are, back-to-school season affects all drivers. Here are some of our top tips on how to have your vehicle in good shape to handle the busy mornings and afternoon traffic! Step 1: Inspect Your Tires Most people neglect their tires, but it is one of the most important safety aspects of the automobile. The first thing you should check is tire tread. Your wheels are legally required to have a minimum of 2/32" on their ridges to be considered operational. Tires that don't have enough track are hazardous for the many reasons: Weak and slow stopping power Increased likelihood of a tire blowout Loss of traction on wet roads Step 2: Get An Oil Change Motor oil is incredibly vital to your engine's health and functionality. Oil is in charge of reducing friction, k ... read more