Your vehicle may be able to handle the day-to-day drive to and from work, picking the kids up from school, and the local food shopping. But if you’re planning a long road tip you will want to give you vehicle a once over from top to bottom to ensure it is in good working condition. In this blog we are going to look at what you can do to ensure you make it safely from point A to point B.
Check Your Tyres.
How long has it been since you last physically and visually inspected your vehicle’s tires? Did you know that one of the most neglected parts of a vehicle is the tires? Perform a visual and physical inspection of all your tyres, including the spare.
The level of tread that is on your tires is important to your safety. Having limited tread or bald tires is extremely dangerous when it comes to driving. Tire tread is vital to vehicle traction and stopping distance ability in the rain.
Is Your Engine Oil Clean?
The engine is the workhorse of a vehicle. For this reason, it is important to have a regular service and oil changes performed. Failing to regularly change your engine oil could land you in a world of trouble and end up costing you thousands of dollars in repairs.
Over time the engine oil begins to break down. With so many moving parts being liberated by oil, there is bound to be dirt and tiny particles that accumulate over time within your engine. Dirt is the engine’s enemy. If it has been some time since you had you engine oil changed call into your local Express Lube outlet to have your vehicle serviced.
Can You See Where You Are Going?
Propper functioning headlights and fog lights are essential to your personal safety and the safety of other road users. Your vehicle’s headlights and fog lights are vital instruments when it comes to your ability to see what’s ahead, along with allowing other drivers to see you.
It is important to visually and physically inspect both your headlights and fog lights on a regular basis to ensure they are functioning correctly.
Is Your Vehicle Battery Healthy?
The silent hero of your vehicle is the battery. The only time this item gets any attention is when it’s not working.The battery is responsible for starting your engine, supplying power to your headlights, radio, wiper blades, spark plugs, air conditioner, airbag deployment system, power steering, and other electricals. Without a healthy and reliable battery, your vehicle will struggle to function at its peak and may end up leaving you stranded in the middle of nowhere.
Have your battery checked to ensure it is in tip top condition before heading off for a long road trip.
Are Your Breaks Up To The Job?
When it comes to the safety of you and your family, one component of your vehicle that should never be overlooked or neglected are your brakes. The brakes on your vehicle are vital for ensuring that when needed, your vehicle can slow down or come to a complete stop in a safe manner.
Having well-maintained brakes will help you to safely manoeuvre through traffic and obstacles. Call Express Lube to book your next brake inspection and or brake pad replacement. Don’t wait until it is too late.
If you are plaining on going on a long road trip it is important to do an inspections of all the vital parts of your vehicle. You will want to ensure that everything is working properly to ensure that you have a safe and hassle-free journey. To save you time and energy, book your vehicle in for a service at your local Express Lube outlet, where your vehicle will get a full once over and ensure you are ready for any road trip.
