Vital Car Care Tips for the Holiday Season
Vital Car Care Do you feel the holiday spirit in the Shelby area? December is a fantastic time of year to meet with family and enjoy time with the ones you love!
If you’re traveling in your car to meet up with far-away family, there are a few things you’ll want to consider before jumping in and heading on your merry way out of Shelby! It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and forget that our cars could use a little holiday cheer too. (We know, maybe that’s a bit of a stretch, but bear with us!) Shelby Automotive knows that your Fiat, Jaguar, Mini Cooper, or any other European, domestic, or Asian vehicle needs regular maintenance. Before hitting the road, it’s a good idea to check these critical points on your car:
Fluids
Each of the fluids in your vehicle’s engine plays a vital role in ensuring that your car runs as it should. Before your trip, you’ll want to check the oil, antifreeze, power steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and windshield wiper fluid. It’s easy to know how far to fill your engine’s fluids because there is a line inside the reservoir that indicates what the max amount of fluid should be. With your oil, you can check the dipstick as you fill it to make sure that you don’t put in too much. If you know your Mercedes, Audi, BMW or any other type of car requires an oil change, the expert technicians at Shelby Automotive can make it happen.
Replace Your Battery
Batteries can be a little mysterious! It’s difficult to tell what’s hiding inside. (If there is a significant amount of corrosion on the terminals, you’ll want to have the terminals cleaned or replaced.) If you’re wondering if you need to replace your battery, bring your Porsche, Lexus, or any other vehicle to a mechanic at Shelby Automotive to have it tested.
Check Your Tires
The condition of your vehicle’s tires plays a vital part in keeping you safe on the road. Before a long trip, you’ll want to check both your tire pressure and the condition of your tire treads. You might need a tire balance or alignment if your tire treads are wearing unevenly, or if your vehicle swerves to one side or another while driving.
Regular maintenance is the best gift that you can give your car. Shelby Automotive serves European vehicles as well as all other makes and models here in the Cleveland County area. Drop by our shop or call us at (704) 484-9900 to set up an appointment.