Winter, Cars, and You

Your house isn’t the only thing that needs to be winterized for the upcoming winter. The changing of the seasons can have a significant impact on your car as well; so necessary precautions need to be made. From dealing with small glass cracks to applying sealants, winter-proofing your car is just as important as winter-proofing your house.

As winter approaches, small chips and cracks will be exacerbated. The cold will cause the glass around the crack to morph and eventually the crack will spread. The negatives of this situation are obvious, so get the crack fixed before the chill sets in. Most cracks can be fixed very cheaply if you catch it early. So save yourself the hassle and fix it before it gets out of hand.

Glass isn’t the only thing you’ll want to winterize on your car. Invest in a good sealant to prevent snow (and salt if you live in a snow heavy area) from removing paint from the body of your car.  A good ice scraper or “de-ice” spray will become your best friend when removing snow and ice from the surface of your car. Your tires also need a special treatment to keep the rubber in them from drying and cracking in the winter. Carefully watch your air pressure during the winter as well. Pressure will go down as it gets colder outside, so monitor the pressure in your tires and add more when needed. This will ensure your tires have enough contact with the road to maneuver icy conditions. Get a good car cover as well. If parking outside for the winter, the cover will keep debris and water from getting into the nooks and crannies of your car.

Protecting your automobile during the winter is just as important as winter-proofing your house. Neglecting to prepare your car can you leave you with hefty bills down the road. And since