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Winter Driving Safety Tips

Red 2021 Toyota Camry in Snow

 

We’re lucky to have a fairly calm winter climate in Middle Georgia towns like Eatonton and Monticello, but you never know when a surprise snow or ice storm or extremely low temperatures might strike. Of course, plenty of you probably road trip to parts north where you can encounter roads and traffic affected by winter weather. It’s never too late to brush up on your winter driving safety tips with Five Star Toyota of Milledgeville. Take a look at our suggestions for keeping your cool when roads get cold, then schedule an appointment for a seasonal check-up with our service department.

Tips for Preparing Your Car for Winter

Our first winter safety driving safety tips can be done in your Gray driveway, or you can have our professionals take care of preparing your car for winter. Here’s what’s involved:

  • Check the battery (replace if necessary) 
  • Upgrade to winter tires 
  • Check/adjust tire pressure 
  • Inspect the brake system 
  • Check/adjust coolant levels 
  • Change the oil (if necessary) 
  • Check the heating system 
  • Use a cold-weather-ready windshield wiper fluid 
  • Replace the windshield wiper 

Winter Driving Safety Tips

Keep The Gas Tank Filled

It’s smart to keep your gas tank full or your EV battery fully charged so you have enough fuel to run the heat if you get stranded. 

Plan Your Route

Even if you plan to use a mapping app—and you should to stay up to date on delays, road closures, and detours—make sure you also check your route on a map before you leave. And, of course, check the weather forecast. 

Make a Winter Prep Kit

When it comes to winter driving safety tips, this might be the most important. Don’t get stranded without the tools and items that can keep you safe: 

  • Tools like a snow shovel, broom, and ice scraper
  • Sand or kitty litter in case you get stuck 
  • Jumper cables, a flashlight, flares, and emergency markers
  • Warm blankets 
  • Cell phone and charger
  • Water, shelf-stable food, and any necessary medicine 

At the beginning of the season, check the expiration dates on food and medicine and replenish with fresh supplies,

Save on Winter Service at Five Star Toyota of Milledgeville

At Five Star Toyota of Milledgeville we make it easy to prepare for every new season with your car! Schedule an appointment with us. Check our service specials to save money on the jobs your car needs before the temperature drops.

 

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