Get your Battery Checked
Winter puts more stress on your battery, particularly if you park your car outdoors. Avoid the sinking feeling of hearing nothing when you hit the ignition with a proactive check of your battery and charging system now. This month you can get a free battery test at David Hobbs Honda with a coupon at davidhobbshonda.com
Check your Tire Pressure
Tires lose a pound of pressure for every drop of 10 degrees Fahrenheit. An underinflated tire won't "bite" through snow down to the pavement as well as one at pressure. It's similar to hydroplaning on water -- and just as dangerous. Anytime you schedule service at David Hobbs Honda, we will check your pressure free of cost.
New Antifreeze
Clean, flush and put new antifreeze in the cooling system. As a general rule of thumb, this should be done every two years.
Keep Those Wipers Working
Inspect the wiper blades monthly. Check to see if they are worn, cracked or rigid with age. Damaged wiper blades won’t adequately remove debris, compromising the driver’s vision and safety. The life of a rubber insert is typically six to 12 months depending on its exposure to the elements.
Stay Gassed Up
Motorists should also keep the gas tank at least half full at all times to decrease the chances of moisture forming in the gas lines and possibly freezing.
Store a Survival Kit
Everyone should have a space blanket in the car, tucked in the glove compartment so its in reach of the driver. The most complete survival kit in the world won't do a bit of good if you're upside down in a car you can't get out of and the kit's in the trunk. Visit www.AAA.com for a full list of recommended items for your survival kit.
Get Your Alignment Checked
Potholes and poor road conditions can throw off a car's alignment which will inevitably weak havoc on your tires. Bring your car to the Garage at David Hobbs Honda for a complimentary alignment inspection (a $29.95 Value).
Is it time for a Nicer, Newer Car?
If you've been thinking your car has seen better days and is just not up to the hard Wisconsin winters anymore, visit us at 6100 N. Green Bay Ave. in Glendale for a free Value Analysis and free Carfax report. Call 414-352-6100 to make an appointment or visit: www.davidhobbs.com.
David Hobbs Honda is a Dealer For The People with a "A" Rating from the Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin.
