Be prepared it's going to snow

There are weather warnings out again for this weekend and for the end of March and it’s never too late for a sudden drop in temperature and a fall of snow to catch drivers unprepared.

There are a couple of really important things you should do during cold spells to protect your car and also your passengers.

Firstly, your car!

Here at M&BM Motors we do winter service checks on all types of cars to include all of the following points.

TYRES

If you live in an area that is prone to snow – eg, high ground or you are travelling across country then, consider fitting winter tyres with a thicker tread. Did you know that we now offer a tyre service for all vehicles – both commercial and domestic.

ANTI FREEZE

Have your antifreeze and screenwash been topped up lately? Antifreeze SHOULD last for years in your car, but it’s wise to check annually and don’t forget to put the correct concentration of screenwash in the car to combat all the salt and spray on the roads.

BATTERY

Is your battery fully charged? Again we can test this and we recommend that if you are not driving long distances to keep your battery charged up, perhaps consider investing in an “intelligent” battery charger.

What to take with you in the car?

Never go on a long journey in bad weather without topping up your tank. What if you get stuck in traffic or have to make a long detour?

Have you got warm clothing in the car in case you are delayed? Take a warm coat, gloves and boots just in case you have to get out of the car or are again stuck in traffic. It was only a short while ago that scores of car owners were stuck in their vehicles overnight due to snow!

Always carry a fully-charged mobile, a pair of wellingtons and take some old bits of carpet and a shovel to clear snow, in case you get stuck.

Driving in bad weather

The first thing weather presenters asks “Is your journey really necessary?” Watch and listen to the local weather forecasts on TV and radio and really do consider if it’s worth risking going out! If you do have to make a journey then being prepared will really help you.

For more information call our servicing or tyre department here at M&BM Motors on 01375 379401