5 Maintenance Tips to Improve Car Safety

Regular maintenance is one of the most important things you can do to ensure your vehicle’s safety. On top of taking your vehicle in for service during the appropriate mileage intervals, follow these tips to protect yourself and your loved ones on the open road.
 

1. Check Your Tires Regularly

Your tires are crucial in ensuring vehicle safety, especially in dangerous weather conditions. Get in the habit of checking them regularly. Look for cracks in the sidewall, uneven wear, or inconsistent tire pressure (which can fluctuate from season to season). If you discover any issues with your tires, the team at MotorWorld | MileOne Autogroup is ready to help!

2. Don’t Forget About the Brakes

Much like tires, your brakes are the real heavy hitters when it comes to vehicle safety. Worn brake pads, fluid leaks, and letting your vehicle sit for too long without being driven, can lead to costly repairs. Check them regularly, especially if you don’t drive every day.

3. Inspect Wiper Blades

Over time, natural wear and tear can affect your wiper blades performance. Inspect the blades for tears, cracks, or other signs of wear. It’s also a good idea to check the wiper fluid regularly. Low visibility can be extremely dangerous, but replacing worn out blades and topping off the wiper fluid are affordable ways to ensure vehicle safety.

4. Maintain Your Lights

Ensuring headlights, tail lights, and turn signals are in working order is important in maintaining safety while operating your vehicle, especially at night or in severe weather conditions. Malfunctioning brake lights and burn-out bulbs are all issues that can be avoided with regular vehicle maintenance. 

5. Check Your Fluids Regularly

On top of wiper and brake fluids, it’s important to check your oil once a month. Follow the recommendations listed in your vehicle’s service manual to determine how frequently you need to change the oil and other fluids in your vehicle. 

Take advantage of the above tips to keep your vehicle performing its best. In need of service? Browse our monthly specials. The team at MotorWorld | MileOne Autogroup hopes to see you soon!