What Steps Can You Take to Improve Your Fall & Winter Weather Driving in Mid-Michigan?

Prepare Your Vehicle for Cooler Fall & Winter Weather 

Getting ready for driving around mid-Michigan in the fall and winter months can be made much easier on yourself and your vehicle with proper preparation. With the Thelen Auto Group family of dealerships in Bay City, MI, we would like to help you make sure your vehicle is ready to confidently handle the upcoming drop in temperature and any associated weather that comes along with it. From proper inspections to additional things you should make sure you have with you at all times, you can make your fall and winter travel as hassle-free and enjoyable as possible. 

Steps to Take to Improve Cooler Weather Driving

Routine Maintenance – Before the weather makes a drastic change, now is the perfect time to get your vehicle in for its routine maintenance. From oil changes to battery tests, our family of dealerships would like to help you make sure everything is ready to go. Schedule an appointment with one of our various Service Centers so that we can get your family vehicle in for an appointment as soon as possible. 

Check Tire Tread & Overall Health – With the changing of the seasons comes the eventual start of snow-covered roads. Having tires that have appropriate tread depth will greatly improve your handling when these conditions eventually hit. If you are uncertain about the state of your tires, let one of our technicians assist you. We also suggest winter tires if you want superior grip during these situations. 

Items to Carry in the Vehicle – Being prepared for any eventuality is a smart idea when factoring in the potentially less-than-ideal driving conditions. You should always keep a compatible charger for your smartphone so that they can remain topped off at all times. Blankets are also encouraged for multiple reasons. Not only can they be vital to staying warm if you find yourself stranded on the side of the road during winter, but they serve to help family members warm if you plan on visiting an outdoor event such as a parade. Non-perishable snacks and bottled water can also be great to keep in your vehicle at all times in case of an emergency. 

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