Find out how to prepare your car well for winter. Here are proven ways to keep your vehicle in tip-top condition during the coldest months of the year.
Simple measures will often ensure that your car is in excellent condition over the winter. By following our advice you will avoid unwanted situations that will cost you extra money.
No matter what region of Poland you live in, you will probably have to face the challenges that winter poses to every driver every year. It’s worth noting that this applies not only to owners of internal combustion vehicles, but also electric. With the help of simple ways, keeping your car in proper shape during the winter is not difficult.
To begin with, you need to make sure that all the basic functions are working properly. The lighting should be working perfectly – an important point here is to check that the headlight alignment is correct. The next step is to check that the windscreen washer is working properly, that the correct fluid is being poured into the reservoir chamber and that it will not freeze due to cold temperatures.
Then it is worth betting on measures aimed at preserving the doors. Thanks to this, they will not refuse to serve in even the most severe frost. In this case, a good way is to impregnate the door rubber with silicone spray or universal spray.
Among the basic ways to protect the car should also include the replacement of tires. Despite the fact that the multigrade variety is gaining popularity, valued among drivers precisely for its versatility, the best choice will be to bet simply on winter tires. They work perfectly in even the most demanding conditions and you do not have to worry that when more snow falls, there will be frost, and the road surface will be slippery, then the car will begin to behave unpredictably while driving
It’s also a good idea to remember to do it at least at the end of November, when winter can usually surprise you with its early arrival and its heavy snowfall and low temperatures.
When it comes to electric cars, there is also a proven plan of action to prepare them for the arrival of winter. A key aspect of their performance during this time is their batteries. However, it’s important to note that during the colder season, their power output decreases and heating can generate additional energy costs. This has implications for range. As a result of lower temperatures, it can decrease by as much as about 10% to 30%. Fortunately, there are ways to prepare for this.
One solution is to choose a well-balanced tire with a typical winter profile and low rolling resistance. What’s more, it’s a good idea to park your car in a garage overnight if you can. You can also make sure you keep a safe distance from other vehicles while driving.
By applying the above-mentioned ways, whether you have a combustion or electric car, you can prepare well for winter and reduce the risk of an accident or malfunction, as well as increased operating costs
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