Summer is on the way and that means making time for road trips. Miller Auto Care wants to make sure that your car is ready for whatever road trips you have in store in the next few months.
Get the Oil Changed
Even a short road trip puts a lot of miles on your car and odds are that you haven’t recently had an oil change. Now is the time to do it, right before you head out on a road trip. Your car’s engine is going to need all the help that it can get because road trips are rougher on your car than you realize.
Check Your Tires
Your road trip is also going to be pretty challenging on your car’s tires. That means you need to make sure that the tires have the right air pressure in each of them. Check the tread and the sidewalls, too. If you notice anything that seems as if the tire isn’t in good condition, it’s important to go ahead and have someone inspect them for you. Safety is key, and a blown-out tire is going to strand you fast.
Get Any Overdue Services Handled
What other services might be overdue? It’s time to get those caught up. You might feel as if this is overkill for a road trip, but the reality is that you’re putting a great deal of strain on all of the car’s systems. Anything that can go wrong will if you just take off without making sure that the car is in good enough condition for the trip.
Clean the Car, Inside and Out
It’s always nice to have a clean car, but it’s even more important when you’re about to head out on a road trip. Cleaning the outside is a great way to make the car look great but spend a good bit of time on the inside, too. Road trips mean you’re spending a lot of time in the car and you want to be comfortable and have plenty of room for whatever you’re bringing with you.
Ready to get out on the road? If you’re not sure your car is up to the task, Miller Auto Care in Medford, OR can help. Give us a call today and we’ll set aside some time to look over what the car needs and let you know if anything should be handled before you leave.