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Winter Driving Guide

1/11/2018

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Vancouver rains could be one of the many reasons that causes constant waterlogging and frequent traffic jams on roads and highways. The chances of getting into an accident also increase with visibility and road traction reducing significantly. While you can’t predict when the rain will fall, you can follow these maintenance tips to prepare your car for the rains and also stay safe on the roads by introducing a few changes into your driving habit:

1. Service your car

Have you thought about what the road salt could do to your car if piled up? Without you realizing, your car has undergone so much these past few months with all the holiday travels. Servicing is essential before all the dirts and salt piling up. Make sure your service center performs a good check on the car's battery, breaks and all the fluids are topped up.

​2. Check all the lights

Make sure the headlights, tailights and foglights are well maintained during this season. Visibility is affected as the days get shorter, most especially in the heavy downpour, it could be dangerous if other vehicles can't see you.
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3. Check tire pressure

Maintaining tires could be as simple as checking the PSI. Be certain that the tires (even the spare tires) are properly inflated and that they still have good treads (more than 2mm). Worn-out tires could result in compromised grip and stability, it could increase chance of skidding on slippery surfaces.

4. Stay focused for yourself and for everyone else

Feeling uneasy about driving? You're not alone. According to an ICBC survey, almost four in 10 of respondents feel less confident driving during the winter. In addition, seven in 10 feel less safe and frustrated by the actions of other drivers. Staying off the road can sometimes be a less stressful and safer option. Instead of driving, you may want to consider taking public transit if available, carpooling with a friend who's a confident driver, taking a taxi or working from home.
Here at National Tire Wholesale, we are a group of experienced mechanics and believe it of not, we know a lot about car and tires! Come see us and get some feedback about your car performance, we'd love for you to be safe whether for your drive to work or for your next long drive!
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Ethan Roman link
3/30/2018 05:38:30 am

It is always cardinal to stay alert while navigating on the thoroughfare, especially in the inclement weather conditions. A vehicle owner has to follow different driving guidelines in order to prevent the driving state of affair from becoming hazardous. Inclement weather and the longer period of gloominess in the winter spell impose various challenges in front of the driver. Thus, it is advisable to follow the right driving instructions and service your speed machine before stepping on the gas so that you can drive safely on the ice-covered road surfaces and keep your road companion safe from the unanticipated winter hazards.

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Amy Zahirski link
12/24/2018 11:51:53 pm


Winter is harsh for vehicles. In winter, the roads are covered with snow. So the drivers face difficulty in driving in the snow. Therefore it is suggested to use snow tires in vehicles which can provide better grip on the snow covered road. The roads are slippery at this time. So we should drive slowly, accelerate and decelerate slowly. We must check all the lights and tire pressure of the vehicle. Lastly we must service all the components of the car prior to leaving for a road trip.

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Kaitlyn Kristy link
1/17/2019 05:23:22 am

Winter has many adverse effects on vehicles. During winter, in some regions there is heavy snowfall. So, to make the driving easy for drivers, we should use winter tires in vehicles which are able to produce better traction on the snowy road surface. Moreover tires with low tread depth must be replaced with new tires because tires with low tread depth can't produce more traction on the road. We should also check the tire pressure and make the tires properly inflated before driving.

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