Winter is a tough time for drivers and their vehicles. The first snowfall of the season seems to appear unexpectedly and take us by surprise. There's no better time than now to review smart tactics so that next season we're fully prepared. Routine Maintenance Before the heavy cold sets in, schedule a service checkup with your Toyota Service Center. Your appointment doesn't have to be a scheduled service interval visit. Let the expert techs perform a thorough check of your vehicle's fluids, tire pressure and treads, battery and engine/transmission systems. Tires In snowy regions, dedicated winter tires are the best option. If you use your stock all-season tires, make sure they have enough tread and are wearing evenly. If treads are very worn, don't shrug it off. It's the safety of you, those riding with you and others around you! Emergencies Stock your vehicle with a few bottles of water, extra windshield fluid, an emergency blanket and flashlight. We've all heard about jammed highways that took many hours to clear. Be prepared! Fuel Keep your vehicle filled with fuel. A few hours of idling or a long detour can leave you stranded with an empty tank. While you're at it, take the station stop as an opportunity to double-check your tire pressure. Changing temps cause tires to change pressure. Snow sweepers Most of us have been using simple scrapers and brushes. Consider a snow sweeper like this one: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Suncast-Telescoping-Snow-Sweeper-SB80024/207206768 This sweeper is absolutely brilliant. Fast work with no scratches! Our dealership uses ones like this all the time to make short work of cleaning cars after a snowfall. There are plenty of other brands and models available as well. And don't forget to raise your wiper blades before a snow! Common sense and good preparation will go a long way to make your motoring winter safe. Stay warm! We invite you to come by when you’re ready for your next car, truck or SUV and experience just what Transparency, Efficiency and Respect means to us and you, the customer. Check our new inventory here and our pre-owned inventory here. We have a great selection in stock and ready for delivery. Our expert finance department will work with you to find financing that works for you. You can even get pre-approved on our website. Call us at 914-825-6498 to arrange a visit and a test drive with one of our sales specialists. We look forward to seeing you!
