During the summer, there's many ways you'll want to take care of your vehicle. Whether you're staying home in Jasper, IN, or taking time to travel around the country, here are five ways you'll want to take care of your vehicle during the summer.
- Deep Clean Your Vehicle – It's important that your car is clean from the inside out. Any drive is made much more enjoyable by a clean interior cabin. The exterior becomes covered with grime as you drive, so giving it a good wash is important, especially the undercarriage.
- Quick Inspection Before Each Trip – You'll want to give your vehicle a quick, but thorough inspection before you head out on any summer adventure. Nothing ruins summer fun more than a broken-down vehicle. Check the tires, fluids, lights, and climate control before heading out. Also, don't forget the spare tire, just in case!
- Routine Maintenance is Key – Always stay up-to-date on your car's routine maintenance. From oil changes and brake repairs to windshield repairs and tire changes, it's important to keep your car ready for any drive.
- Pack a Summer Emergency Kit – You should always have an emergency kit in your car, but you'll especially want one if you're traveling during the summer. This kit should have a first aid kit, car repair kit, visual aids like flares or small traffic cones, blankets, water, nonperishable food, a flashlight with extra batteries, etc.
- Make Sure Someone Knows Where You're Going – Even if you're fully prepared, things happen. You should always make sure someone knows your travel destination before you head out.
Contact Ruxer Ford with Any Summer Car Care Questions
If you'd like to learn more about your summer car care, we suggest talking to our Ruxer Ford team. We'd love to find you the right car for your summer adventures, schedule your current vehicle for summer service, and more.