Nobody likes unexpected surprises, so if you want to have real confidence in your car this winter, make sure that you book it in for a service. If your car is in good running order, you will have peace of mind when going on journeys.
At Sunrise, you can expect expert car servicing to ensure that you prevent issues arising by regularly servicing your vehicle. Our highly trained mechanics are on hand to deliver exceptional levels of workmanship to ensure that you can experience trouble-free motoring.
Our Service & Repairs provisioning includes: engine diagnostics, engine rebuild, injector removal, the repair of transmission and gearboxes, resolving issues pertaining to steering and suspension, brake services and more!.
Even simple things like checking and replacing the anti-freeze in your vehicles radiator will provide you with that extra level of protection from a potential weather-related breakdown.
If your car battery is older than four years, you may need to invest in a new car battery, but our professional vehicle servicing offering will determine if this is required.
The colder months can have an impact on your vehicles tyres. When the weather is cooler, your tyre pressure will be lower and lower pressures can increase the amount of tyre in contact with the road which increases fuel consumption. Not only does this increase how much petrol or diesel that you are putting in your vehicle, but it also can compromise the handling of your tyres too.
Ensure that you keep the air in your tyres topped up and check the air pressure regularly
Changing your automatic transmission fluid and ensuring that this is the recommended fluid for your car will ensure that your engine more cleanly and efficiently. This in turn will help with regards to better fuel economy.
You may want to consider investing in a set of winter tyres which can be used in the colder weather. They are made from a softer compound which means that they are soft enough to maintain the grip required in temperatures below 7 degrees. Winter or ‘cold weather’ tyres have a different tread pattern which provides better grip in snow.
A smeary windscreen can have a significant impact on visibility which is dangerous. The low sun in winter highlights every smear on your windscreen which makes it incredibly difficult to see the road.
Keep your windscreen maintained by ensuring that you keep your windscreen washer topped up and if your windscreen wipers are showing signs of wear, get them replaced as soon as possible.
Always ensure that you clear your windscreen (and other windows) of condensation and ice before you drive off to ensure that your visibility isn’t affected. It is also worth noting that if you cause an accident due to not see clearly, then your car insurance premiums may rocket.
Ensure that you regularly wipe your lights and check that the bulbs are working to make sure that other road users and pedestrians can see you.
From spare warm clothes and blankets to bottles of water and snacks, if you are planning a long journey in difficult conditions, ensure that you have some essentials with you just in case of any problems. You should also carry a torch, battery jump leads, a shovel and de-icer to ensure that you are prepared for any difficult weather conditions.
When there is a severe weather warning make sure that you take them seriously. Use apps and check the internet before you travel. If there is a severe weather warning, consider delaying your journey and don’t travel unless it is necessary.
Reference: Telegraph and Money Supermarket