Be Mine. Kiss Me. I’m Yours. Sometimes short and
sweet is the best way to send a message to your loved ones. With Valentine’s Day right around the
corner, Firestone Complete Auto Care suggests sharing the following messages with friends and
family:
– Be Proactive. It is important to be proactive when it comes to your vehicle’s
maintenance and personal safety. Make sure to have your vehicle serviced and oil changed per the
vehicle manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule. Also, be prepared for winter weather by
storing the following in your vehicle: a properly inflated spare tire, ice scraper, flashlight,
blanket, bottled water, snacks, any necessary medication and a cell phone with a car
charger.
– Tire Pressure. Check your tire pressure weekly. As the temperature outside drops,
the air inside a tire contracts, dropping the tire’s air pressure. A tire’s PSI (pound per square
inch) can drop one pound for every 10-degree drop in temperature.
– Fill Up. In cold weather, it is helpful to keep the gas tank at least half full
at all times. The additional gasoline will prevent moisture from freezing your fuel line and will
add more weight to the vehicle, which will help increase traction on the road.
– Slow Down. Be prepared – stopping on wet roads can take up to four times the normal braking
distance. Slow down in wet weather to improve traction.
– Buckle up. The seatbelt is the only thing that is holding you back in the event of an
accident. Make sure your loved ones are protected by reminding them to fasten their safety
belts.
Nothing says “true love” like ensuring your loved ones’ safety behind the wheel.
Trisha Hessinger is a former racecar driver and nationally recognized
automotive-education specialist for Firestone Complete Auto Care. (NewsUSA)
Susan Brewer Service First Real Estate (636)936-8600
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