{"id":43588,"date":"2023-10-03T18:19:47","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T18:19:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lethal-industry.com\/?p=43588"},"modified":"2023-10-03T18:19:47","modified_gmt":"2023-10-03T18:19:47","slug":"im-a-car-expert-seven-key-parts-to-check-before-winter-it-could-save-you-hundreds-in-repairs-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lethal-industry.com\/world-news\/im-a-car-expert-seven-key-parts-to-check-before-winter-it-could-save-you-hundreds-in-repairs-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"I&#x27;m a car expert&#8230; seven key parts to check before winter &#8211; it could save you hundreds in repairs | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A CAR expert has urged drivers to check seven key parts of their motor before the temperature drops.<\/p>\n<p>Motors outfit Motorway compiled a list of nifty tips which could save you time and money as the harsher conditions set in.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/woman-driving-car-uk-winter-791128256.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Check your antifreeze<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Antifreeze is an essential fluid when it comes to car maintenance.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to regularly check your antifreeze is comfortably above the minimum level as this will ensure your vehicle&#x27;s fluids are circulating as they should be.<\/p>\n<p>Overfilling your antifreeze can cause lasting damage as it could overheat the cooling system.<\/p>\n<h2>Check your brakes<\/h2>\n<p>Frequently checking your brakes is essential during the colder months, as icy roads can cause your motor to skid.<\/p>\n<h2>read more in motors<\/h2>\n<p><source media=\"(-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.5)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24240307-1696323154156.jpg\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24240307-1696323154156.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24240307-1696323154156.jpg\"><\/picture><span>STORE WARNING <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Parking your EV at the supermarket could see you slapped with massive fine<\/h3>\n<p><source media=\"(-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.5)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-9237915-1696335536608.jpg\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-9237915-1696335536608.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-9237915-1696335536608.jpg\"><\/picture><span>PARKING RAGE <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Woman slammed over \u2018anti-social\u2019 parking act but shameful move is NOT illegal<\/h3>\n<p>If you hear rattles, squeaks or shows any other irregularity, it&#x27;s best to send your car in for an examination.<\/p>\n<h2>Tyres<\/h2>\n<p>Experts recommend assessing your tyres before you get behind the wheel on wet or icy days.<\/p>\n<p>The minimum law requirement is to have a tyre thread depth of 1.6mm. <\/p>\n<p>However, many service providers recommend a depth of 3mm to maintain a safe stopping distance, especially when experiencing rainy conditions.<\/p>\n<h2>Most read in Motors<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24238853-1696287148012.jpg\"><\/picture><span>RED HANDED <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>I got doorbell cam to catch neighbour&#8217;s bad parking&#8230; but what I saw was better<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/TM-comp-Car.jpg\"><\/picture><span>GOOD AS NEW <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Classic VW Beetle with just two miles on clock sells for \u00a350,000<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24236178-1696268985565.jpg\"><\/picture><span>KICKING OFF <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Jamie Theakston blasts thieves for stealing his car\u2026 and gives them warning<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24236364-1696266564521.jpg\"><\/picture><span>jammy <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>You could have a high driving IQ if can you solve the traffic jam by removing one car<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add-ons such as snow chains, tyre socks and winter tyres can help to increase your tyres grip.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Wiper blades &amp; windscreen wash<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Ensuring your window wipers are in working order is another well-advised tip as temperatures begin to drop.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers can do this by wiping down the wipers with a clean cloth between trips.<\/p>\n<p>However, you should never pull a blade off a frozen windscreen during the wintry months, as this can cause the rubber to tear.<\/p>\n<p>You may also find that washer fluid is distributed frequently during the winter, so keep one eye on those fluid levels as having an empty tank is against the law.<\/p>\n<h2>Test your battery<\/h2>\n<p>Car battery&#x27;s are more likely to drain sooner in the winter than they are in warmer conditions.<\/p>\n<p>If your car temperature begins to fall, your battery light flickers when you switch the engine on or your motor&#x27;s speed begins to slow down, it&#x27;s worth getting your car checked out with your mechanic as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<p> Considering that getting a replacement done at a\u00a0garage\u00a0can cost anywhere between \u00a3100 and \u00a3400, addressing the problem straight away will help avoid forking out eye-watering fees.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Check your oil and fuel levels<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As cars need oil and fuel to run, be mindful of your car&#x27;s levels for the former and latter.<\/p>\n<p>Cars need oil and fuel to run, otherwise, they will simply break down.<\/p>\n<p>For EV users, simply make sure your Tesla is adequately charged when you set out on the road.<\/p>\n<p>If you can help it, try to keep your electric vehicle in a parking position where snow can\u2019t gather under the car where the battery is located.<\/p>\n<h2>Read More on The Sun<\/h2>\n<p><source media=\"(-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.5)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/crop-24247478.jpg\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/crop-24247478.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/crop-24247478.jpg\"><\/picture><span>PACK IT IN <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Big Brother&#x27;s set lights ahead of launch &#8211; but locals are left complaining <\/h3>\n<p><source media=\"(-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.5)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24239749-1696324367863.jpg\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24239749-1696324367863.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/newspress-collage-24239749-1696324367863.jpg\"><\/picture><span>FENCED IN <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>I could go to prison if I don&#x27;t throw open my fenced off garden to the public<\/h3>\n<h2><strong>Protecting your cars paint and exterior<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>During winter, your car is faced with the extra grit laid down to help de-ice the roads you drive on, which can corrode and damage your car&#x27;s body.<\/p>\n<p>Giving your car an exhaustive wax at the start of the season or regularly washing your motor to wash away any salt or solution are both recommended.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/windscreen-wipers-fighting-keep-rain-841515453.jpg\"><br \/>\nSource: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/motors\/24248143\/car-expert-seven-key-parts-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A CAR expert has urged drivers to check seven key parts of their motor before the temperature drops. 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