How to Deal With Hot or Cold Weather: A Guide to Seasonal Car Care
Weather changes in the UK tend to happen rather abruptly. One minute, the car is dealing with freezing conditions and salty roads. Next, it has to handle hot conditions and an ailing air conditioning system. What happened to that efficient machine that handled the winter season so effectively? The answer to all these problems lies in realising that each season affects the car differently. In winter, batteries, tyres, and antifreeze fluid all need more attention. The air conditioning, engine coolant, and oil all have issues in hot weather. Spring: The Recovery Season The winter season leaves its footprint on the car. With salt, dirt, harsh conditions, and short drives, it's necessary to prepare your car for the new season. Salt damages unprotected metal surfaces by accelerating corrosion processes. Washing under the vehicle and inside the wheel arches removes salt residues from the car’s surface. Low temperatures reduce tyre pressure. As temperatures increase, the pressure level m...