Get Your Car Ready for Your Summer Road Trip
Are you thinking about taking a road trip this summer? If so, you need to make sure that your vehicle is ready for the trip. At Sport Cadillac, it would be our pleasure to help you find a new vehicle, but we are also here to help you take care of it. We do not want you to face a significant repair during your next road trip, so make sure you bring your vehicle to the shop for routine maintenance. Take a look at some of the most important maintenance steps you need to follow to get your vehicle ready for your summer road trip. Then, think about where you want to go this summer!
1. Check the Status of Your Tires
First, you need to check the status of your tires if you are planning a summer road trip. Your tires are important because they have an impact on your gas mileage, braking, and handling. We can take a look at your tires and make sure they still have enough tread left on them to be used safely. On the other hand, if you are in the market for new tires, we can help you find the right set of tires for your driving style. Finally, do not forget that you need to rotate your tires at least once per year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes sooner. This is important for making sure you get as many miles out of your vehicle as possible.
2. Get the Right Motor Oil
Next, you must make sure you have the right motor oil for your vehicle as well. Your motor oil is important because it improves your fuel efficiency and extends the life of your engine. In general, you should change your motor oil once per year or every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first. If you are trying to figure out what motor oil is right for your vehicle, we can help you with that. Your motor oil can reduce the friction between the internal components of your engine, which can prevent it from overheating. This can also reduce the wear and tear on your engine, adding years of life to it.
3. Have the Brakes Inspected
In addition, you need to get the brakes inspected. There are numerous components of your brakes that have to work together to bring you to a complete stop quickly. If your brake fluid is a bit low, it has to be topped off. If your brake rotors are worn down, they need to be replaced. If your brake pads are worn down, they should be swapped out as well. We have all of these parts available, and we can check your brakes for you. That way, if you have to stop short to avoid a serious accident, your brakes will respond accordingly.
4. Don’t Neglect the Air Filters
Finally, you must make sure that you change the air filters on time as well. There are two separate sets of air filters in your vehicle that need to be changed. You need to change the air filters in your engine because your engine needs a source of clean air with which to work. If your engine air filters are clogged with a bunch of dust and debris, the engine will not work as you want them to. You also need to change your cabin air filters as well. That way, you prevent dust and pollen from getting inside your vehicle. All of your passengers deserve to have a source of clean air, so make sure you change your cabin air filters on time.
Visit Sport Cadillac for All Summer Maintenance Needs
Clearly, it is important for you to make sure that you take care of your vehicle accordingly. At Sport Cadillac, we are proud to have one of the most experienced maintenance teams in the local area, and we can help you take care of your vehicle as well. Even though you are probably excited about where you can go this summer, you need to make sure your vehicle is ready for the trip. Make sure you stay on top of all of your maintenance needs and contact our dealership to schedule your next maintenance appointment.
