Get Your Car Ready for a Road Trip

Whether you are planning a summer vacation, a trip to Grandma’s house for the holidays, or just a relaxing day trip on the road, your vehicle can be like your home away from home. Getting your car ready, inside and out, can make the difference between a chaotic experience and a calm, relaxing drive. Here are a few things you might want to plan before you leave.

Check Your Vehicle                      

Since the smooth operation of your car is the key to a smooth trip, take time to check the fluid levels and change filters if needed. You may want to have the tires rotated and balanced for better steering and fuel efficiency. If there are some concerns that need attention, call the mechanic Marysville WA depends on to get their cars road worthy.

Set Up the Inside

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Not all heros Wear Capes: How to Come the Rescue in a Winter Storm

Winter is here, and for most of the country, that means snowfall. It will conceal sidewalks, walkways, and driveways from plain sight. Many people don’t have all-wheel drive vehicles and don’t take the proper precautions in the snow s there are always a few cars stuck in driveways, or hillsides or ditches. Here are three ways you can come to the rescue when mother nature has graced us with a thick blanket of snow.

Plow

You won’t be able to plow if you have a car, but if you have a truck, you can attach a snow plow to the front. Your neighbors with long driveways will give you all sorts of their homebaked Christmas treats after you clear away the snow. If you are accustomed to just using a shovel to clear big spaces, you will be amazed at how fast a plow can get the job done.

Shovel