Our expert technicians at Christian Brothers Automotive Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, Michigan, are here to work with you to get your car ready for winter so you can be safe during your holiday travels and shopping.

Keep your tires in good condition

When your tires get worn out they lose their tread, meaning they don’t have enough traction on wet or icy roads. Driving on bald tires is dangerous even during good road conditions. You also need to be wary of the tire pressure when the temperature drops. Air compresses in cold weather, causing your tire pressure to go down. This means you’ll have to fill your tires up to keep them correctly inflated.

You’ll see a warning light on your dashboard if tire pressure is too low. Maintaining proper tire pressure is just as essential for the tires to maintain traction on the slippery winter roads.

Check your car battery

During the winter months, your engine works harder to keep your car moving. It puts more pressure on the battery as well, which is why it is so common to see drivers needing to jump their cars out in the parking lot during their holiday shopping runs. Nothing is more inconvenient than being stuck somewhere thanks to a dead battery. That’s why it’s important to check your battery before the winter.

Use the right amount of antifreeze

Antifreeze, or coolant, is found in the car’s radiator. Its function is to prevent your engine from overheating or freezing. Don’t forget to keep your antifreeze at a mixture ratio of 50:50 with water. Not having this correct mixture may put your engine in danger. Always check with one of our local Grand Rapids automotive technicians to assure the antifreeze mixture has the correct ratio and is ready to go for winter.

Prepare your vehicle so you can drive safely this winter with Christian Brothers Automotive Grand Rapids. The ASE-certified technicians at our Grand Rapids auto repair center can take care of any concerns you have. We also back most of our services with the 2-year/24,000-mile Nice Difference warranty. Call Christian Brothers Automotive Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, Michigan to prepare your car for winter and see the nice difference!