One area that many people tend to overlook when you buy used car or truck is the tires. Look them over very carefully and inquire about them. Tires can tell you a lot about the vehicle you are looking to purchase. Check for abnormal wear as that is an indication of front end troubles. Knowing how long the tires have been on the vehicle will give you a good idea when they will need replaced again.

volvo seattle Make sure that all vehicle lights, including hazard flashers and turn signals, are in good working order. If you become stranded, they will be vital to help insure that nobody else runs into you while you are stranded.

Check the engine oil level of your car regularly, and while you are under the bonnet check the level of radiator coolant. In a well maintained car this should include the manufacturers recommended concentration of antifreeze.

prepare for winter Remember not to slam on your brakes, when you feel your car start to slip that may be your first reaction but your breaks could lock up and throw you into an uncontrolled skid. Instead, apply constant & firm pressure steadily.

cars in winter If you are using a seed mix that has a high proportion of blue grass, seeding too late will make it so that germination may not take place until mid October, which is not beneficial to young grass as it would be an easy target for frost kill.

Battery: In winter the battery in your car will run down more quickly than in the summer months. Heaters, lights and wipers all put extra strain on the battery. Most batteries will last around 5 years in modern cars, but giving your vehicle a long run or trickle charging your battery will help to keep you moving.