Winter is here, and you want to be sure that your car is ready for the road conditions that the weather is going to bring. In addition to engine care, you want to service your brakes, tires, and suspension to ensure safe driving in winter weather. Here is a list of brake, tire, and suspension maintenance that needs to be checked for your winter weather driving:

1. Checking Your Brakes for Maintenance and Repairs for Winter Driving

The brakes are one of the most important areas of your car to service before winter driving. You want to make sure that you have good pads and that the fluid levels are where they need to be. In addition, modern cars have anti-lock brake systems, which are essential for winter driving conditions. Have an auto repair shop inspect your brakes and make sure all the components of your anti-lock brake system are working correctly.

2. Keeping Tire Pressure Right and Good Tread for Winter Weather

Tires are also important for driving in weather with snow and ice. It is important that you have good treads. If you change your tires at least once a year, winter is a good time to have them changed. You may want to have all-weather tires installed that are good for winter weather and rain. In addition, check your tire pressure regularly during the winter months to ensure it is correct and tires do not wear faster. In snow and ice, the pressure can be a little lower, but not too low. Also, remember that pressure changes with the weather outside as it gets hot or cold.

3. Better Handling with Balanced Tires and A Fresh Alignment for Winter Driving

Anybody that has done any driving in northern areas knows that driving sometimes means sliding and counter steering to correctly handle your car. It also means that you want to be sure your car has a good suspension for handling in snow and ice. Before you drive in these conditions, make sure your tires are balanced and that your suspension has a good alignment. You may also want to have the components of your suspension inspected and replace parts like springs, shocks, and struts if needed.

Checking the components for your car's suspension and brakes will ensure your car handles well in poor driving conditions. Contact an auto repair service to help with some of the maintenance that your car needs before you do any winter driving this year. 

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