Posted on 12/21/2021
Winters in Columbus, OH, can take a toll on everyone's car. The salt from the roads can kick up and do irreversible damage to the car frame, and water-based fluids can freeze if they haven't been monitored. Not only that, but the cold, in general, can heavily strain the car's components. At Luke's Auto Service, we've performed many different kinds of repairs in the winter that could've been prevented by "winterizing". Here are some of the items that you should take care of this season: TIRES When's the last time you checked your tread? If your answer is unsure (or never), there's probably no tread left, meaning you need new tires. Without tread, your tires will not be able to grip the road properly, let alone grip wet or snow-covered roads. Also, the temperature can affect your tire pressure. The colder it gets, the lower your tire pressure becomes, even if you don't leak anywhere. Therefore, it's essential to check on your tire press ... read more