Friday, January 6, 2017

VEHICLE PREPARATION AND WINTER DRIVING TIP #5

Always keep an emergency kit handy.  Carry an emergency kit equipped for winter weather.  The kit should include:

  • Bag of abrasive material (sand, salt, cat litter) or traction mats
  • Snow shovel
  • Flashlight with extra batteries
  • Window washer solvent
  • Ice scraper
  • Cloth or roll of paper towels
  • Jumper cables
  • Gloves, hats and blankets, enough for everyone who may ride in your car
  • Warning devices (flares or triangles)
  • Drinking water
  • Non-perishable snacks (energy or granola bars)
  • Extra clothes
  • First-aid kit
  • Basic toolkit (screwdrivers, pliers, adjustable wrench)
  • Mobile phone and car charger with important numbers programmed in it, including a roadside assistance provider

Your Placerville one stop auto repair shop, The Auto Analyst, wants all to be safe on the roads this winter.  If you would like to have your vehicle inspected before any trip please call (530) 621-4591 or visit our website www.theautoanalyst.com.


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