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avoid rust with these spring car maintenance tips

Winter Ruins Your Car – Spring is the Time for Repairs

The winter can be rough for a lot of reasons. The cold can be brutal, the snow can be stifling, and the general boredom of being stuck in the house can get old fast. But the winter isn’t only tough on you, it’s tough on your car. During those chilly months, you’ll likely be driving through winter weather that leaves your car much worse for wear if you’re not careful. So, it’s important that you take proper care of your vehicle once the winter is over and address the possible damage that may have been caused. We have some spring car maintenance tips that could save you money on repairs later on.

Tires are Vulnerable

One of the first things that winter weather can seriously mess up is your tires. Your tires are constantly coming into contact with the worst that the winter has to offer. That means snow, ice, salt, and whatever snow and ice may hide on the road. Your tire pressure will also be subject to change as winter turns into spring. So, it’s good to take a look at your tires as winter comes to a close and make sure your tread is in good shape and that your tire pressure is at the recommended level. If not you should get your tires replaced before they become too worn. This is one of those essential spring car maintenance tips you can use every year.

Potholes are Numerous

There are a lot of dangers on the road during the winter, but one of the most frustrating is the pothole. Potholes are usually the result of water getting under the roadway and expanding as it freezes. Then the water warms and contracts and this cycle continues until the road is weakened. Sometimes plow trucks tear these weak spots up and sometimes just driving over them is enough to break the weak road. Potholes can lead to major damage to car parts such as your tires, axles, suspension, and more. So, it’s best to avoid potholes as much as possible and then examine your vehicle to make sure there is no damage after a run-in with one.

Salt Gets Everywhere

One of the most subtle and sneaky dangers of winter roads is salt. Salt can cause rust underneath your car and paint peels on top of your car. If not dealt with, road salt can lead to major problems with your car parts as important components rust out. So, it is imperative that you get your car washed during the winter, and at the least as soon as spring has sprung to avoid the consequences of winter salt damage.

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