Daylight Savings Time has heralded the welcome return of spring. For drivers here in Mission, that means the need to get their vehicle ready for the warmer temperatures and April showers to come.
With snow and ice largely in the rear-view, at least for those staying out of the mountains, readying your wheels for spring begins with changing out those softer winter tires for harder summer or all-season tires, explains Mani, manager of Mission Automotive & Tread Pro Tire Centre.
"Summer tires are designed to give you better traction in warmer weather when we still need to navigate potentially heavy rains," Mani notes.
After an icy winter, new windshield wipers can be an inexpensive – but crucial – update to ensure you can see clearly when those April showers arrive. And to better help you see and be seen during those still dark morning commutes, take the time to ensure all headlights, taillights and turn signals are operating properly, Mani advises.
Of course, March also brings spring break and if that means a family roadtrip, it's essential to shake off the last remnants of winter before you hit the road.
- Get all your vehicle's fluids checked and topped up as needed
- Ensure your brakes are in good shape to handle the journeys ahead, especially if highways and mountain routes are part of your travels
- Get your air conditioning checked and recharged, if needed. Here in the Fraser Valley, spring weather is changeable and the last thing you want is to be on the road in warm weather, only to find your AC is blowing warm air.
To help you get your vehicle ready for spring, the team at Mission Automotive is featuring a seasonal special to check and recharge your AC for $189.
Learn more at missionauto-downtown.com To book your next servicing, call 604-826-3669 or text 604-332-0367.