Preparing your vehicle for the winter season now will help ensure your vehicle is in good working order when you need it most.
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Have a mechanic check the following items on your vehicle: battery; wipers and windshield washer fluid; antifreeze; ignition system; thermostat; lights; exhaust system; flashing hazard lights; heater; brakes; defroster; oil level.
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Install good winter tires. Make sure the tires have adequate tread. All-weather radials are usually adequate for most winter conditions. You may also want to carry a set of tire chains in your vehicle for heavy snow conditions. This depends on the laws of your state. Check your state and county laws to see what is allowed on the roadway.
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Keep a windshield scraper and small broom for ice and snow removal and maintain at least a half tank of gas throughout the winter season. It may also be beneficial to carry a bag of salt or sand in your vehicle. Not only does this give a little extra weight in the vehicle but can be used to give extra traction if the vehicle gets stuck in the snow or on ice.
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Finally, plan long trips carefully. Listen to the local media report or call law enforcement agencies for the latest road conditions.
Source: New York State Emergency Management Office website
For more information contact Mars Insurance or visit our website at http://www.marsinsurance.com/
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