PROTECT YOUR CAR FROM THE PERILS OF WINTER

However, winter driving doesn't always have to be hazardous if you make sure you are prepared. To help you get ready for winter, we've pulled together all the best tips and tricks to help you prepare your car for the worst of weather.

1. Check your tyres:

When working well, tyres help to prevent skidding and enable you to stop in an accident. As winter approaches, with both handling and stopping becoming more difficult, it is important to make sure your tyres are in good condition.

Although tyres only need a tread depth of 1.6mm, a 3mm depth is safer in winter. A quick and easy way to check this would be to use a 20p coin. When inserting it into the groove of your tyre, if you see the rim of the coin, you'll need to get your tyres checked out at your local garage. Make sure to check this around the entire width of the tyre and at several points around the circumference.

It may also be worth investing in winter tyres if you live in an area particularly prone to ice or snow.



2. Refill your fluid:

As temperatures drop, both coolant and washer fluid can freeze, so you'll need to keep them topped up with anti-freeze. Engine coolant should be a 50/50 mix of water and antifreeze and you should make sure your winter washer fluid also contains antifreeze.



3. Check your battery:

Winter can be hard on your battery as a drop in tem...