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Winter Car Health Check Prices and Details

Winter is the time of year when most accidents occur as a result of dangerous driving conditions. The adverse weather poses a constant threat to our vehicles; therefore, it is important to perform some pre winter car checks.

Garages offer winter health checks for your vehicles to provide optimum safety on the roads during these darker months. These safety checks, like that of a service but tailored towards winter, examine six main areas of the car.

What is included in a Winter Health Check?

Tyre Inspection

In winter, tyres are more likely to slip or skid than the rest of the year. Therefore, increased contact and pressure is required to increase safety. Winter tyres may also be suggested if you often drive in remote areas or in temperatures that sit below 7 degrees Celsius.

Antifreeze and coolant top-up

Breaking down in the winter is normally related to the car’s cooling system. You should always have a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water to avert the vehicle from seizing up.

Lights Assessment

The importance of working lights all year round is an essential part of road safety. In the winter, the days only get shorter and the influx of fog further threatens good visibility. It is also against the law to drive with broken lights, hence a lights assessment is an immensely important element of a winter car check.

Battery Test

Car battery problems are the pits, this car check certifies that your car battery is charged, secure and operating safely.

Oil level change/replenishment

Having the right amount of oil in your vehicle eliminates the risk of engine problems. The consistency of your oil can also vary in regard to the season, for example sometimes thinner oil is needed in winter for the car to run more smoothly.

Windscreen Wiper Check

The unpredictable weather conditions of winter can make visibility a constant battle, one that need not be made harder with windscreen wipers that are not working effectively. The garage will also inspect your wiper fluid level, topping it up if needed.We work with a network of 17,145 mechanics and garages across the UK so we can find competitive Winter Check deals for you.

To find the best Winter Check available in your region;

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You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best Winter Check deals in your area, before booking the Winter Check.