Drive Safer this Winter with a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report from Carrington Street Auto Repairs

Our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report is free with every service at Carrington Street Auto Repairs in Adelaide. Our qualified mechanics will visually check over the important components of your vehicle and provide you with a written report on the condition of your vehicle. We can then help you understand any concerns which may need to be attended so that you can drive safe this winter with Carrington Street Auto Repairs and Repco Authorised Service.

The result of that could be very different approaches to prepare your car for the season; however the fundamentals of safe winter motoring remain the same. So what steps can you take to make sure your car is equipped for safe winter motoring?

Don't you hate that moment when you switch on the wipers during that first rainstorm and realise they haven't been replaced in years! Your wipers are exposed to the full force of the Australian sun all year round and wear out. A good quality wiper blade like Trico is essential to help you see your way clear regardless of the weather. Carrington Street Auto Repairs can recommend a wiper blade or assembly that is right for your car.

Fluids and other mechanisms in your car can be impacted by cold weather; especially coolants, oils and items such as glow plugs in diesel vehicles. Having a regular service is essential - especially by a professional who recognises the correct parts and products for your particular vehicle make and model. We use high quality NGK glow plugs and Penrite oils and fluids that are designed for Australian conditions.

It's essential to drive to the road conditions in wet weather or poor visibility, slow down and leave a larger than normal stopping distance between yourself and the vehicle in front. Drive on the safe side and book in today for a service or a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report.

Keep a look out for the warning signs that your brakes might need some attention, for example vibrating, spongy or slow responding brake pedal, strange sounds or difficult handling when applying pressure to your brakes. If you notice any of these you should get it checked out by a qualified expert. Brake inspections form part of our 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report, so if you have concerns call us today and book in.

It's dangerous to drive on bald or incorrectly inflated tyres. Now is the time to check how worn your tyres are. If your tyres are wearing unevenly, this could indicate that your shock absorbers or some other vital part of your steering and suspension systems are due for service or replacement. Find out more about the components that affect your tyre wear on the links below:

• Tyres and Wheel Service
• Shock Absorber Auto Facts
• Steering and CV Boots
• Braking and Disc Pads

Driving on tyres that are incorrectly inflated won't only cost you money on additional fuel; it can also impact your stopping ability. You can usually find manufacturers recommendations on a panel inside the driver side door.

Carrington Street Auto Repairs has a state of the art Safe-T-Stop machine that can accurately test for shocker and brake wear and tear and provide you with a detailed report on the state of your vehicles ability to stop in an emergency. Call us today to book in for a Safe T Stop test.