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Vehicle preparation key as the big freeze gets underway
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. And hopefully this year, more of us will be seeing family and meeting friends. Whether you’re making a local journey or travelling further afield, make sure you adjust your driving to the conditions and your car is winter ready. While we may all be hoping for a white Christmas, nine out of 10 accidents occur in the rain. The following advice is offered by the Met office ‘If it’s time for your wipers, it’s time to slow down’. Plan your journey and try and stick to main routes, especially if it is snowing. Leave extra time and let someone know what time you expect to arrive. Make sure you have everything you will need in your car in case you are delayed or breakdown. Warm clothes, boots and a torch, and don’t forget to charge your mobile phone. It’s also a good idea to have some food and drink (non-alcoholic of course). Traci from Sunrise Service and MOT Centre in Blandford offered the following advice: Tyres: Make sure they are safe –they have enough tread, they are at the correct pressure Screen Wash: Ensure it’s topped up, and at the correct dilution to prevent it from freezing. It is especially important when the gritter lorries are out to keep your windscreen clean. General maintenance: Check anti-freeze, inspect all your lights and make sure they are clean and working, check your oil and top up if necessary. Given the recent battering we’ve had both Storms Arwen and Barra, whether it’s a white Christmas or a damp one, be prepared, drive carefully and have a safe and joyful time.
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