Safety starts before you begin to drive!
With wet weather on the horizon, residents may be searching for their umbrellas and rain boots to stay dry when you need to go out. The rainy day preparation needs to extend to your car.
Check Your Tires—Use the penny test to make sure you still have enough tread on your tires to safely make it across wet roads. Place a penny head first into several tread grooves across the tire. If you always see the top of Lincoln’s head, your treads are shallow and worn. If this is the case, your tires need to be replaced
Change Your Wiper Blades—Inspect your wiper blades for brittleness or steaking. If you notice either, replace your wipers
Check Your Headlights and Taillights—When rain makes visibility low, other drivers will count on your headlights and taillights to see you on the road
Check Your Brakes—If you don’t know how to check your car’s brakes, take it to a mechanic to have it inspected
Use a Windshield Water Repellent—Windshield wipers help, but in heavy rain, you may find that they’re insufficient. Clean the inside of your windows to reduce fogging, and use a water repellent on the outside to improve visibility
Create or Update Your Emergency Kit—Weather conditions can force you to pull off the road and wait. Make sure you have an emergency kit to keep you safe and comfortable
