We’ve tucked away our winter coats and replaced them with flip flops and swimsuits, but have we made sure our cars are ready for Summer? Just as we prepare for winter weather with snow tires and ice scrapers, we should show special attention to our cars for warm weather. Keep your car in good shape this season with this set of helpful tips from the Car Care Council.

Check all fluids- everything from engine oil to windshield washer fluid. Rainstorms can be heavy this time of year so check your windshield wipers and lights to be sure you can see well and that others can see you. 

Read more: Summertime Car Care Checklist

There are a few reasons oil change vendors put that reminder sticker on your windshield after they service your car.

There’s the obvious, they want your repeating business, but regular oil changes keep your car’s engine running at smooth and clean, reducing emissions into the environment and keeping all those moving parts moving smoothly.

Read more: Regular Oil Changes Greatly Increase Your Car’s Longevity

The U.S. Secretary of Transportation said that reading or sending a text message takes your eyes completely off the road for about five seconds, enough time to travel the length of a football field if you’re driving on an interstate.

If there’s an emergency, and you must text or talk, turn the hazards on and pull over. You don’t want to be the next emergency.

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