As the weather warms up, it’s time to make sure your car, truck, SUV, or van is in top working order. The Car Care Council has designated April as National Car Care Month, a perfect opportunity to review what maintenance and services your vehicle may need. This ensures safety, reliability, and peak performance on the road. It also helps you avoid unexpected, costly repairs.

Why is April National Car Care Month?

The Car Care Council chose April for National Car Care Month because spring is officially underway, and it’s time to ensure your vehicle is prepped and ready for spring and summer driving and road trips. It’s also a good time to take care of any issues from winter driving.

Why is Regular Car Care Important?

Routine automotive service is crucial to keeping your new or used car, truck, van, or SUV running as it should for as long as you own it. Taking a proactive approach to car care keeps your vehicle maintained properly and also gives you a chance to complete any minor repairs before they become bigger problems. Regular car care also improves the longevity of your vehicle. Excessive wear and tear is costly, and neglecting routine maintenance can lead to more expensive repairs down the road.

5 Tips for Spring and Summer Car Care

• Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home. The slush, dirt, salt, and snow your vehicle drove through all winter has likely left your vehicle in need of a good cleaning. Now that the weather has warmed up, it’s an ideal time to clean the interior and exterior of your SUV, van, car, or truck.
• Your wiper blades may have worn out over the winter. If there are streaks left on your windshield or they’re squeaking as they move, it’s time to replace your wiper blades for the spring and summer.
• Cold weather can affect tire pressure, so be sure to check your tires. If any have deflated, be sure to put air in them, as deflated tires can cause extra wear. If there does seem to be uneven wear and tear on your tires, you may want to consider scheduling a tire rotation.
• National Car Care Month is a good time to restock your emergency kit. Restock any items that are running low in your first aid kit. If you used any blankets or winter gear, now is a good time to wash or replace them. Check that all batteries are still working in flashlights, radios, or other devices, and replace any that need it.
• Have professional technicians complete routine automotive services like checking your engine, brakes, fluid levels, and air conditioning system. This is also a good time to schedule an oil change if your vehicle is due. Our service technicians are specially trained to work on Mazda, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM vehicles, and we use only genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) parts made specifically for these brands’ vehicles.

Schedule Your Spring Car Care with Whitten Brothers Automotive

Don’t put off routine car maintenance! Celebrate National Car Care Month by scheduling an appointment with a Whitten Brothers Automotive auto service center in Richmond, VA, or Ashland, VA. Their team is here to keep your vehicle running like new. Whether you’ve recently purchased a new Mazda or CDJR vehicle or you drive a used vehicle, they can help. Contact them to learn more about the routine maintenance they provide or schedule online.

With Whitten Brothers Automotive, you can trust that your vehicle is in good hands. Our team of expert technicians is dedicated to providing top-notch service and ensuring that your vehicle is running at peak performance.