The first cold snap is when we see the most breakdowns of the year. Batteries that were fine in September give up at minus ten, and summer-worn tyres lose grip on the first icy morning. A little preparation in October prevents most of it.
Our winter checklist
- Test the battery: cold weather cuts its power by up to a third.
- Check tread depth: we recommend at least 4 mm for winter.
- Top up coolant with the right antifreeze mix.
- Replace worn wiper blades and fill the washer bottle with winter screen wash.
- Check every bulb, because the days are short.
Keep a winter kit in the trunk
An ice scraper, a blanket, a phone charger, jump leads and a small shovel take up very little space and can turn a long wait into a minor delay.
Our free Winter Safety Check covers all of the above in about 20 minutes. Use code WINTER when you book.
