Before you hit the road this summer for vacation, here are a few good tips for avoiding major headaches down the road.
Tires — Typically, passenger car tires have a life rating of about 60,000 miles of normal wear and tear. Tires receive mileage ratings because they can actually start to break down internally at that mileage without showing any external signs. We see many cases where a tire blows out, but the tread is still good.
Battery — Many people are good about having their battery checked in the winter, but fail to do so in the summer. We actually see more battery failures during the extreme heat than in the cold.
Belts and Hoses — This is another, often neglected, system that can leave you stranded on the road. Typically, belts and hoses should be replaced around 100,000 miles. There is a good chance that they will last longer than that, but it is hard to be sure. They can also deteriorate from the inside and not show any signs of a problem until it’s too late.
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