Keeping Your Car Safe During Hurricane Season
New Jersey doesn’t experience hurricanes with the same frequency as our southern neighbors, but we know from experience that they make up for lost time when they come. Before the next Floyd, Irene, or Sandy makes landfall, McGuire Buick GMC wants to share some tips that will protect your vehicle when the next storm hits. You’ll be well on your way with smart parking and driving habits alongside preventative service.
Preventative Service
There are several services you can apply to keep your car protected during a hurricane, including:
• Brake service: Check that your brakes are in good working order to brake safely on wet roads.
• Tire service: Inspect your tires for damage and repair or replace them as needed.
• Wiper service: Replace any old wiper blades so you can effectively push rain off your windshield.
Safe Driving
You should avoid driving in a hurricane as much as possible, but there are several safety tips to consider if you have to drive. Drive slower than usual, leaving plenty of room between you and other drivers. If you see any large puddles or pools of water in your way, drive around them if possible since they can hide bumps, depressions, and debris that can strand or damage your vehicle.
Protective Parking
Even when your car is parked at home, you must protect it during a storm. If your vehicle is exposed to the elements, cover it with a tarp and anchor that tarp to the ground. For drivers with a garage, park far away from the door, board the windows, and lock down everything loose around the car. If you don’t have a garage or live in a flood-prone area (especially near the Passaic and Hackensack rivers), park on higher ground.
Schedule GMC Service for Hurricanes in Little Falls, NJ
Don’t delay in scheduling preventative hurricane maintenance. Contact us today to schedule GMC service or order parts to keep your car running smoothly.
Preventative Service
There are several services you can apply to keep your car protected during a hurricane, including:
• Brake service: Check that your brakes are in good working order to brake safely on wet roads.
• Tire service: Inspect your tires for damage and repair or replace them as needed.
• Wiper service: Replace any old wiper blades so you can effectively push rain off your windshield.
Safe Driving
You should avoid driving in a hurricane as much as possible, but there are several safety tips to consider if you have to drive. Drive slower than usual, leaving plenty of room between you and other drivers. If you see any large puddles or pools of water in your way, drive around them if possible since they can hide bumps, depressions, and debris that can strand or damage your vehicle.
Protective Parking
Even when your car is parked at home, you must protect it during a storm. If your vehicle is exposed to the elements, cover it with a tarp and anchor that tarp to the ground. For drivers with a garage, park far away from the door, board the windows, and lock down everything loose around the car. If you don’t have a garage or live in a flood-prone area (especially near the Passaic and Hackensack rivers), park on higher ground.
Schedule GMC Service for Hurricanes in Little Falls, NJ
Don’t delay in scheduling preventative hurricane maintenance. Contact us today to schedule GMC service or order parts to keep your car running smoothly.
