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I admit I am not good at taking care of my car in the Winter time but I know its important. In Chicago we have such crazy weather that it can be hot one day and freezing the next. As a mom constantly on the go with my three kids I need my car to not only be in good condition but I need it to last. Keeping my maintained though in the winter ensures that it will be safe for my family, which is not something I should slack on.
Luckily WaterSavers has some great tips for ensuring your vehicle stays in good condition throughout the winter months.
- A clean car is your first line of defense against winter. While the winter season typically takes a toll on your car, proper maintenance can go a long way to preserving your investment. For example, according to the International Carwash Association®, getting a new wash and a fresh coat of wax before the temperature starts to fluctuate can be your first line of defense against winter elements like ice, salt, sand and slush.
Vehicular corrosion also occurs most quickly when temperatures rise and then fall below freezing. That’s why most auto manufacturers recommend getting your car washed and waxed at a professional car wash twice a month, especially during the winter.
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- Rotate your tires. Most people know they should get their oil changed every 3,000 miles, but many forget their tires need maintenance as well. Tires should be rotated before winter and then again every 6,000 miles.
- Add some winter weight to your oil. Changing your oil and filter is especially important during the winter. Drivers who live in a colder climate should consider changing to heavier, winter-weight oil during the winter months.
- Take care of your wiper blades. Your windshield wiper blades are your first line of defense when the snow starts to fly. Make sure your wiper blades are in good, working order and replace them if you have doubts. It’s better to make this change now instead of finding out your blades aren’t working when you really need them.
- Take your car in for a tune-up. Any noises, pings or sluggish starts you currently notice will only intensify as the temperature drops. It’s best to get your vehicle in for a tune-up as soon as possible to get any issues addressed.
- Give your steering some power. Check your powering steering fluid each month, and make sure the car is warmed up before you do so. If you find the level is low, look for leaks in the hoses or pump. Low power steering fluid will make your car more difficult to steer, which is something you’ll want to avoid as the roads get slick.
- Protect yourself from carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide leaks are dangerous at any time, but they are especially deadly during the winter when you will be driving your vehicle with the windows closed. Have your exhaust system checked to make sure no leak exists.
- Apply the brakes. Besides the seatbelt, your car’s brakes are its most important safety feature. This is especially true in the winter when slippery conditions can make stopping difficult. Before the first snow fall, bring your car to an experienced mechanic to verify that your brakes are ready for the season.
Cold winter temperatures mean vehicle maintenance is even more important. By following these simple tips listed above, you’ll be able to ward off winter’s harshest advances, protect your investment and those who ride inside of it.
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Rajee Pandi says
always have water and first aid inside the car
Sand says
I make sure that my car has been checked.
Gwen B says
I always make sure that I have at least half the gas tank filled, in case it gets close to freezing outside.
Leah Shumack says
Always have water and blankets inside of the car!
Bryan E. says
Thank You for the giveaway…if I drive on roads that have been treated with deicing chemicals (i.e. salt, etc.) during the winter I make sure to go to a car wash that rinses the undercarriage every week to prevent corrosion.
shea balentine says
I clean it whenever I can so it stays free of salt
Tracy Robertson says
I have new wiper blades put on for the winter.
Laurie Emerson says
We always put on new windshield washer blades and make sure it has plenty of anti-freeze in it.
Trisha McKee says
I ensure my tires are properly filled and that my tank is half full at all times.
trixx says
I clean and wax my car to protect it from road salt
Angela saver says
We always make sure the tire pressure is to the recommended pressure, as well as put on new windshield wiper blades & check our antifreeze levels.
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Vikki Billings says
We have our heating and cooling system flushed out before winter each year and then before summer as well.
Karen Deva says
I change my wiper blades each fall so that I’m ready for the winter.
Anitra Elmore says
I always check the wiper blades and make sure they’re in good condition.
Buddy Garrett says
I make sure my car’s tires are properly inflated.
Carissa Joslyn says
Living in Maine there is so much salt and crap on the roads, going to the car wash is a must!
Tammie Venne says
I check my tires regularly and winterize it
kari says
I make sure my tires have 42# of air in them!
Cody Anderson says
I change my tires to my winter times to protect my car from the snow.
Peter G says
Keep at least a half a tank of gas, keep kitty litter in the car to use for traction, ice scrapers and have chains in the car. Check the weather before I go out.
Isis Sample says
i switch my tires out and put on the winter tires!
Lisa L says
I check my tires to make sure the treads are still good
Rita Spratlen says
I check my antifreeze or have my husband do it I should say. Have ice scrapers handy too.
Michelle S says
We don’t get severe weather, so there’s no need to do anything different with the car.
heather s says
I check the battery
Donna L says
We live in Florida, we change our windshield wipers and do regular maintenance..
Penny Snyder says
We always check our anti-freeze & belts before winter!!~
Marilyn Nawara says
I go to the car wash at least 1 time a week — sometimes more.
gina says
I always make sure to clean off the salt and make sure to warm it up longer on cold days and keep its maintenance up to date.
CharityS says
I always check my battery.
ioana c. says
Wash the salt off often
Linda Madden says
I make sure my antifreeze is filled
Linda Bradshaw says
I keep it maintained, keep blankets and water inside for emergencies, check the antifreeze and park in my garage.
Danielle Marie says
i make sure to get my oil changed and have the car checked right before it gets cold.
Barb Stenby says
keep it filled with anti freeze (environmentally friendly) and keep it filled with emergency supplies blankets, flares etc.
Kathryn Mackey says
Sounds like a ggod idea to waterproof your car especially with this upcoming blizzard.
Corey Olomon says
I check the anti-freeze.
Michaela K says
I have a jug of kitty litter, 3/4 full bottles of water, blankets, a couple of ice scrapers, hand warmers, extra gloves and tow straps in my truck for winter. I always make sure the oil’s changed and fluids are full. My momma didn’t raise a fool.
Melanie Montgomery says
I got weatherproof tires put on my car.
Lisa Vanhook says
Keep my car serviced and keep cat litter and extra blankets inside.
Julie Hawkins says
I make sure my car has been serviced and the tires are in good condition for winter
Barbara Long says
We get the tires rotated, make sure we have plenty of washer fluid and put the ice scraper in the car for winter.
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laurie murley says
my son has a check list he goes thru and does to my car each year before winter,
Tyneisha says
We buy new windshield wipers!
Dorothy Hubbard says
I keep blankets and water and a safety kit in my trunk.
Virginia Rowell says
We don’t have much of a winter but I do consistantly check the air in my tires.
Erica B. says
I make sure to have emergency supplies in the trunk.
Sarah Hall says
We make sure that the tires have the correct pressure for the cold months to get as much traction on slippery roads. I also make sure we have window washer fluid to keep the windshield clear.
Jenny Q. says
I just make sure that we have everything done as far as maintenance, but that is really a year around thing.
Valerie Taylor Mabrey says
We do nothing to protect our car but after reading some of these comments maybe I should wash mine more often.
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Annamarie V says
I don’t do anything to protect my car, I do change the windshield wipers for safety.
DeeAnn says
After a snow fall, I take the car to a car wash to get the salt off of it. I make sure to wash the undercarriage too! Thanks.
Amy Moore says
I rinse it off as soon as it’s warm enough to do so. The chemicals they put down are killer!
Kathy Pease says
I guess my hubby makes sure the oil is changed and all the other fluids
Sara Weekley says
Check all my fluids and my tire pressure.
Kimberly Hilbert says
Something I do in the winter to protect my car is to make sure I have the right amount of air pressure. It makes driving safer.
Daiva says
check the tires and fluids
Janice says
I always check my tire pressure and my antifreeze.
Heather Duquaine says
We put snow tires on the cars in winter. We also always make sure we have at least a half a tank of gas, don’t want to be stranded in the cold.
Katherine jaroszewicz says
I make sure to start it daily even if I don’t use it.
Breanne says
I make sure the fluids are full.
Gail Fernandez says
I make sure the tires are properly inflated.
Connie Tucker says
Have the fluids checked.
Stephanie Larison says
Take it to the mechanic to make sure it’s winter ready.
Casey Everidge says
i always make sure my tires are good.
liz l says
Buy two new front tires
Lesley F says
I make sure I have window washer in so I can see when the salt and snow hit my window
Stephanie O'Day says
I always try to make sure my tires are changed and my brakes are okay before the weather gets bad!
Lisa V. says
We make sure we keep all the fluids up including gas.
Jean D. says
I take it to the car wash whenever the outdoors temperature allows, to minimize the salt damage here in the midwest.
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Kelley Roach says
I check the tires and make sure everything is good
Lisa says
I wash my car more often to get the salt cleaned off.
tina d reynolds says
I go and get my fluids checked
Rebecca Lock says
I park it in the garage.
Whitney Lindeman says
Soooo I should probably be way better about taking care of my car, because the only thing I do differently in the winter is put my car underneath an awning!
Melissa Mazzur says
I always make sure to change my fluids
angela cisco says
I fill the washer fluid with de-icer.
Carly D. says
I always make sure to get car washes to get the salt off.
Kathleen says
Fresh windshield wipers every winter along with fresh oil
Ed says
Snowbrushes and snowscrapers are at the ready!
Erin Madigan says
I make sure to have new windshield wipers on my car.
Leslie Rathbun says
I keep the windshied wipers in good shape
Bridgett Wilbur says
I park it in the garage and I also take it to the car wash to wash the salt off.
Theresa D says
I wash my car often in the winter to remove all the snow removal products that are used on our roads.
Tanya White says
I always check all of my fluids in my car for the winter to protect it.
DanV says
We try to wash the salt off regularly
Jill Myrick says
We make sure that our vehicles fluid levels are correct especially anti freeze, tire pressure is adequate and that we have an emergency kit such as a blanket, flashlight, water etc. in the trunk in case of break downs or inclement weather.
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Mindy DeLisi says
WAX!
Stevie says
I always put my snow tires on and make sure they are in good shape!
Laura Fugate says
I wash my car more often because of the road salt.
Jacqueline Weiskopff says
My car tires have been losing air on the very cold winter days. I’ve been trying to pay attention to the tire inflation to protect my tires.
Angela W says
I make sure the tires are properly inflated and keep it in the garage
Meghan says
fortunately it doesnt get very cold here so its the same no matter the season 🙂
Melissa says
I check the tires and make sure everything is good! 🙂
Brent says
I check my tires and wipers. Then the oil.
Kim H says
I always make sure I have an emergency kit, check my battery and tires!!
krystal wethington says
Put new antifreeze in and start it everyday.
Melissa Thomson says
I check my tires and wipers
Robby Rob says
i try to get it into a car wash to get all the salt off.
Stephanie says
I’m lucky that I don’t have to do much to protect my car in the winter since snow and ice are such a rarity. I always make sure the anti-freeze is full.
Mandala says
I have my tires check ad oil change. thanks.
Samantha DeMaria says
I make sure my tires are well inflated
Kathleen says
I make sure I get new wiper blades put on, keep enough gas in the tank and keep blankets in the car.
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Ashley says
I make sure my tires are properly inflated.
Rosanne says
When I fill up with gas I get my car washed in the winter to get the road salt off it.
Lauren says
I be sure to use a snow broom to remove snow, so no paint is scratched!
DIANE HAMEL says
I make sure I keep enough gas in the tank, enough window wash and keep emergency supplies in the car.
Michelle S. says
Make sure I keep the gas tank full and have a blanket and other extras in the car in case I get stuck.
Kate S says
I usually bring it to the dealership for weatherproofing.
Jenny Moses says
Living in MN, I try to wash the car frequently to get all the salt off.
Samantha says
I make sure I have at least a quarter tank of gas at all times in fear that it will freeze up!
Katie Klein says
I try to keep it clean since there is always so much salt!
elizabeth miller says
I keep my tires properly inflated.
rickel bart says
keep the tire pressure checked
cylina williams says
We keep it filled up so we dont get stuck in the cold!
Jennifer Reed says
I really have never done anything different in the winter but I know I should.
Linda Lansford says
I do the same as summer. I live in florida. oil change
Lyndsey R. says
Make sure I change my oil regularly during the winter months!
Jerry Marquardt says
I put armor all o the weather stripping before it gets cold so that the water penetrates less.
hannah Harris says
Make sure you use anti freeze
Cynthia Knisely says
I have my car washed on a regular basis. Plus I keep it in my garage
ashley says
I let my car warm up before driving it.
Rachael G. says
I live in FL, so not much “winter” weather. but when it is cold, I warm up my car before driving.
misty lindsay says
I get the oil changed on a regular basis.
Robin Abrams says
Make sure gas tank is full and radiator has anti freeze.
julie moore says
Check the tires
Cathy French says
Something I do in the winter is always make sure my gas tank is at least 3/4 full at all times.
Annette says
check fluids
Renee Grosskreuz says
I put in antifreeze and just replaced my wiperblades.
Tara O. says
I check the air in my tires often in the winter!
Kiara says
We have our tires rotated.
April Parker says
I make sure the antifreeze is full and the oil is changed/full.
Mira says
I make sure to leave windshield wipers up in bad weather (when car is parked).
Linda Crispell says
We try to keep our floor mats cleaned off & dry!
Tammy Woodall says
I have my car “winterized” meaning I have the Oil Changed, Anti-Freeze added, all fluids checked and topped off, tired checks, and, if needed, windshield wipers replaced.
Allison S. says
I need to start taking better care of my car in the winter.
Tandi Cortez-Rios says
We take our car in for a tune-up.
s riches says
When my car is exposed to salt on the roads it goes to the carwash.
Theresa Jenkins says
Anti-Frost Windshield Washer Fluid and check both my tires and anti freeze levels regularly
Cori Westphal says
I’m not sure about my car, but I change the washer fluid to below zero formula to protect myself!
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Chris Martinez says
We get new windshield wipers.
Julie Murphy says
I make sure my tires are good and have anti freeze
Audra O'Hara says
We always check our tires since we get a lot of snow and ice.
Vera K says
I am so lucky to have a garage to park in.
Evelyn Goettner says
My husband changes the antifreeze he uses and the oil.
bluecat731 says
Change the oil and check antifreeze.
Victokirsh says
I restock my winter survival kit of jumper cables, flares, spare oil and fluids, etc.
Evangelina E. says
Replace sun beaten wipers.
xty cruz says
We rotate our cars and change our wipers
Susan Smith says
I make sure there is antifreeze in the car
Jessica Cox says
I always have my tires rotated
Tara Liebing says
I always make sure I am not low on fluids like oil, anti-freeze and transmission fluid.
Robin says
I rotate my tires.
Melina R says
I make sure that my tires and properly inflated and make sure that my window wipers work all the time.
Rebekah @ Making Miracles says
In the winter we make sure to keep the car clean, warm it up good before driving, and keep fluid levels topped off to the appropriate levels.
laurie nykaza says
keep your tires inflated and get new wiper blades.
Roy F. says
I change the window wiper blades.
Kristin Ramirez says
I make share goes for its routine checkup and oil changes. I also give it time to heat up properly in the mornings.
kyl neusch says
rotate your tires
jennifer corrado says
I place a garbage bag under each mat in my car to cover the carpet and keep it clean.
Terri P says
We do a complete tune-up and anti-freeze check each November. Luckily, our winters aren’t too bad.
Daniel M says
I have it a wicked wax job late fall
Glenna F says
I switch to the antifreeze kind of windshield wiper fluid and make sure I have good wiper blades.
debbie says
Honestly, we don’t do anything special. We need to! Thanks for the reminder.
Jessamine D. says
Make sure my tires’ pressure is correct.
ashley kirchner says
rotate your tires
Annie Adams says
I check the air pressure in my tires more often.
Ann B. says
I change the oil frequently.
Karla P. says
I live in Arizona so winter is not so bad. The way we protect the car is by keeping it in the garage.
Terri Quick says
I start the car ahead of time
Natalie Brown says
I live in Florida so there’s not too much of a Winter. Although, we don’t live too far from the water and the salt air is hard on cars. Because of this we wash the car quite often, especially underneath. I do like the suggestion to check the wipers. Seems they get forgotten.
rebecca day says
We always get our tires checked!
Dawn Monroe says
I try to start the car even if we aren’t leaving and I try to start the winter with a new battery and wiper blades.
Ash L. says
The car is in the garage. New wiper blades make a huge difference.
Jo-Ann Brightman says
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AwayGirl100 says
Before winter I always take my car to the garage for a yearly “check up’
Heather D says
Well, other than keep it in the garage, I also adjust the air in the tires to account for the lower temps as well as keeping the gas tank pretty full — always over 1/2.
Janine H says
I keep my car in the garage
Karen F says
Keep it in the garage.
Kimberly Schotz says
A good way to protect your car is to park it in the garage.
Denise B. says
I make sure the tires are properly inflated and the gas tank is full.
Brandy Davis says
I make sure fluids and tires are checked and ready to go.
Gabrielle Compolongo says
I keep my car in the garage to protect it!
Marci Wright says
Park it in the garage!
COOP W says
In the winter, I protect my car by making sure that the antifreeze is topped up.
Sarah L says
I keep my car in the garage.
Bridget Merker says
I wash the salt off of it after it snows.
Mi Webber says
I get the fluids topped off.
Vernetta says
I make sure there is enough windshield wiper fluids in the car and make sure the tires are ok.
Kimberly O says
Our inspection is in the winter so we make sure we don’t miss it & get the oil changed, tires rotated, fluids checked, etc. at that time. Thanks.
Jake B says
Always park in my garage and make sure all my fluids are filled.
Sara says
We park it in the garage outside of the ice and snow whenever possible
Renee B. says
Check the tire pressure and wiper fluid
Becky Moore says
Replace wipers, check tires, and change oil
Daisy says
replace my wipers
Julie Matek says
We keep up on all fluids in the winter. We also check tire pressure.
lissa crane says
I make sure my husband changes all the fluids, has an oil change and fill the windshield wiper fluid! i also like to make sure my tires are good!
Jerry says
I get snow tires put on the car
debra p says
Put on snow tires; keep a scraper at all times and warm it up in the mornings.
Lisa M says
I make sure the tire are inflated properly.
Wes Hovorka says
I check the tires and change oil
Dericka Buckels says
I get my tires checked and replace my wipers.
Sadie B. says
I get winter wipes to clear off the snow and ice better.
Cindy B says
I make sure to clean the road muck off my headlights and taillights every time I get gas
Katie Bellamy says
I keep my gas tank filled up!
rebecca day says
I replace my wipers
Melissa Douglass says
We always get our tires checked!
Alan Saxon says
Check the antifreeze.
Tara says
I check the antifreeze.
brenda boone says
always be careful
nancy munson says
I protect my car by putting heat in the gas tank when it gets below zero
Michele Baron says
I pay for a garage spot so there is no digging the car out of the snow anymore
amy klinebough says
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shelleyb says
I try not to allow the gas tank to go below 1/4 tank.
Wanda McHenry says
We don’t have harsh winters where I live so, we do nothing different.
janetfaye says
I have my car’s tires checked and a tune up.
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kelly woods says
Keep it away from trees in the yard in case any branches fall.
Billie says
We make sure to have at least a quarter tank of gas, and try to keep fluids topped and a good scraper in the car.
Meghan Malicoat says
I put on new wiper blades and get my tires rotated.
Tina Bredbury says
I could make sure the tires are good, there’s washer fluid and the oil has been changed regularly!
Shannon says
Make sure the oil is changed and the tires are in good shape. Antifreeze in car.
Jan Lee says
I always have the oil changed before real cold weather hits. I also use HEET in the gas tank during winter.
bill norris says
New wipers and make sure to change the oil to the right weight for the weather
Beth R says
I put on new wipers
Judy Schechter says
I get it winterized which includes checking fluid levels, wiper blades, tires, etc.
Cindy says
New wiper blades.
Rebecca Orr says
We make sure to get new tires or a rotation every season. We also make sure we do an oil change too.
Rachel Salazar says
Let it warm up in the morning.
Michelle S says
I make sure that my tires are in good shape.
Cheryl says
Be sure the anti-freeze is at the right level and keep it clean.
Becca Z says
We live in Florida so there is not a lot to do, we do make a point to polish the interior parts of the car so running the heater doesn’t cause the vinyl and plastic and leather to dry out
Ashley says
I don’t really do anything extra during the winter. I normally just keep my oil changed, keep the car clean and have regular maintenance done..that goes for summer and winter!
sandra davis says
I check the antifreeze, change wiper blades and add blankets and water to my car.
amy d says
i make sure i have plenty of gas in the car at all times and my fluids are full
Rosa P says
Put my car in the garage
Shirena Outlaw says
To be honest, nothing. I know that I should. But I don’t. I need to look into what needs to be done so I can start taking better care of my car.
Susan Christy says
I park in a parking garage during the day and my own garage at home.
kath g says
first i clean the inside and outside of the car so i don’t have to drive a dirty car all winter, then i put on new windshield wipers and make sure my tires are filled up and top off all the fluids (esp. the wiper fluid).
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FRANK says
I check fluids and tire pressure.
ashlee says
Before I drive, I let the engines run for a bit to heat up!
Linda G. says
my hubby keeps the correct tire pressure and fluid levels
Cristy Ridey says
I Rain X the windows.
K Davis says
Have the car serviced and add antifreeze. I also add special windshield wiper fluid made to deice the window.
Chris Noe says
I make sure to have a good battery. (I recently learned the hard way what happens when you have an old battery and cold temperatures.)
amanda whitley says
i make sure i fill all my fluids before winter and put on winter tires.
Mary Anderson says
I keep a can of deicer in my car.
Melissa Smith says
We replace the wiper blades and use Rain-X
Crystal F says
My hubby always checks all of the fluids when it gets cold. It doesn’t get too bad here so you don’t have to do a lot thouh. Thank you!
Shannon says
I replace my wipers and my husband makes sure my heat is working good.
Barbara Montag says
I always switch to snow tires – live in MN and so need them!
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Patricia says
I put premium gas in it.
Gayle S says
I change my wiper blades in the fall in preparation for our winter slush.
ellen beck says
We replace the wipers right before winter since they freeze to the windshield a lot and also make sure we have some deicer.
Selinda McCumbers says
Watch the windshield wipers and wiper fluid to make sure I can see in all the slush!
Natalie says
I change my tires to snow tires.
Michelle Domangue says
Keep my tires inflated properly
angie says
make sure there is antifreeze in car
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Elaine Lund says
If my car has road salt on it, I rinse it off.
Monique Rizzo says
I have the coolant checked and replaced if needed.
Rosy says
Make sure you put on new tires.
charlotte baker says
Change the oil and so forth.
shirley says
I change wiper blades.
Debra F says
I make sure to keep my gas tank filled up.
Tina W says
I used to always put new windshield wipers on when I had the studded tires put on. Now I’m back in Southern California so winter driving means maybe some rain.
Deb Jackson says
We take it in to be winterized.
Dana Rodriguez says
I get a tuneup and check the antifreeze.
Amanda Kinder says
I make sure there’s plenty of anti-freeze.
Tammy S says
We always make sure to get the car serviced before winter. It is important to make sure all the fluids are full.
Kate F. says
I check my tires and make sure my windshield wiper fluid is full.
nicole says
check your tires every week
Gina M (Wild Orchid) says
One thing I do is replace my wiper blades if needed.
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Vicki Wurgler says
we check the tires, battery and antifreeze
Jodi Kershuk says
We always buy new tires for the winter. We usually have some really bad snows.
Ann H says
I make sure we have wiper fluid handy.
Amber Faith says
We keep antifreeze on hand.
Chrystal D says
I make sure my wiper blades are in good condition and that I have spares.
mita says
We keep on eyes on fluid and tires.
Kay Bishop says
Make sure the radiator has antifreeze
Sandra davis says
i leave my wiper blades up when its icey
jimmy Rector says
plenty of antifreeze
janet woodling says
I live in the deep South where are winters are mild. However, I have lived other places and we kept our cars serviced, anti freeze and parking in the garage.
steven weber says
I make sure to check the tire pressure in all tires.
Thomas Gibson says
I live in Florida. But if I lived back in Indiana, I would always have my antifreeze levels tested in the Fall.
Kathie Lanham says
i have it winterized
Sharon Kaminski says
I like to keep the car washed and waxed in the winter to keep it protected from the salt.
Laura J says
We always get our tired rotated, and try to keep the car washed as much as we can. With all the salt and sand on the roads, it takes a toll if we do not get it off.
nickie says
We get winter tires
Tricia G says
New windshield wipers (most of the time) and check my oil.
Cynthia R says
I check on the tire pressure and make sure the ice scraper is in the car.
sandra says
keep tires properly inflated
Candice says
I make sure to top off all of my fluids and check my tires before winter.
jennifer says
I keep a scraper in my car!
Carol says
I get my tires inspected
Melissa Shirley says
My dad always winterizes my car for me by checking the battery and making sure it is a good battery. He also changes all the fluids in the car and changes the wipers as well as the tires to make sure they are still good and have the right amount of treads.
Sarah VM says
I always make sure my antifreeze is filled up and my tires are filled properly.
Stacy says
I live in Florida so I don’t really have to worry about cold weather. I keep my car maintained year round.
Sara M says
I make sure all of my fluids are topped off, especially anti freeze, check my tires, get regular oil changes, remove ice & snow right away.
Amy Smeltzer says
I don’t have a car and I don’t drive.
Amanda Sakovitz says
I get the oil changed and replace the wiper blades
Deborah Wellenstein says
I replace the wiper blades, get the fluids checked and changed.
Carol Nine says
I fill the antifreeze, fill the window washer fluid, and get an oil change.
Cynthia C says
I check the tires and wiper blades and make sure the fluids are good to go.
Jennifer Rote says
Check anti freeze levels and top up all fluids.
Amy Pratt says
I take it in at the beginning of the season and make sure everything is set for the winter.
Cindy Merrill says
It was 27 below zero a few nights ago where we are- my hubby threw an insulation cover over the car hood to keep the engine & parts warm.
Crystal W says
This makes me miss living in Florida! I probably don’t do as much as I should since I mostly avoid driving in wintery weather whenever possible, but I do keep a blanket and water in the car just in case!
Sandra Watts says
I let my husband handle the car. Best protection it could get. 🙂
Larry Fullhart II says
Park the front of the vehicle away from the wind.
Kelly Nicholson says
What is something you do in the winter to protect your car?
mostly just anti freeze..thanks
Julie L says
I always keep a flashlight and an extra battery for the car.
Seyma Shabbir says
I get the tires checked and leave a blanket in the car.
Brandy Monday says
my husband does a tune up on it and changed battery and tires
Thomas Murphy says
I put snow tires on my car in the winter.
Trisha Burgess says
I check the tires and all the fluids. I also make sure to get an oil change.
Geoff K says
I put winter tires on and check the pressure regularly.
Andrea Williams says
Keep the fluids checked and regular car washes when possible.
Nannypanpan says
I get my tires inspected
Andrea v says
Good tires, always have over a half a tank of gas. I keep a blanket and a cooler with water so it doesn’t freeze.
trisha kilpatrick says
I stay home during inclement weather days.
harolde says
Check the Anti-Freeze levels
Anne says
To protect ourselves, we get our snow tires on early. To protect the car, we do run it through the car wash from time to time to wash off the salt.
Nancy says
We get regular tune-ups and car washes.
Sue Hull says
I get new wiper blades,antifreeze,and keep water,snacks,blanket,first aid kit just in case of an emergency.Thank you for the awesome giveaway 🙂
Denise S says
I keep it in the garage and make sure the tires are good.
Leela says
I do maintenance on it.
Pamela Gurganus says
Something I do in the winter to protect my car is wash it at least once a week.
David Fultner says
I always make a winter check list.
Ann Fantom says
I put in my WeatherTech floor mats to protect the carpet
Jo-Ann Brightman says
As much as possible I keep the car in the garage to protect it in winter
Michelle R says
I live in L.A. so there is nothing in particular I do differently in the winter vs. summer.
Brittney House says
I put my winter tires on there.
Cheryl Abdelnour says
My husband checks car fluids, brakes, and tires.
Marti Tabora says
I always make sure it has plenty f anti-freeze to keep the block from freezing when the temperature drops.
Anne Perry says
I check the tire pressure.
Jammie says
We make sure fluids stay topped and always make sure air is proper level in tires.
Jennifer Tilson says
I get my tires checked before winter.
Jackie says
Ii change the oil, check the fluids, and check the wiper blades.
Thank you!
Laura Collins says
I like to wash it
chelsea r says
Always make sure proper maintenance is performed regularly, keeping blankets, water, snacks and the first aid kit in the car, and cat litter and a shovel in the trunk with the flares.
Ani says
I make sure the washer fluid is full and my husband checks the tires.
Leigh Anne Borders says
I keep my car stocked with items such as blankets, oil, water, etc… I also keep it in the garage.
Cathy Truman says
My husband puts gas line antifreeze in our car, he checks tires and checks all the fluids.
Rosa says
I make sure I have enough windshield washer fluid.
Joan Kubes says
My husband checks my fluids and changes my wiper blades.
Debra Hall says
my son takes care of that for me
Gail Williams says
I protect my car by washing and waxing it before the first snow.
McKim says
We try to keep it clean to keep the road salt from harming the finish.
Alona Y says
We check all the fluids, tires, wiper blades and treat the front window with rain-x.
Jesse S says
Living in CA, I don’t do much different except routine services
Betty says
always get the car in for an oil change and safety inspection. I let a trusted garage rotate tires, check the brake wear and all those fluids. I don’t know anyone who even checks the air pressure on their tires. That said you need to be able to distinguish which garage you can trust
Jessie C. says
I have my car winterized and fully checked, change fluid, check tires…etc.
kare gonyea says
I have my car washed whenever the temp is warm enough to wash as much salt off as possible 🙂
Kathy Luman says
I have my tires inspected, use deicer, and make sure to always have a full tank of gas.
Kelly D says
I put on snow tires and change the wipers and oil.
James Robert says
I check my fluids, replace wiper blades, put in fluid for the wipers that helps de-ice, check tires.
Candie L says
I make sure my tires are aired up. Thank you
Shannon Baas says
Make sure it has plenty of anti-freeze.
Linda Manns says
I make sure my oil is changed. I also give my car a good coat of wax before winter
Kristin says
OIl change, check tires regularly, and make sure windshield wipers are in good condition, and washer fluid is full!
erin hussman says
I warm it up in the mornings and wash the salt off when possible.
Paula Gardner says
Moved to SC so I don’t have to shovel snow or drive on ice. Bless ya’ll who stay up North.
Lisa Williams says
I always check the fluids,tire pressure and bring a bag of cat litter in the trunk in case we need some traction it we get stuck in muck and ice.
Jessica naca says
I get my oil change and tires rotated before extreme cold hits.
Holly Thomas says
We check our tires regularly.
Laura DeLuca says
I check my tires and carry around an ice scratcher.
cheryl s says
we put our emergency road kits in the trunk of each vehicles
Margie says
We make sure the washer fluid is good for winter temps, and the tires are in good shape for icy roads. Thanks for the giveaway.
Danielle Wood says
I make sure to always wash the salt of it, make sure that the antifreeze and other fluids are good
Tiffany S says
I check the fluids.
Kristen says
I check my fluids and change my wiper blades.
Margaret Smith says
I have the fluid and tires checked often.
Sarah Hayes says
we make sure it is running well and the heater is good
Ellie Wright says
My husband makes sure our tires are winter road ready and the fluids are at correct levels.
shelly peterson says
I get new wiper blades, check tires and fluids and get oil change
Donna Pyszk says
I keep my car in the garage during the winter
abedabun dawn says
I always make sure there is plenty of wax on my car. A good wax job will help protect the paint. I also use Rainx on my windows to help keep ice from forming and I use Armor all on the dash,door panels etc.
Darlene Sullins says
We put some extra weight in the back (sand/salt /cat litter bags) which helps from fishtailing and sliding about in the slick snow.
Sandy Klocinski says
Here in coastal South Carolina we really don’t need to do much in the winter that we don’t do all year. If mycar needs regular service, I get it done
Patricia says
We change into our winter tires and check fluids.
JLin says
park indoor
Sharold says
I keep my fuel tank full.
Adrienne gordon says
I put on snow tires
Alyce Poalillo says
I get new wiper blades and make sure I run the car each day so the battery does not die.
rich m says
New tires, fluids & an emergency kit.
LINDA says
WINTER CAR CHECK UP IS A GOOD THING !
Maria Iemma says
I make sure we have new wipers installed before winter every year and we check the tire pressure.
David Balkin says
I make sure my tires are rotated, balanced, and properly inflated.
melissa Resnick says
new wipers and new tires
Lisa says
I check the wipers and the antifreeze.
Beth Hill says
I keep my windshield fluid full, the salt can totally block your vision in the winter in Michigan. I also make sure to have a snowbrush and ice scraper in my car along with a blanket and emergency kit.
Elena says
I check the tires and change oil
Dawn Keenan says
We check the tires and fluids, keep an extra blanket in the car, and try not to go out in really bad weather.
Heather Hayes Panjon says
In The Winter I Check My Car Battery.
D Schmidt says
We get the car serviced to make sure it is road worthy.
latanya says
get the tires checked
Dede says
We keep our car in the garage. It is so wonderful not to have to scrape the windshield in the morning!
Mami2jcn says
My husband does a tune up.
Cheryl says
We do a full maintenance checkup and tuneup and ensure emergency supplies are in the trunk.
Julie Wood says
I make sure to have all my fluid levels checked and have my windshield wipers checked.
Janet W. says
I check my car’s tire pressure and make sure to replace the windshield wipers, too.
vickie Couturier says
we put on winter tires and then change them to regular when the season is over,and we make sure it has antifreeze in it
Jacob says
I keep the tires properly inflated. They get low in the cold months of winter and driving can wear the tires down and be a safety hazard driving on ice or snow
Audrey B says
Well, after reading this I feel like I certainly am not doing enough, even though I live in a warm place. I do keep my windshield blades up to date!
Thuy Vu says
I would check fluids and tire pressure
Mary M. says
I have the oil changed, fluids checked, and tires checked as recommended.
Lisa Brown says
i change wipers, oil, and check tires and pressure.
Gina H. says
Buy new windshield wiper blades.