Preventive Auto Maintenance For Severe Driving

Are you an "aggressive" driver? Everyone answers "no" to this question because "aggressive" has become associated with road rage incidents. Today we replace "aggressive" with the word "severe." Severe driving is often unavoidable.

8 Types of Severe Driving

    Moving quickly through curvy roads in and around Racine

    Traversing gravel or sandy roads

    Driving in extreme heat, on icy roads or roads with a deep snowpack

    Executing multiple lane changes in stop-and-go traffic

    Consistently driving 10 mph or more over the speed limit

    Short time dependent commutes around Racine

    Truncating a safe following distance resulting in frequent braking

    Driving with heavier loads such as a cargo or passenger van or towing a trailer

While most motorists have experienced "severe" driving on occasion, for other drivers it is an unavoidable part of their daily commute. If you are a severe driver, take extra care to avoid excessive wear and tear on your car, SUV or truck. Severe drivers are more likely to experience an inconvenient breakdown.

Increase Your Preventive Maintenance Intervals On These Six Important Items:

    Replace your motor oil and oil filters

    Top off or replace your coolant

    Have your brake pad thickness and brake fluid inspected regularly

    Check your tire tread depth

    Replace your windshield wipers

    Monitor your transmission and steering fluid

Other ways to avoid excess wear and tear on your car from severe driving involve slowing down, avoiding quick starts and stops, and removing heavy items left in your car's trunk or truck bed. Remember gas mileage decreases rapidly when you drive above 60 mph.

Stop by Govednik Automotive Inc in Racine and let our pro mechanics help you develop a preventive maintenance plan that matches your driving style. Call today at (262) 637-4449 or come by the service center at 3724 Durand Ave, Racine, WI, 53405.