Get ready for winter with Lease2Buy….

1st December 2015

Now is the time to get ready for winter. With Lease2Buy that could mean a new SUV or 4×4, but even if you aren’t looking to change your wheels just now, here’s a few tips to help you stay safe out there.

1. Check the Battery
Your vehicle’s battery loses 33% of its power when the temperature dips below freezing. So it’s wise to give the battery and its charger a once-over to ensure they’re performing optimally.

2. Store a Shovel in the Boot
It may seem crazy, but it could save your life, or just help you get out the car park or drive.

3. Check Your Tyre Tread Depth
Car tyres in any season need a tread depth of at least 3mm to get adequate traction. If yours fall short, you’re going to need to go tyre shopping. Wintry road conditions need even more depth than normal to help the tyre grooves compress and release snow as they roll. Without sufficient tread depth, spinouts are more likely.

4. Pack a Blanket or extra clothes
Should you get stranded on the side of a road during snow, it will be a much more bearable experience if you’ve got a warm blanket tucked away in the boot. While you’re at it, it’s not a bad idea to add a pair of gloves, a wooly hat, a torch, bottled water, and a non-perishable snack to your winter weather emergency survival kit.

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