Summer driving checklist

Your summer vehicle checklist:

1. Fluid levels

   Checking your car’s fluid levels should be done every few months and is important to do before heading off on a longer trip. Remember to check the coolant, engine oil and windscreen wiper fluid.

2. Tyres

   With summer almost here you shouldn’t be driving with winter tyres any longer. If your car still has winter tyres, book your tyre change asap! Regularly checking your tyres is important all year round and especially in summer. The heat can cause over inflation and put you at risk of a blowout. Check both your pressure and tread before heading off on any long trips.

3. Summer car kit

   You should always have a standard kit in your car with a warning triangle, reflective jacket, first aid kit, phone charger, blanket and your car’s registration documents. For summer make sure you always have plenty of water, sunglasses, sunscreen, sunshades and some non-perishable food in car.

4. Windscreen wipers

   While rain can be a rare sight in summer it’s still important to check your wipers and make sure they’re in the best shape for any summer rainstorms. Summer is also a notorious time for bugs and other insects. Keep your windscreen and lights clean and free of bugs so you always have good visibility.

5. Air conditioner

   With the hot days starting don’t be tempted to turn you’re A/C all the way up. Having such an extreme difference between the outside temperature and the temperature in your car can be detrimental to your health and you might end up with a nasty summer cold. Try keeping the temperature between 20-23 degrees.