Fellow Americans, as a nation we have recently experienced a great crisis in our lives. With the COVID-19 outbreak, many of us were asked to help by staying home and locking down our nation to help flatten the curve. Those whom began to work from home and began practicing social distance parked their vehicles, whom like us remained locked down. A car is much like a human, having it parked without any exercise can lead to a few mechanical issues. Read along as we discuss common situations and how to prevent them!  

Are You and Your Vehicle Experiencing Similar Side Effects of Lock Down?

Being quarantined for a long period, without participating on regular activities, can make one feel slower or sluggish. A car, just like you, can experience the same symptoms when being locked down without travel. Oil condenses when cooled, after being parked for a couple months your car will need a good warm up before hitting top speeds on the road. Don’t remember the last time you changed your oil or just want to be cautious? Take it to your trusted mechanic for a checkup!  

Is There More Flab to Your Tires?

The “quarantine 15” is no joke. Many have experienced some weight gain because of the lock down. Cars may not experience a quarantine 15 per say, but they do experience flabby tires from a decrease in tire pressure. If your car is feeling slow and you’re not getting the same mpg form your vehicle it may be a result of bad tire pressure. While many new vehicles have sensors to indicate a need in tire maintenance, most older vehicles don’t. Have your tires inspected, vehicle aligned, and your brakes maintained to assure a save stop.

Conclusion

While these are just a couple of quick tips for you and your car to safely, get back on the road,

we would like to remind you of the importance of checking your vehicle before taking off the hand brake. Hitting the trails and traveling more after lock down?  We are here for you! Bring your vehicle travel concerns to us. Our highly experienced team is here to assist you with everything from break systems to alignments and tires to ensure that you have a safe trip! To learn more about our services and us please visit our website.