{"id":15484,"date":"2026-05-07T15:00:34","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T15:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edrivingcomstg.wpenginepowered.com\/three60\/?p=15484"},"modified":"2026-04-30T19:20:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T19:20:34","slug":"top-tips-for-safe-vehicles-this-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edriving.com\/three60\/top-tips-for-safe-vehicles-this-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"Top tips for safe vehicles this spring"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The AAA has offered some simple steps to keep drivers safe before hitting the road this spring.<\/p>\n<p>In collaboration\u00a0with leading industry organizations including\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.napaonline.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NAPA<\/a>, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ase.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence<\/a>\u00a0(ASE), and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.autocare.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Auto Care Association<\/a>, the AAA is\u00a0celebrating April\u2019s National Car Care Month and\u00a0emphasizing the importance of preventive vehicle maintenance as drivers gear up for spring travel.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCar Care Month is a reminder that simple, proactive maintenance can drastically reduce the chance of a breakdown,\u201d said Bryan Sander, AAA\u00a0Vice President of AAA Automotive.<\/p>\n<p>In 2025, AAA responded to more than 30 million roadside events most commonly tows, battery issues, and flat tires. It said many could have been avoided with routine inspections and seasonal maintenance.<\/p>\n<p>Before hitting the road\u00a0the AAA is advising drivers to pay attention to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Battery and charging system:\u00a0Have the battery and charging system tested -especially if the battery is over\u00a0three\u00a0years old.<\/li>\n<li>Wipers &amp; washer fluid: Replace streaking wiper blades and fill the washer reservoir with a bug and debris\u00a0removing\u00a0solution.<\/li>\n<li>Coolant: Check coolant when the engine is cold. Add a 50\/50 coolant mix if low. Inspect belts,\u00a0hoses, and clamps for wear.<\/li>\n<li>Tires:\u00a0Inspect tread depth, examine wear patterns, and check tire pressure when the tires are cold. Tires with less than 4\/32\u201d tread provide less traction on wet roads.\u00a0Remember to check the spare tire as well.<\/li>\n<li>Brakes: Have brakes inspected per\u00a0manufacturer\u00a0guidance or if\u00a0you notice\u00a0warning lights, low fluid\u00a0indicator, pulsation, pulling, grinding, or\u00a0other\u00a0noise\u00a0when\u00a0braking.<\/li>\n<li>Lights: Check all bulbs and clean cloudy lenses. Weathered headlights can be restored professionally or with DIY kits.<\/li>\n<li>Oil: Change oil and filter at the manufacturer\u2019s recommended intervals using the correct oil.<\/li>\n<li>Engine &amp; Performance:\u00a0Replace the air filter as recommended. Address \u201ccheck engine\u201d lights and fix issues like hard starts, rough idling, stalling, or low power.<\/li>\n<li>Transmission Fluid:\u00a0Confirm fluid is full; top off if needed. Some newer vehicles have sealed systems requiring service only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The AAA has offered some simple steps to keep drivers safe before hitting the road this spring. In collaboration\u00a0with leading industry organizations including\u00a0NAPA, the\u00a0National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence\u00a0(ASE), and the\u00a0Auto Care Association, the AAA is\u00a0celebrating April\u2019s National Car Care Month and\u00a0emphasizing the importance of preventive vehicle maintenance as drivers gear up for spring travel. 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