Saltwater air contains tiny salt particles that settle on your vehicle’s metal surfaces They attract moisture, accelerating vehicle undercarriage corrosion and rust formation, particularly on the underside where there are many critical components.
During smoke season, your cabin air filter can become overloaded with ash, soot, and microscopic particles much faster than normal, clogging your vehicle’s filtration system.
A car emergency kit should include tools for visibility, basic vehicle repairs, personal safety, food and water, phone charging, and weather protection.
Proper maintenance, fluid checks, cooling system inspections, and paying attention to your vehicle’s towing capacity can dramatically reduce the risk of overheating and mechanical damage.
To beat the heat in your vehicle, blocking sunlight before it enters the car, improving airflow inside the cabin, and using small personal cooling tools make a big difference when you’re actually driving.
Research consistently shows that common summer car issues are heat-related failures clustering around a few repeat offenders: cooling systems, tires, batteries, and air conditioning systems.
Your car’s cooling system is one of the most important systems in your vehicle. Maintain your cooling system by regular checking coolant levels.
In summer, high temps put added stress on the engine. A summer oil change circulates clean oil through the engine, reducing heat & preventing premature wear.
Make the switch from winter tires to summer tires when temperatures consistently stay above 45°F to 50°F.M aking the change at the right time helps improve handling, braking, fuel efficiency, and tire life.
Drive safer during summer showers in the PNW. Make sure you and your car are ready.