Winterize Your Car: Checklist

Like it or not, the shorter daylight hours mean Old Man Winter is on his way. Winterize your car by getting it prepared for the cold and snow of the winter season - or you might up stuck on the side of the road. Use this short winter car care checklist to help you winterize your car. Waiting until after  the winter weather arrives isn't advised.

Winter? Check. Your car? Check. Winter car checklist? Check. Like it or not, whether you're ready or not, the pain is a' coming if, like me, you despise the freezing cold temperatures, snow and ice of the winter season. Prep your car properly and your vehicle will be ready to handle the harsh reality of  winter weather...whether you're ready or not.

You want to be rolling down the road in the winter - and not sitting on the side of it because you didn't prepare your car for the winter season. We're not talking about spending a lot of money or an inordinate amount of time to get your car or truck ready to handle the cold, snow and ice of winter weather. This video shows you how to winterize your car with ease.

Winterizing your car means checking your vehicle's fluids like the antifreeze and oil, plus your windshield wipers, battery and more. Use these brake and tire maintenance suggestions in this winter car checklist to ensure your vehicle is ready for winter.

Bottom line is that the way to avoid vehicle problems during the winter travel season is to plan ahead so your car is equipped to handle the ice, snow and cold...I can't wait. Use this winter car care checklist to winterize your car to lessen your chances of a breakdown this winter.

For the no-nonsense type who just wants a quick list of tips to make your car safe for the winter season, check out Lauren Fix's extensive winter car care checklist to get your vehicle in top-top shape for the cold, snow and ice.