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As evenings begin to get darker earlier and the weather gets colder, roads can be hazardous and we need to be confident that our vehicles are safe and reliable for the season.

Every year, 24% of weather-related vehicle accidents occur during bad weather, including snow, sleet or ice. It is imperative that you understand the key issue areas to keep an eye on, so we've given you some advice on your winter car service.

Even if you feel as though your car is running perfectly fine, it is always a good idea to get a Winter Check before you go into the colder months, as there can be problem areas that you may not be aware of.

What is included in a free winter car check?

Winter Checks concentrate on six main areas of the vehicle, these are:
- Tyre Inspection
- Battery Test
- Coolant & Antifreeze Top-up
- Windscreen Wipers Inspection
- Lights Assessment
- Oil Level Replenishment

Tyre Inspection

It is essential to ensure that your tyres are fully prepared for the possible change in terrain as roads can become icy and wet over the colder months.

During a Winter Check, tyre tread depth and pressure will be inspected to establish if they are safe to drive on. There is the option to perhaps switch to winter tyres for better grip and cornering ability - your technician will advise you on the best course of action.

Battery Test

The last thing anyone wants to do is be caught out with problems on their car battery in winter. A Winter Check will ensure your battery is protected, charged and secured.

Coolant and Antifreeze Top-Ups

Engine-related breakdowns are commonly related to issues with a vehicle's cooling system. A Winter Check will ensure the cooling system in your vehicle is optimal and your antifreeze will be checked and refilled if necessary.

Antifreeze is added to the water in a vehicle's radiator to prevent it from seizing up and causing any unwanted issues. Frozen water expands and can split engine hoses and pipes, causing leaks and reducing cooling efficiency. A winter vehicle check will prevent this for you.

Windscreen Wiper Check

Windscreen wipers are extremely important in the winter as the weather can change unexpectedly and it is imperative to have perfect vision whilst driving. During a Winter Check, the condition of your windshield wipers will be inspected to make sure they are suitable for screen clearing. At the same time, your wiper fluid level will be checked and topped up if necessary.

Lights Assessment

A car light assessment will ensure all lights are working to the correct standard. There are a lot less hours of sunlight in the winter and you may find yourself driving in fog, meaning front and rear lights are used more. Driving with broken lights is both illegal and dangerous, so this is a necessary precaution to take.

Oil Level Replenishment

Too little or too much oil in a vehicle can cause major engine problems. To avoid breakdowns in the cold months, it is important to get this checked and find the best engine oil for winter in your car. In some instances, oil may need to be thinner during winter to allow the vehicle to run more smoothly - this is something your technician will advise you on.

A Winter Check at your local Evans Halshaw dealership is the best way to ensure that your car is prepared for the colder months. Snow and ice can be very dangerous, but a Winter Check will give you tips and advice on the best way to avoid any problems.

Winter Vehicle Health Checks are completely free at any Evans Halshaw dealership near you. If you'd like to enquire about a Winter Check, please contact yournearest dealer.

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When winter weather blows in, you needn't give driving the cold shoulder. But you might be wondering what to keep in your car in case of a winter breakdown.

Read our checklist to see how to build your own winter survival kit for your car. Or you can buy our ready-made winter car kit with all the accessories you need online.

Winter car essentials

Here's a checklist of the items you should always keep in your car over winter:

1. Ice scraper and de-icer

You never know when you'll wake up to an iced over windscreen or come back to a frozen car after a day out.

Make sure you always carry an ice-scraper and de-icer so you can effectively defrost your windscreen. If you don't remove snow and ice properly, you could get 3 points on your licence and a £100 fine.

Discover why your car heater's not working and what you should do about it.

2. Torch and spare batteries

Short days and long nights in winter mean you could be getting in and out of your car in the dark. Keep a torch handy to avoid any trips.

If you break down, you'll need to find a safe place to wait for roadside assistance. A torch will help light your way on a dark verge.

3. A fully charged mobile phone

If you're delayed because of bad weather (or a weather related incident), it's a good idea to let your loved ones know. It'll save them worrying and stop any distracting texts and phone calls coming in while you're behind the wheel.

Just remember not to use a handheld phone while driving. Pull into a safe rest stop to make a call or ask a passenger to do it for you.

If you install the AA app before you set off, you'll be able to easily plan a new route if there are diversions or call out a mechanic if you break down.

4. An in-car phone charger or power pack

This'll help with number 3 on the list, because you don't want a dead phone battery in an emergency.

5. Sat-nav or a printed route for an unfamiliar journey

The last thing you want is to get lost in the dark on unfamiliar roads. Fiddling with a sat nav could distract you from driving, so planning ahead is the best option.

6. A road atlas

Just in case there are diversions and you don't have any GPS signal, a road atlas will help you plan a new route.

7. Sunglasses

It might seem strange to put sunglasses on a winter checklist. But actually, the low sun in winter can dazzle drivers and cause glare. Keep your sunnies in the car to make sure your vision isn't affected.

8. First aid kit

It's always a good idea to keep a first aid kit in your car. The British Standards Institution has guidelines on what to include like sterile wipes, plasters, dressings and scissors to treat minor wounds. A good kit should have all these.

9. Empty fuel can

You'd be surprised how many breakdowns are caused by running out of fuel. If you keep an empty fuel can in the car, you'll be able to nip to a filling station for a top up if you do run out.

You can always call us and we'll top you up with enough fuel to get you going again.

Follow these tips to drive safely in snow and ice
Find out more

Winter car emergency kit list

If there's severe weather warnings but you can't avoid driving, there are a few extra things to keep in your car to make sure you stay safe. After all, winter's the time of year when you're most likely to get stuck in delays or break down in bad weather.

Find out more about what to do if you break down. Here's what to keep in your car if there's snow or severe weather:

1. Warm clothes and waterproofs

If you break down, you'll need to get out of the car to stay safe. That means taking extra clothes to wrap up warm against the cold.

2. Sturdy footwear

Whether it's a country lane or a motorway verge, conditions outside the car could be slippery. Shoes with good grip will help you to get to a place of safety away from the car if you break down.

3. A flask of hot drink

It'll help keep you warm while you wait for a breakdown mechanic.

4. Snacks

If you're delayed in traffic because of snow, rain or a bad-weather collision, you could be in for a long wait. Snacks will keep your energy and concentration levels up - especially when it's cold and dark.

The same goes for if you have a break down.

5. Hi-vis jacket

There are fewer daylight hours in winter. Darkness together with a higher chance of rain, snow, sleet and fog means visibility could be poor. A hi-vis fluorescent jacket will make you more visible if you're standing outside your car.

6. Warning triangles

As well as a hi-vis jacket, reflective warning triangles will make you more visible if you break down. They'll warn other drivers that there's a broken down vehicle up ahead, giving them a chance to slow down before they reach you.

Remember, don't put a warning triangle on the hard shoulder if you're on a motorway - it's not safe. If you're on a road and it's safe, you can put a warning triangle at least 45m (50 yards) behind your vehicle and one in front of your vehicle.

7. Jump leads

A flat battery is more likely in winter as cold weather affects batteries. Plus, your car might sit for longer than usual without being driven if you're busy at home with festive activities.

Often, a flat battery can get going again with a jump start from a fellow driver. That's where jump leads come in handy. Remember, you can always call us out to restart or replace your battery.

8. Shovel

If there's deep snow, you may need to dig your wheels out, so a shovel could come in handy.

But when the weather's really bad, it's important to ask yourself: do I need to leave the house? If conditions outside might be dangerous, you should avoid driving if you can.

Find out more

Stocking up on essentials

You can buy lots of these winter essentials from our online shop. Buy them in advance and keep them in your car, so if the weather does turn for the worse, you'll be ready.

Plus we've got plenty of winter driving advice to help you stay safe when there's snow and ice.

Published: 15 September 2016 | Updated: 9 December 2019 | Author: The AA

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Winter packs

Not all winter packs are the same and some are designed for weather only seen in the Scottish highlands or Alaska. Most city drivers will not need snow chains or a shovel, drivers in more rural areas may benefit from these items. Items that should be included in every breakdown kit for winter preparation should include, a car charger for your phone, plenty warm clothing or blankets, emergency food or drink rations and some form of high visibility clothing or a hazard triangle the suggested distance for placing a hazard triangle is 45 metres from the breakdown or accident.

Inspections

Some mechanics and garage chains offer a winter check for free that will check your tyres, brakes, bulbs, battery and fluids for you. Alternatively, you can check yourself that your carâ€™s battery is holding and charge. Also, ensure that any of the fluids in your vehicle are at the appropriate levels. Plan your journey before you leave, it is easy to assume that the weather where you are is the same as your destination, however, journeys as little as 10 miles from a town or city can see significant changes in temperature and road condition depending on how well gritted or travelled the road is.

Windscreen Wipers

Windscreen wipers are vital in bad weather, worn wipers can be dangerous smearing water across the window rather than removing it. Wiper blades can also be damaged by trying to wipe ice before it has had a chance to defrost.

To help protect your windscreen wipers and prevent damage to the windscreen you can use de-icer to melt the ice, gently warming the windscreen with the car heater ensuring to use the air conditioning to prevent condensation in the cabin. Water can also be used to melt ice and snow, but it is worth remembering that rapid changes in temperature can cause stone chips to crack and the water will quickly cool and if left could freeze causing the same problem you started with.

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In the event of heavy snow drifts, it is important to clear the roof of your car as well as the windscreen, while many get away with this minor motoring violation others are prosecuted. Earlier in 2018 during snowdrift drivers were blinded under harsh braking when the snow from their roof slid covering the windshield blinding the driver temporarily. Other drivers were required to take evasive action when the snow from a vehicle's roof lifted and flew through the air as a solid mass and hit following drivers.

Breakdowns and traffic are common all year round but winter adds the risk of dark nights and bad weather, you should regularly check your spare tyre or puncture repair kit and know how to use them. Having a set of jump leads or a booster pack to start your car will help to prevent you waiting hours for a breakdown recovery vehicle. Apart from punctures and flat batteries, another common breakdown issue is running out of fuel, what can make this worse is not having an empty fuel can, to go and get fuel.

Related: Best cars for winter

Popular Winter Car Myths

Window blankets

Popular myths for preparing your car or lease vehicle for winter include a dry or wet blanket across your rear window or windscreen trapped in the jams to prevent it from blowing away. This technique can prevent snow building up but will not prevent windscreen frost because it will absorb moister from the air (if dry) or rain and freeze, a wet blanket, is more likely to cause cooling by evaporation.

Hot water will smash your window

A myth that was once true when cars used single pane glass rapid changes in temperature can cause the glass to expand and cool fast enough to smash, although this myth is not so true today, with the use of laminated glass in car windscreens it is more likely to crack than smash. Warm water is perfectly safe to use if the glass has no imperfections or weak spots, while most will use the water left in the kettle from their morning coffee, lukewarm water is usually enough to melt ice and run off the car before freezing.

Extra weight for traction

Although this was a popular winter ritual before traction control was standard in even the cheapest cars available new today, adding weight particularly to rear wheel drive vehicles gave marginally more stability in ice and snow or on slippery surfaces.

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Breakdowns or accidents caused by unsafe tyres will be at minimum an inconvenience, and at worst could be deadly. Make sure you're one step ahead of cold and snowy winter weather by doing a few simple checks on your vehicle today.

The RAC recommends using the acronym 'FORCES' to remember the simple winter checks:

It may sound obvious but ensure you have enough fuel for your journey - it is a good idea to fill-up before setting off. Cars use more fuel in heavy traffic and start/stop conditions which can be regular occurrences, especially in wintry weather. And if the weather changes and it takes longer than you expect you could encounter problems.

Check your oil level using the dip stick and top-up if necessary - check your handbook if you are unfamiliar with how to do this and to ensure you use the correct oil. Locate the oil cap with the oil can symbol on it and pour in the right amount. Make sure you replace the cap fully and be careful not to overfill as this can cause more problems.

Locate the oil cap with the oil can symbol on it and pour in the right amount. Make sure you replace the cap fully and be careful not to overfill as this can cause more problems.
Check your tyre tread depth and air pressure
Remember that well-maintained tyres are vital to give you traction and grip on icy, wet surfaces. Your car's recommended tyre pressure can be found either in your car's manual or inside the driver's door.

The legal tyre tread depth for cars in the UK and Europe is 1.6mm. Check your tyre tread depth using either a tyre gauge, the marker bars on your tyre or a 20 pence coin. If you can't see the outer band of the 20p your tyres are within the legal limit. RAC recommends you check your tyres every fortnight, and before long journeys. The RAC recommends changing your tyres before they get to the low limit and ideally a minimum tread depth of 3mm in icy or very wet conditions.
Check your wiper blades
In winter your windscreen can get a very dirty from rain, snow, ice and road salt. Maintaing good visibility is always imperative so check your wipers are doing the job by spraying some washer fluid and checking they clean the windscreen. Then get out of the car and run your fingers along the length of the the blades to check for splits. It's recommended to change wiper blades every 12 months.

Coolant (a mixture of water and antifreeze) is pumped around your engine to cool it. You should regularly check your engine coolant level and top-up if required. Remember only check this when the engine is cool otherwise you risk scalding yourself. It's not normal for coolant levels to drop suddenly, so if it does, get it checked out at a garage. You should find the coolant is between the min/max marks on the side of the tank.

Check your lights and indicators are all working properly and replace bulbs or fuses if required. Battery problems are the reason for more RAC call-outs in winter than anything else. Car batteries need replacing every few years (according to usage) so make sure you get yours checked at your car service. RAC has a guide about checking and maintaining your battery.

6. S - Screen wash

Make sure you top up your screenwash with a product that is effective down to at least -15 degrees Celsius. This additive helps to keep the windscreen free of ice and dirt, particularly the winter road grime caused by road salting and gritting which can cause visibility issues. There is also the risk of a frozen windscreen which is another reason to ensure you use a proper anti-freeze screen wash.

Here's a video of a few winter vehicle tips

Get organised now: prepare a basic winter car kit

Put together a basic winter car kit with a few items to make sure you're ready when cold weather hits. Your winter car kit should include:

Ice scraper and de-icer

Jump leads

Reflective warning triangle - ideally two

Sunglasses

In-car phone charger - and a portable battery charger

Blanket

These are some easy items to put together as a very minimal basic option, but you should also consider a more substantial kit - find out more about what a full winter car kit should contain

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If you are using your vehicle for the first time in several weeks, following Government advice, it will need a thorough check to ensure it is roadworthy and safe. You can find out more about Government advice here.

Most breakdowns are avoidable and simple vehicle checks can help you have a safer journey. Check your tyres, fuel, oil and water.

Highways England recommend carrying out a few quick and easy checks to ensure you and your vehicle are safely equipped to drive - the advice below includes details of what to check.
You should still stay at home as much as possible. The reasons you may leave home include:

for work, where you cannot work from home

going to shops that are permitted to be open - to get things like food and medicine

to exercise or spend time outdoors

any medical need, including to donate blood, avoid injury or illness, escape risk of harm, or to provide care or to help a vulnerable person

Advice on what to check
You and your journey

Make sure you are well rested and are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Plan your route before leaving, and identify opportunities for you to take a break if necessary during your journey. If you make a stop, you should continue to follow covid-19 secure guidance and limit contact time with others.

You can check the latest traffic conditions from Traffic England.

Tyre tread

The legal minimum tread depth for car tyres in the UK is 1.6mm. Driving without the legally required amount of tread can adversely affect your grip, braking distance and steering.

If you are stopped by the police and found with illegal tyres, you could receive a £2,500 fine and 3 penalty points per tyre.

Tyre pressure

Driving with underinflated or overinflated tyres can adversely affect your braking distance, steering, fuel efficiency and the lifetime of your tyres.
Fuel level

In 2015, there were more than 7,000 breakdown incidents due to vehicles running out of fuel.

Always keep your tank at least one-quarter full to avoid running out on your journey.

You can be issued a Fixed Penalty Notice in some locations if your breakdown was foreseeable, such as running out of fuel.

Oil level

Maintaining the correct oil level is essential as the oil lubricates, cleans, cools and protects the moving parts of your engine, preventing your engine from seizing up and breaking down.
Water level

To ensure you have good visibility, always keep your screen wash topped up so you can clear any debris or dirt off your windscreen.
Lights

Your lights are not only essential for you, they are also essential for other drivers to understand how you are driving your vehicle and how you intend to manoeuvre.

Breaking down
Knowing what to do in an emergency or a breakdown is the key to keeping yourself and others safe.
If your vehicle appears to have problems or is damaged and you're on a motorway, always try to exit at a service station or the next junction.

If that's not possible, you should follow these steps:

Pull into an emergency area. These are regularly spaced along the motorway and are marked with blue signs featuring an orange SOS telephone symbol.

If you can't get to the SOS telephone in an emergency area but have a mobile phone with you, call our customer contact centre on 0300 123 5000. Why not save this number in your phone, so it's available when you need it.

If you can't get to the hard shoulder or an emergency area but your vehicle can be driven, move it as close as possible to the nearside (left hand) verge or other nearside boundary or slip road and put on your hazard lights.

If you feel you can exit safely with any occupants, consider exiting your vehicle via the nearside (left hand) door and get away from the road. Keep clear of your vehicle and moving traffic at all times. For example, if your vehicle gets hit, you're out of the way.

Switch on your hazard warning lights and any other lights such as rear fog lights or side lights, to increase your visibility especially if it's dark or foggy. Do not put out a warning triangle.

Contact your breakdown recovery service. All motorists should be able to make their own recovery arrangements in the event of a breakdown. We advise you to carry details of your provider with you.

If it's not possible to exit your vehicle safely, there's no safe place to wait, or you feel your life is in danger, put your hazard warning lights on and stay in your vehicle with your seat belt on. If you have a mobile phone dial '999' immediately.

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There's a maximum charge of £54.85 for a car MOT and £29.65 for a standard motorbike MOT. But you could get it cheaper if you shop around as MOT prices vary depending on the garage. On average, MOTs cost £44.42.
How much is a car service?
The average car service costs around £171.10, according to Who Can Fix My Car. This doesn't include the cost of any repairs, replacements or new parts. If you're looking for a cheap car service near you, use our comparison tool to browse garages in your area.
What is checked on an MOT?
An MOT garage will check a number of things when carrying out an MOT, including:

Lights to check their colour, condition, safety and aim are all correct

Steering and suspension to see if they're operating as normal and in good condition

Brakes to make sure they're functioning safely

Wheels and tyres to ensure general condition, security and tread depth of your tyres aren't worn to the point of being dangerous

Vehicle emissions will be tested to make sure they fall within safety guidelines

To see a full list of MOT checks, take a look at our MOT guide.
How can I find a car service near me?
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As the cold and dark nights of winter roll in, it's best to stock yourself up with some useful tools and supplies just in case you get into a spot of bother. As we all know the British weather can be very changeable so it's a good idea to be prepared for difficult weather conditions. Often traffic will worsen during bad weather and knowing that you have a good back up plan will be very reassuring when you set off for your journey. You'll be able to cope whatever the situation throws at you.

Well, as the know-it-all phrase goes, 'if you fail to prepare then prepare to fail'. At Halfords we have all the tools and bits of kit you'll need to be prepared for the winter season.

The All-Important Winter Driving Checklist

Ice scraper & de-icer

There's nothing more frustrating than rushing to get to work in the morning and your front and back windscreens are iced over. What's worse is that you have to spend the next 20 mins scraping your car with a credit card and waiting for the ice to clear! Now you're late for work and stressed! Having an ice scraper and de-icer in the car will save you so much time. You'll arrive at work on time, far more calm and collected and you won't need to order a new credit card!

Fully charged mobile phone

It's even more important to have your mobile charged when you're driving in winter so that you can reach out for help if you need it and also be contacted yourself. If your car has a USB charger then keep a mobile charger lead in the car so you can charge your phone as you go. If your car isn't that fancy then there are lots of gadgets on the market that will do the same usually using the cigarette lighter as the charging point. If you're a member of a breakdown service then have their number to hand. You usually receive a card to keep in your wallet when you sign up as well as a members booklet that you can keep in the car.

Warm clothing

Stuck on the M5, a truck has broken down and you don't want to keep the car running while you're sat in traffic because you're a little low on petrol. Brrrr. If only you'd packed your down jacket, fleece, hat and scarf, you'd be so toasty right now ! Keep a bag of warm clothing items in your car during winter. You just never know.

Blanket or travel rug

Another useful item to keep you warm and comfortable if you get stuck in cold weather. It could come in really useful if you're travelling with children or the elderly.

Food & snacks

The glove compartment is a good place to keep some snacks to keep energy levels up and blood sugars in check. Protein cereal bars are a good choice and easy to store. A couple of chocolate bars and some bottles of water will stand you in good stead if you find yourself not moving for any reason.

Hi-vis clothing

If you do have to get out of the car either to wait for help or perhaps clear snow, you need to be seen. With less daylight hours in winter it can get pretty dark quite quickly in the evenings so a hi vis jacket or vest will mean you'll won't be missed by other drivers.

Snow shovel and a broom

Another piece of kit you're going to be so grateful for when you wake up in the morning and there's been heavy snowfall during the night. At home or away a snow shovel and broom will come in really handy to clear your path and get you on your way. Our telescopic snow shovel is an ideal space saving item to pack.

De-icing salt

Salt to throw on the ground will really help speed up the process to get all that snow out the way and you on the road.

Snow chains or snow socks for your tyres

If the weather really takes a turn for the worse then snow chains or socks for your tyres will help keep you moving in snow or icy conditions. They will help increase your grip on snow and ice to allow you to get to cleared roads. You can use our helpful tool to find the right snow chains for your car here and it's a good idea to practice putting them on and removing them. You can always pop in-store and we can advise you!

Sturdy boots and a set of ice grips

When there's snow to be cleared and ice to be scraped, a pair of flip flops isn't going to cover it. Have a strong pair of boots to hand and you won't be slipping and sliding around. Plus, you're feet will stay nice and warm!

Emergency warning triangle

If your car does breakdown then an emergency warning triangle placed 45 metres (147 feet) behind your broken-down vehicle on the same side of the road will alert other vehicles that you're ahead. Be careful when you're retrieving it.

Tow rope

Having a tow rope in the car during winter can get you out of some tricky situations whether your car needs to be towed after a breakdown or another driver needs some help.

Jump leads

Jump leads are useful to have in the boot of your car all year around but particularly in winter when your battery might start to complain during the winter months.

Tyre inflator

With all those nasty conditions, the roads can take a bit of a bashing in winter, which can mean an increased risk of you getting a puncture. If the tyre isn't completely blown then having a tyre inflator will mean you can add some enough air to get you to your destination.

First aid kit

A just in case item because you never know what the winter weather is going to throw at you. Halfords sell different kits from basic to a full 66pc set. It's a good idea to have a First aid kit in your car at all times during the year.

Torch

Pack a sturdy torch for winter driving. If unfortunately you do end up stranded or stuck by the side of the road, you'll at least be able to take a look at the car and your surroundings without having to rely on the car interior light or your phone.

Spare car bulbs

Your car lights are your best friends during dark, wintery weather so if one of the bulbs fails it could prevent you from being able to see the road clearly and make for a treacherous journey. Having a spare bulb in the car could mean all the difference between getting home or being stuck by the side of the road waiting for help.

Tip - Investing in a car breakdown kit or a Winter Essentials Kit is a good way to purchase some of these items in one handy package.

Get your winter driving supplies from us - Yes you got it; Halfords have got plenty of the essentials to go around. With a huge selection of winter driving stuff available as part of our motoring range, you'll be ready and prepared in no time. Just Click and Collect or get the goodies delivered straight to yours.
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