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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1977
Page
8
The Sidney Telegraph warns winter drivers to tune up regularly and stock a cold weather kit. It outlines essential items and checks including battery care, windshield washer antifreeze, booster cables, reflectors, a first aid kit, flashlight, rug, rock salt, tow chain, shovel, and lock antifreeze for cold starts.
The AAA offers tips for cold starts: keep the gas tank full to prevent fuel line freezing and park in a sheltered spot if no garage is available. Start with ignition, press accelerator once, then set halfway. never flood the engine by pumping. If flooded, turn off, floor the accelerator to drain excess gas, and restart. Maintain battery health and limit electrical accessory use to avoid drain.
The Car Care Council says a well maintained car can fetch hundreds more at trade in. Regular washing to combat winter road salt plus tip top rust checks and interior cleaning protect value. Wax, polish, rustproofing, and timely collision repairs prevent costly deterioration and boost image.
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence reports over 100000 mechanics certified in four years. Certifications cover new car dealerships service stations independent garages and mass merchandisers across all 50 states. NIASE offers a national directory of about 10000 certified shops for 195 dollars and a free state list on request.
Snow tires now dominate urban driving for better grip in snow and mud. The Firestone guide advises matching tire construction front to rear, avoiding mixed types, and ensuring correct cold tire pressures. It cautions against underinflation, notes temperature effects, and suggests storage on extra wheels with reduced pressure. Prompt mounting in fall minimizes delays during first snows.
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