Our top winter motoring tips
Check your tyre tread
Tyre depth is essential to maintain traction in slippery and wet winter conditions. The legal minimum limit is 1.5mm, but if your last WoF suggested you're getting close to needing new tyres, we recommend stopping into your nearest tyre shop to check.
Check your wipers
Noisy windscreen wipers? This could be a sign that you need to replace them, a small price to pay for perfect vision on the roads.
Drive sensibly
Braking suddenly, driving over the speed limit, and accelerating quickly all add to your fuel consumption. By slowing down and driving sensibly, you'll not only be safer, but you'll also save money on petrol costs.
Check your tyre pressures
Having your tyres at the correct pressure reduces resistance when driving, reducing the amount of fuel you use. Please don't overfill them with air, as this will make your vehicle difficult to drive, which could become a safety issue.
Check your oil
Minimise the wear and tear on your vehicle's engine by checking the oil level regularly and doing oil changes. Not sure when to change it? Check your vehicle's manual to tell you how often you should change it.
Check your air filter
An old or blocked air filter will cause your vehicle to use more fuel than normal. Regularly replacing your engine's air filter is an essential part of improving your car's fuel efficiency.
Time for an upgrade for winter and looking for finance?
Put yourself in the drivers seat with pre-approval from Stadium Finance. We'll let you know exactly how much you can spend before you decide what vehicle to purchase.
