Preparing Your Car for Winter: The Complete Checklist

Winter puts every system in your car to the test. A preventive check in November saves you from unpleasant breakdowns once temperatures drop below freezing.

In this article, our workshop team explains step by step what to watch out for, so you can make the right decisions for your car and avoid unnecessary costs down the line. The recommendations below are based on our team's day-to-day experience in the shop.

What to keep in mind

• Fit winter tires once temperatures consistently drop below 7°C
• Test the battery — in cold weather its capacity drops by up to 35%
• Check the antifreeze and the concentration of the windshield washer fluid
• Replace worn wiper blades for maximum visibility
• Have the heating and defogging system checked before the first frost

Bottom line: prevention is always cheaper than repair. Book a check-up at our shop and enjoy professional diagnostics, warrantied parts, and transparent advice. Book online in just a few minutes.