Winters in Westfield, MA can be beautiful. Waking up in the morning and seeing the Sun glimmer on freshly fallen snow can be an impressive sight. As wondrous as a sight like that can be, the cold, snow, and ice can also lead to challenging conditions for people who need to travel. Since many of us have a daily commute, or other travels we need to make, it can create some anxious times for drivers when the snow starts to fall. Luckily, things can be less stressful when you visit the service team from Ford of Northampton, located at 968 Bridge Road in Northampton, MA, for some winter service.
Getting You Prepped for the Winter Months in the Northampton, MA Area
Your daily travels to Holyoke, MA can be much more difficult if your car, truck, or SUV is not ready for winter travel. Getting your vehicle ready for the winter can provide a safer and easier driving experience. The service center at Ford of Northampton has many factory-trained, Ford-certified service technicians that can ensure that your vehicle is ready for winter driving.
One of the ways that our experienced service techs can handle all of your winter service needs is by having an extensive menu. Some of the winter services we provide include:
Tire Services
Our dealership can sell you a good set of winter tires. They can also install them for you. The design of a winter tire allows it to perform optimally in the cold, snowy, and icy weather. We can ensure that any existing winter tires have the tread necessary to get you through the coldest months. We'll even make sure that your tires are sufficiently inflated.
Battery Services
The frigid temperatures of the winter season in this region can be trying for your car battery. Since you don't want to be stranded because your battery was not up to the test, you should have it inspected by our service center. If your car battery is found to be lacking, our service team will replace it for you.
Brake Services
On the snowy and icy roads in this area, it can be tougher to bring your car to a complete stop. When you don't have a good set of brakes on your vehicle, it can be even worse. Before the snow really starts to fly, you should bring your car, truck, or SUV to our service center to get a brake inspection. If any of the components in your brake system are not up to snuff, we can replace them for you.
Windshield Wipers
During a snowstorm, visibility is key. It can be difficult to have that visibility when you don't have a good set of windshield wipers. The service center at Ford of Northampton can change your windshield wipers, so you can assured of having a good set during the wintry weather.
Oil Change
The oil in your car during the warm summer months is not the same as what should be used during the colder months of winter. Changing your oil is key to make sure that your engine performs optimally during the winter season.
Prepare for Winter Travel
Winter service is not the only thing you can do to prepare for the difficult driving conditions that we encounter in this season. You can also make sure that you are prepared for the worst-case scenarios when you travel in the winter. There are some things you should always have in your car with you during this season. Some of them include:
- Blankets, a hat, and mittens
- Ice scraper/snow brush
- Bottled water
- Cat litter
- Road flares
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Jumper cables
- First-aid kit
If your car breaks down, or you need to pull over because the winter has caused driving to be too hazardous, you will want to make sure that you are safe and ready to respond.
Schedule Your Winter Service with Ford of Northampton
Ford of Northampton, in Northampton, MA, wants you to be ready when winter gets into full swing. Schedule your winter service with our dealership today, so you don't get caught unprepared when the snow and ice truly arrive.