Explore our top safe driving tips for fall
Fall is here! The season has officially begun, which means it’s time to get outside and enjoy the changing leaves and the falling temperatures. However, fall isn’t all about pumpkin spice and crunchy leaves! You’ll need to adjust your safe driving habits as the season gets into full swing, and Toyota of N Charlotte is here to help you do it. Let’s talk safe driving tips for fall!
Get your car ready for fall at our N Charlotte auto service center
Tip #1: Before you hit the road, make sure your car is prepped.
Fall presents a unique set of driving hazards – wet leaves, different temperatures, more rain and possible frost or ice, and shorter days. Schedule N Charlotte Toyota car maintenance to have our techs check out your tires, brakes, defroster, headlights, and wipers before you hit the road for fall fun. It’ll save you time, money, and frustration to prep your ride ahead of time!
Tip #2: Adjust your driving habits.
The roads can be a bit more slippery in the fall, thanks to the aforementioned wet leaves and added precipitation, not to mention frost and ice in late fall. In order to combat these conditions, our N Charlotte Toyota dealership recommends driving slowly (aka following the speed limit), taking turns carefully so your back wheels don’t slide out, and using smooth movements to accelerate or brake. Any jerky or abrupt movements up the risk of you losing control of your car on slick surfaces.
Know how to adjust your safe driving habits with the new season
Tip #3: Be ready to drive in the dark.
Driving at night is a lot different than driving during the day! Toyota of N Charlotte recommends that you brush up on how to drive in the dark, because the days get shorter in the fall, especially as Daylight Savings ends. Remember to turn on your headlights, use defensive driving skills to better spot nighttime hazards, and to leave more distance in between your car and other vehicles in case anyone needs to come to a sudden stop. It might also pay to brush up on driving in the rain!
Tip #4: Prepare for more traffic.
There are more travelers on the road during the fall, especially around the holidays. This means it could take you longer to get where you need to go, so be sure to plan your trips ahead of time! Our N Charlotte Toyota dealership recommends having an alternate route planned out ahead of time just in case your normal one is clogged with traffic. Also, you can use the new Toyota technology found in so many of our cars (like navigation and real-time and predictive traffic) to get to your final destination with ease.
Are you ready to hit the road and celebrate the new season? Call Toyota of N Charlotte if you’re in need of car maintenance – our service center is open and waiting for you. You can reach them at (888) 378-1214, and you’ll also want to ask about our Toyota service deals to save big!
