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Did you know there is a distinct difference between regular wiper blades and wiper blades made specifically for winter weather?

Winter blades are manufactured with a rubber that stays flexible in freezing conditions. This keeps the blade from becoming brittle and stiff. The arms of the wiper are made of a heavy metal to help push the snow and ice off the windshield, and the blade and arms are designed to limit ice from forming and clogging and dragging the blades. Clogged blades do not clean the windshield, but rather leaves streaks across the windshield.

 

Let’s talk about tires for a minute. 

How many of you really know anything about tires? Did you know that your tires can be bad and still have tread on them?

Most tires a produced today are worn out by 50,000 miles whether they have tread or not. You see, inside your tire are steel belts and these belts flex and get very hot every time you drive your car. Over time, the steel becomes weak and can allow your tire to wander under extreme conditions. This can cause a loss of control at a moment when you…