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28 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday November 19, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com BAD CREDIT NO CREDIT www.hawleypbc.com APPLY ON-LINE! How to avoid frost welcome Weather conditions have recently turned frosty, leaving motorists searching for their ice scrapers. So here's a pre-winter checklist for drivers seeking to avoid a frosty welcome: · Prepare the vehicle for winter early. In autumn have the anti freeze checked, replace damaged wiper blades, stock up on de-icer, add anti-freeze window washer fulid and buy a window scraper and two cloths: one to clear condensation and dirt from the inside windows and one to clean lights and exterior windows · Check that the windshield wipers are off when leaving the vehicle the night before to avoid damaging the wiper motor and blades when the engine is started the next day · Use external temperature gauges, if the vehicle has them. An indicated temperature of 3 Celsius means that extremely slippery conditions are possible. · Remember that ice on the windshield could mean ice on the highway at some points, especially side roads · Observe other road users reactions to conditions ahead as a pre-warning of what is to come Stopping distances will increase in frosty or wet weather. Stay focused, look further ahead than usual and allow for the extra time needed to stop by increasing the gap ahead. Where the road surface is likely to be slippery, stay in the highest gear possible to minimize the risk of wheel spin. Consider setting off in second gear, releasing the clutch and accelerating very gently. If the vehicles front end begins to lose grip, a front wheel skid will begin. Reduce acceleration, consider shifting to neutral and steer smoothly. If the vehicle goes into a rear wheel skid, lift off the accelerator and steer into the skid. Always ensure windows, lights and mirrors are clear of dirt and ice before setting off. Everyone Deserves A Second Chance. We Can Re-establish Your Credit And Get You In A Vehicle And On The Road Today. Call Wally-905.330.1104 225 Dundas St. East, Mississauga At The Same Location For Over 60 Years Car maintenance is good for environment According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), it's likely your single highest contribution to pollution is driving a car. Motor vehicles are a large contributor to groundlevel ozone, a major component of smog. Additionally, some automobile emissions can contribute to environmental problems such as acid rain and global warming. By keeping your car properly maintained, you can help improve fuel economy, and proper maintenance may mean less traffic congestion due to breakdowns. Plus, a well-tuned car emits less pollution than a poorly- maintained car. So, to help do your part for your car and the environment, here are some key tune-up tips: · Reduce Misfires - Old, dirty and worn spark plugs are prone to misfires and can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 per cent. The proper installation of new spark plugs will reduce or eliminate misfires. · Prevent Engine Overheating - Cooling system maintenance is also extremely important in helping the engine run efficiently. Its main function is to prevent overheating and corrosion, which can cause the engine to work harder and emit more pollution. Many drivers may feel a little intimidated about purchasing antifreeze/coolant but if the system gets neglected, the repair or replacement of water pumps, radiators and other cooling system parts can be costly. · Change the Air Filter Replacing a dirty and clogged air filter can also make a difference. Regular checking and replacement of air filters helps protect your engine from excessive wear and helps improve gas mileage. Research from the U.S. Department of Energy suggests that changing an air filter when clogged can improve gas mileage by up to 10 per cent.