Summer weather is great for driving with sunshine, warm air, and cool breezes. But before you start your next trip, you want to make sure your car is ready for the road. Professional Automotive in Anchorage, AK has been providing over 25 years of quality vehicle maintenance and repair to the driving community, and they have some key advice on how to make sure your car is ready for your next journey.

Take your car in to your mechanic for a tune up before your trip, and make sure you have these areas checked out or repaired to get ready for your long drive:

• Tires. Check your tires—as well as your spare tire—for wear, tear, or cracking. You should also make sure you have a sufficient amount of tread. If you see any damage or not enough tread, then your tires need to be replaced. Don’t forget to ensure your tires are properly inflated. Under-inflated tires can affect your braking and handling of your car in an emergency.
• Air conditioning. The last thing you want in hot weather is a broken AC, so have your auto mechanic check to make sure it’s running with no problems.
• Cooling systems. You don’t want your trip interrupted because of an overheated car—make sure you have enough coolant in your tank to keep your car moving smoothly.
• Oil change. Make sure your oil and filter are changed on a regular schedule, as this helps keep the parts in your car lubricated so they can run efficiently.
• Brakes. You want to know you can depend on your brakes when there’s an emergency! Have them inspected by your auto mechanic and get any necessary brake repairs.

It’s always important to get a scheduled maintenance on your vehicle to catch any issues before they turn into bigger problems. Call Professional Automotive at (907) 562-2471 for your next tune up. You can also visit their website for information on their auto repair and maintenance services.