Digging out? Don’t be THAT driver who doesn’t clean off their car. It’s dangerous — for you and others.
Cleaning snow off your car before driving is important for several key safety and practical reasons:
1. Improved Visibility
- Clear windows: Snow or ice buildup on your windshield, side windows, and mirrors obstructs your vision, making it harder to see pedestrians, other vehicles, or road signs.
- Prevent fogging: If snow or ice is left on the inside of your windshield, it can cause the glass to fog up, reducing visibility.
2. Avoid Hazards for Other Drivers
- Flying snow: As you drive, snow or ice on the roof or hood can fly off and hit other vehicles. This can cause damage, reduce the visibility of drivers behind you, or even lead to accidents.
- Debris falling off: Snow buildup on your car can eventually slide off, obstructing the road or causing hazards for other cars.
3. Prevent Accidents
- Blocked headlights and taillights: Snow covering your car’s lights makes it harder for other drivers to see you, especially in low visibility conditions like snowstorms or at night.
- Frozen wipers: If snow or ice builds up around your wipers, it can damage the wipers or prevent them from working effectively when you need them most.
4. Preventing Damage to Your Car
- Windshield stress: Snow and ice that’s left to sit on your car can be difficult to remove once it’s hardened, potentially leading to damage to your paint or windshield.
- Engine performance: Clearing snow from around your car’s exhaust and undercarriage can prevent snow from blocking vital engine components or freezing parts, which could affect performance.
5. Legal Responsibility
- In some places, it’s required by law to clear snow off your car before driving. Failing to do so could result in fines or even liability if flying snow causes an accident.
Cleaning off the snow before hitting the road is a quick way to improve your safety and the safety of others. It’s not just about convenience—it’s a critical part of winter driving safety.
Contact Doylestown Auto Repair at 267-279-9477 or visit our website at www.doylestownautoshop.com to schedule an appointment to have your car serviced.