Spring Car Care Tips for Family Road Trips

spring car care tips

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spring car care tips

It’s spring which means family road trips will be in full swing for many of us. One of the most important things we can do before hitting the road is to make sure your vehicle is road ready. Car care and maintenance is important to ensure breakdowns are unlikely and to keep your car running smoothly. I was excited to partner with Goodyear Auto Service to share with you the importance of car maintenance and about their Spring Car Care event.

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

It’s important to make sure your car is ready for the rain and spring season, so I headed out to my local Goodyear Auto Service for new tires, a free alignment check and 29-point inspection. I knew I wanted to take advantage of their amazing Spring Car Care Event offer and have my truck prepared for spring and those fun family road trips.

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

The guys at the store were so knowledgeable and friendly. During my appointment at Goodyear Auto Service, they helped me learn more about maintaining my truck. My mom, who came with me, and I were greeted by an employee, Pat, with an umbrella. It was raining pretty hard when we arrived at the store and this was very much appreciated. Once inside we were greeted by the manager, Larry, and another employee David. Larry was extremely knowledgeable and such a great sport in letting us document our trip at the store.

Goodyear Auto Service Spring Car Care Event

Goodyear Spring car care event

To celebrate National Car Care Month in April, Goodyear Auto Service is offering their “Spring Car Care” event. Now through April 13th you can receive complimentary tire tread checks, an instant $15 off a set of four Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly tires and free wiper blades when purchasing a set of tires at your local Goodyear Auto Service.

After visiting my local Goodyear Auto Service store I learned the importance of car maintenance and came back with these spring car care tips to share with all of you!

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

Tires

Be sure to check your tires and tire pressure. Having a good set of tires on wet, slick roads is important for keeping your family safe. Having proper tire pressure can seriously affect your car’s drivability and fuel economy. Take your car to an auto service store like Goodyear Auto Service to have your tires properly checked.

spring car care tips

Goodyear Auto Service cares about you and your car so you can expect a high quality, consistent experience. That means listening to your needs, delivering clear communication on timing for the service and getting you back on the road quickly to keep your family safe. While at Goodyear Auto Service, I met a couple of the employees, Dana and Chris, who installed & mounted the tires, checked & double checked the lug nuts. They also helped with the inspection on my truck.

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

Alignment

When you spend the cash on a set of tires you need to be sure your vehicle is properly aligned. With an improper alignment it can cause unnecessary wear and tear on your tires. At the store, Larry, the manager, and Nate, another employee, showed us their laser alignment, laser balance and mounting of the tires.

spring car care tips

Inspection

Not only does Goodyear Auto Service offer tires and alignment but will also perform a 29-point general inspection on your vehicle. Some of the things involved in this comprehensive 29-point inspection is tires, braking system, wiper blades, filters, fluids and battery. Larry went over every aspect of the inspection on my truck to ensure it was road ready. Your vehicle should be checked at every oil change so you are alerted to any changes to your vehicle’s condition and to keep your family safe.

spring car care tips

Lubricants

Some makes and models will require more in depth maintenance and inspection, but there are some golden rules that all vehicles require to stay in prime shape. All lubricants must be kept clean. In order for the lubricants to remain clean, ensure regular changing of oil filters, fuel filters, and transmission fluid filters.

spring car care tips

The oil, transmission fluid, and coolant need to be monitored, topped off, or flushed and replaced on a schedule that is appropriate to your particular vehicle, your typical driving conditions, and regular mileage. Many experts believe that transmission fluid will last approximate 100,000 miles. However, engine coolant usually needs to be flushed and replaced every 24,000 miles.

spring car care tips

Regular Oil Changes

A regular oil change and inspection should be accomplished about every 5000 miles. Some makes and models can go further before an oil change depending on the oil and make of your vehicle. A typical oil change and inspection will usually include the changing of the oil and filter, the inspection of fluid levels and air filtration system, inspection and service on tire pressure, and often a quick cleaning of windows and floorboards. Make sure to regularly monitor your tire tread, because the tires are one of the most valuable and important components of your car.

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

During regular maintenance, you will typically pay a standard fee for an oil change, fluid top-off, and brief inspection.  The mechanics will then ask if you’d like to add additional services such as brake or engine tune-ups. Over all, taking care of your vehicle with scheduled maintenance will keep it running healthy and will extend the life of your investment, as well as keep your family safer in a car that is operating at the top level that it should.

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

Wiper Blades

There’s nothing worse than running up on a spring storm with bad wiper blades. It’s happened once too many times for me. At your local Goodyear Auto Service store they can check your wipers for any signs of cracking or wear. Don’t forget, when you get that set of tires at Goodyear Auto Service during their “Spring Car Care” event you can get a free set of wiper blades.

Larry went over the Valvoline wiper blades they installed on my truck and how they were a match for the make and model of my vehicle.

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

Winter weather can take a toll on your vehicle, particularly on tire tread and wiper blades. With the Goodyear Auto Service “Spring Car Care” event, you can get your car road ready for spring travel season and family road trips.

Goodyear Auto Service Spring Car Care Event

To learn more about the “Spring Car Care” event and to find a Goodyear Auto Service near you, visit GoodyearAutoService.com. I visited the Mission, Kansas location and the guys there are knowledgeable and had me in and out of the store within an hour.

Goodyear Spring Car Care Event

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35 responses to “Spring Car Care Tips for Family Road Trips”

  1. Kim Pincombe-Cole Avatar
    Kim Pincombe-Cole

    I always forget to check my wiper blades before a big trip. A long spring trip on the highway, in the rain with bad wiper blades is the worst…

  2. Victoria Avatar

    Those wiper blades are a must have for the spring rains.

  3. Amanda Alvarado Avatar
    Amanda Alvarado

    We usually get our tires and everything checked when we get our oil change which is usually every couple of months (in fact just got it done about a week ago). Good to know we are doing what we are supposed to be!

  4. Cynthia C Avatar
    Cynthia C

    I didn’t know they used lasers for alignment. My car is new but I will need an oil change in a few months.

  5. Kailyn P Avatar
    Kailyn P

    I learned about alignment! Didn’t know so much went into all of the inspection. Thanks for the post!

  6. eric k Avatar
    eric k

    i really should replace my wipers more often

  7. Bob Williams Avatar
    Bob Williams

    Thanks for the chance and looks like a good deal.

  8. Amanda Justice Avatar

    A good set of wipers and quality wiper fluid are a must to keep on top of. You can only see as clearly as your glass is!

  9. Cindi O Avatar
    Cindi O

    I didn’t know Goodyear Auto Service offer tires and alignment but will also perform a 29-point general inspection on your vehicle. Some of the things involved in this comprehensive 29-point inspection is tires, braking system, wiper blades, filters, fluids and battery

  10. Deborah Caudill Avatar
    Deborah Caudill

    Your Spring Car Care Event sounds fabulous. I like that you check everything out and let us know if we would need new tires or brakes anytime soon. It is a wonderful deal with money off on new tires and free wiper blades with the purchase of tires. I like that you can get your oil changed, an inspection done and many other services taken care of in that one super friendly and knowledgeable place. What I like best is the peace of mind you get knowing your car has been looked over by the best and that you won’t have problems with your car making it to work, home or out of town on vacation.

  11. Deborah Caudill Avatar
    Deborah Caudill

    Your Spring Car Care Event sounds fabulous. I like that you check everything out and let us know if we would need new tires or brakes anytime soon. It is a wonderful deal with money off on new tires and free wiper blades with the purchase of tires. I like that you can get your oil changed, an inspection done and many other services taken care of in that one super friendly and knowledgeable place. What I like best is the peace of mind you get knowing your car has been looked over by the best and that you won’t have problems with your car making it to work, home or out of town on vacation.

  12. Tom Avatar
    Tom

    Good Year offers more than tires

  13. Alejandra Carreno Avatar
    Alejandra Carreno

    I never knew Goodyear does an extended 29-point general inspection on my van when I bring it in. I really thought they only focus on tires and alignments.

  14. Erin M Avatar
    Erin M

    I always get an oil change and check the tire pressure before I go on a road trip, now I have a few other things to add to my list.

  15. Dana Rodriguez Avatar
    Dana Rodriguez

    I have a center real close to where we love. We are about due for new set of tires!

  16. Victoria Scott Avatar
    Victoria Scott

    I really like how inclusive the Spring Car check is! Wiper blades, fluids, tires – one stop and you’re all set!

  17. Sherry Keef Avatar
    Sherry Keef

    I learned thar spring car care tips include all lubricants must be kept clean. In order for the lubricants to remain clean, ensure regular changing of oil filters, fuel filters, and transmission fluid filters.

  18. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    It is important for the tires to be aligned properly because over time it can wear out the tires faster.

  19. Lee M Avatar
    Lee M

    A vehicle is a big investment. Keeping it in great shape is up to the owner. Watching everything and making sure regular checkups are done. Don’t ignore maintenance.

  20. Joe Avatar
    Joe

    We are due for a new set of wiper blades and a transmission flush/filter/gasket and fresh fluid. Also new antifreeze.

  21. Jay Jackson Avatar
    Jay Jackson

    Great tips, thanks for the review.

  22. alona y Avatar
    alona y

    My husband and I both tend to forget about the wipers – we need to make a set car maintenence schedule!

  23. Lisa Coomer Queen Avatar
    Lisa Coomer Queen

    I learned that Good Year is having a Spring Car Care Event. They check a lot of things. Thanks!

  24. Sandra Watts Avatar

    Great tips. I learned that they perform a 29-point general inspection on your vehicle. Seems like that would be good to do.

  25. Angela Saver Avatar
    Angela Saver

    I learned that proper alignment is important as it can cause unnecessary wear and tear on your tires, so I need to have our front-end aligned.

  26. Lesley F Avatar
    Lesley F

    I like the Spring Car Care event that they are offering. There are some great deals being offered

  27. Richard Hicks Avatar
    Richard Hicks

    I learned if you buy new tires they give you new wiper blades

  28. ANNETTE FISHER Avatar
    ANNETTE FISHER

    THANK YOU FOR TEACHING ME ON HOW TO KEEP UP MY CAR. ALSO, WHEN IT IS TIME TI GET NEW TIRES.

  29. amy guillaume linderman Avatar
    amy guillaume linderman

    i love all these tips…will put them to use

  30. Angela Ingles Avatar
    Angela Ingles

    These are all good tips. Alignment is so important. My car was never aligned once when a company put on my new tires and my tires were ruined within a month or two.

    1. Melanie Kampman Avatar

      Yes, that’s the worst! It can really tear up your tires!

  31. DENISE LOW Avatar
    DENISE LOW

    I like that they check you wipers for cracking.

  32. Tiffany Schmidt Avatar
    Tiffany Schmidt

    I love that Goodyear is a brand I can find cross country. Plus, being from NEOhio (and Akron) I have to support the rubber city tire! (and Blimp!)

  33. Holly Thomas Avatar
    Holly Thomas

    I found that there is a center only 8 miles away.

  34. Jerry Marquardt Avatar
    Jerry Marquardt

    I like all of your tips and pointers on this informative article aimed at helping keep your car maintained properly and some spring car care tips for the family on taking road trips.