Get your car road-ready for the summer

by | May 6, 2025 | Auto Tips, Preventative Maintenance

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Before you hit the open road this summer, make sure your vehicle is ready for the journey ahead! A Spring Automotive Wellness Checkup now from BA Auto Care can save you from unexpected breakdowns later. Here are 8 tips to keep your car running smoothly all summer long:

  1. Check your tires for wear and have them rotated.
  2. Test your battery and replace it if needed.
  3. Have your brakes inspected and repaired if needed.
  4. Check your oil level and change as needed.
  5. Check your air conditioning and coolant system to keep both you and your car cool.
  6. Make sure your car emergency kit is up to date.
  7. Test your headlights, brake lights, and turn signals.
  8. Replace your worn out wiper blades.

Contact us before you head out for your first trip of the season to make sure your car is road-ready. Our ASE certified technicians will give your car a thorough checkup and have you driving with confidence.

About the Author

Brian England, the current president of BA Auto Care (formerly British American Auto Care), got his start with an auto apprenticeship in a small town in northwest of London. He came to the U.S. in 1972 to work for a Land Rover dealer in Rockville, MD. A few years later, he started British American Auto Care with his wife, Jennifer. Brian is a big believe in preventative maintenance, and his philosophy is to encourage and educate drivers on the benefits of a regular maintenance plan.