Aug 13, 2019   SOURCE: PR NewsWire

Getting Your Car Ready for School

BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- It's back-to-school time and the Car Care Council wants to help families get their vehicles ready for car pools, playdates, soccer games and more. An informative new video from the non-profit organization provides motorists a with a five-point checklist to be performed before the start of the school year.

"There is always a lot to do before school starts and making sure your vehicle is running safely and efficiently should be at the top of that 'to-do' list," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "Our new back-to-school video offers maintenance and safety tips to help parents and their precious passengers travel safely to and from school and all kinds of activities."

Produced in conjunction with AutoNetTV (ANTV), the Car Care Council's Back to School video highlights five areas that should be checked to make sure vehicles are kid-safe and road ready:

    1. Check lights and wipers for visibility. With shorter days and inclement
       weather ahead, make sure lights and wipers function properly so that you
       can see and be seen. Check wiper blades for signs of wear and replace if
       necessary.
    2. Get an annual brake inspection. The braking system is your car's most
       important safety feature. Before carpool season gets in full swing, make
       sure that your brakes are functioning properly. Schedule a brake
       inspection and look for warning signs that your vehicle may need brake
       service, such as an illuminated brake light or screeching, grinding or
       clicking noises when applying the brakes.
    3. Check tires for under inflation or excessive wear. Check tire pressure
       and refill underinflated tires, including the spare, and look for uneven
       wear and check tread depth.
    4. Make sure everyone is buckled up. The National Highway Traffic Safety
       Administration (NHTSA) website has important tips on seat belt fit and
       position. For the younger ones riding along, the site has information
       about how to install car seats as well as guidelines on selecting a car
       seat or booster based on your child's age and size.
    5. Consider a back-up detection device. Consider having a back-up detection
       device installed that provides rearview video or warning sounds when
       moving in reverse. While drivers should not rely solely on these devices,
       they can help to reduce the risk of back-over incidents along with
       following other prevention tips from NHTSA.

To learn more about keeping your vehicle in safe, dependable working condition, visit www.carcare.org and follow the Car Care Council on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the "Be Car Care Aware" consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For the latest car care news, visit the council's online media room at http://media.carcare.org. To order a free copy of the popular Car Care Guide, visit the council's consumer education website at www.carcare.org.

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