{"id":194,"date":"2018-04-19T16:23:37","date_gmt":"2018-04-19T16:23:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/stop23\/?p=194"},"modified":"2024-03-18T08:34:04","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T08:34:04","slug":"driving-and-vehicle-tips-to-make-your-car-safer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stop23.ca\/blog\/driving-and-vehicle-tips-to-make-your-car-safer\/","title":{"rendered":"Driving and Vehicle Tips to Make your Car Safer"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Additional Car and Vehicle Safety\u00a0Instructions and\u00a0Measures<\/h2>\n<p>There are many advanced safety features and driver assistance technology that come with current cars in this day and age. However, what are drivers who own older and used cars to do to keep safe? There is good news on that front. While an older car model might not be able to combat such features as a 360\u00b0 camera system and autonomous braking found on more advanced and newer models, there are still several things you can do to improve your car&#8217;s safety on the road. Here are our top driving safety tips from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stop23.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stop 23 Auto Sales<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3>Keep Your Vehicle in Good Condition<\/h3>\n<p>This step is both simple and incredibly effective. The better you take care of your car, the longer it will last, and the safer it will be on the road. Simple maintenance you can do yourself includes:<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Checking and Maintaining Fluid Levels\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Checking and Maintaining Tire Pressure\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Cleaning Windows and\u00a0Headlights\u00a0and Taillights\u00a0Covers\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Keeping Gas in the Tank\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Replacing Lights\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Replacing Windshield Wipers\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>And more!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"one_half\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1737 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2019\/06\/11135704\/Happyoldpeople_b.jpg\" alt=\"an old couple in a moving vehicle \" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2019\/06\/11135704\/Happyoldpeople_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2019\/06\/11135704\/Happyoldpeople_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one_half_last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1888 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2018\/04\/18083324\/collision_B1_b.jpg\" alt=\"man and woman drivers inspecting car collision in the middle of the road\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2018\/04\/18083324\/collision_B1_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2018\/04\/18083324\/collision_B1_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h3>Perform Regular Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>As well as you take care of your car, there are some things you can&#8217;t fix yourself. If there is a problem with your vehicle, don&#8217;t hesitate to have it checked over by a mechanic or service technician. To leave it be may end up costing you far more over time and can put you at\u00a0great risk of danger if an important part of your vehicle fails to work properly when on the road.<\/p>\n<h3>Put Together an Emergency\/Safety Kit<\/h3>\n<p>Make sure to create and\/or buy a pack of safety and service equipment to keep in your car. If there&#8217;s ever an emergency and you&#8217;re stranded, you&#8217;ll need to either fix the problem or be patient as you wait for help.\u00a0Therefore, this kit\u00a0may\u00a0include\u00a0tools, jumper cables, flares, flashlights, and even comfort items such as blankets, dried snacks, extra clothes, and other useful items. Brainstorm a list of additional items to pack.<\/p>\n<h3>Take Care of\u00a0Yourself and Stay Attentive<\/h3>\n<p>The most important part of being safe on the road is to maintain your ability as a good driver. This means making sure you are paying attention and focused when driving. To do so, you will need to consider many things, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Always check your mirrors\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Be aware of your surroundings and other drivers\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Drive cautiously and don&#8217;t speed\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Eat\u00a0healthily\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Eliminate\u00a0distractions when driving (phones, talking, etc.)\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Have your eyes checked\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Never drive when sleepy or tired\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Wear your seat-belt<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"one_half\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1532 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2020\/11\/29124631\/Trafficblock_b.jpg\" alt=\"Cars driving on highway\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2020\/11\/29124631\/Trafficblock_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2020\/11\/29124631\/Trafficblock_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one_half_last\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1405 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2021\/09\/12141110\/Mechanic_inspecting_b.png\" alt=\"Image of a service technician conducting an engine inspection\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2021\/09\/12141110\/Mechanic_inspecting_b.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/631\/2021\/09\/12141110\/Mechanic_inspecting_b-300x195.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stop23.ca\/blog\/how-can-i-make-my-car-dog-friendly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>How Can I Make My Car Dog-Friendly?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>We hope our entry guide to driving safety has been a great starting point for improving your driving experience. For more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stop23.ca\/blog\/tips-tricks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tips and tricks<\/a> to conquer the road, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stop23.ca\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">check out our blog<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stop23.ca\/contact-stop-23-in-listowel-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a> here at Stop 23 Auto Sales. Our staff can interest you in a variety of pre-owned vehicles in our inventory and help answer any automotive questions you might have!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Additional Car and Vehicle Safety\u00a0Instructions and\u00a0Measures There are many advanced safety features and driver assistance technology that come with current cars in this day and age. However, what are drivers who own older and used cars to do to keep safe? 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