3 Ways Fall Weather Can Damage Your Car
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**Fall Foliage and Your Car**
With trees shedding their leaves, your car can become a target for debris. The sap, pollen, and acids found on fallen leaves can damage your car’s paint if left unchecked. These materials can also clog your vehicle’s drainage systems and even make their way into the air filter. If they start to decompose, cleaning them out becomes much more difficult. To protect your car, consider parking it in a garage or covering it when not in use.
**Cold Weather Challenges**
Although daytime temperatures may still feel warm, nighttime temperatures can drop significantly. This shift can affect your car in several ways:
- **Tire Pressure:** For every 10-degree drop in temperature, tire pressure decreases by about 1 psi. Check your tires regularly.
- **Fluid Viscosity:** At temperatures below 35°F, engine oil, transmission fluid, and other essential fluids thicken, which can slow down your car’s performance and potentially cause internal damage.
- **Hoses and Belts:** Cold weather can cause rubber components like hoses and belts to become brittle and crack.
- **Battery Performance:** Cold weather reduces battery voltage, making it harder to start your car, especially if the battery is old.
- **Windshield Wipers:** Ice and frost can stick your wipers to the windshield. Consider lifting them up or keeping them away from the glass when parked outside.
**Slippery Road Conditions**
As fall transitions into winter, frost and black ice begin to form on roads, especially in shaded areas or on bridges. These conditions increase the risk of accidents. Drive cautiously, reduce your speed, brake gently, and maintain a greater following distance from other vehicles. Being proactive can help prevent dangerous situations.
Whether your car has been affected by falling leaves, cold weather, or icy roads, it’s important to stay on top of maintenance. At DaSilva’s Auto Care, we specialize in helping drivers keep their vehicles running smoothly through the fall and winter months. Don’t wait until something goes wrong—schedule an appointment today and keep your car ready for whatever the season brings.