Spring Safety Check For Your Car

Spring Safety Check For Your Car

Spring is the season for cleaning and repairing your home and property; this year, don't forget to give your car a once-over after the winter season. While it might be uplifting to have your interior and upholstery cleaned, it's imperative that you also so give your car a safety equipment check-up.

Your Car’s Safety

Start by scheduling your annual maintenance check with your mechanic or checking your car's systems yourself. Check that the following systems are in good working order:

  • Brakes – check or change brake pads too
  • Headlights – both regular lights and brights might need to be changed and aligned
  • Fluids – oil, radiator, and wiper fluid should be changed or topped off
  • Spare tire – make sure the spare is in good condition
  • Tire change equipment – check the jack and make sure you know how to use it

If you have never changed a tire, it is a good idea to take a course or practice on your own. While it is true that roadside assistance may be included in your insurance policy, it can take time for the service to arrive. If you are in an isolated area, or if you are in a hurry, you should have the ability to change the tire yourself. If you have a new driver in your family, this is a good time to learn and practice together.

Your Personal Safety

In addition to the emergency equipment you might already have in your car – such as jumper cables – you might want to make sure you also have:

  • Bandages and other first-aid supplies
  • Flashlight
  • Flares
  • Blanket
  • Hot packs

You should include a checklist that will help you remember what to do in the event of a car accident. This list should include emergency contact phone numbers (in case you are incapacitated), reminders to get the contact and insurance information from all involved, a reminder to take photos of the accident, and the name and number of a car accident attorney.

Update Your Policy

Spring is also a good time to do an auto insurance check-up. There may have been changes in your family situation that should be reflected in your policy. Have you added a new driver? Did your child turn 16? Review your policy with your agent or your lawyer to make sure you are covered.

In the event of an Accident, Call a New York Auto Accident Attorney

No one likes the idea of planning for an accident. As human beings, we do not like to think about our own vulnerability or mortality. That’s why it is important to have a personal injury attorney you can trust. At the Law Office of David Kaufman, we hope you never need a car accident attorney. In case you do, we want to assure you that you are in experienced hands with us. We care deeply about our clients. Call us or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.?

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