Preparing Your Vehicle for Spring Rains: Wiper Blades and Tires

Preparing Your Vehicle for Spring Rains: Wiper Blades and Tires

When rain hits, your windshield wipers become your first line of defense for clear visibility. Worn or damaged wiper blades can leave streaks, blur your windshield, and obstruct your view, making driving dangerous. Safe driving in spring's rainy weather depends on clear visibility and reliable traction. Proper tire maintenance ensures your vehicle can grip the road, reducing the risk of hydroplaning. By preparing your vehicle's wiper blades and tires for the conditions ahead, you’re taking crucial steps to ensure you and your passengers remain safe on the road.

Wiper Blades:

• Check Your Blades: Inspect your wiper blades for signs of wear, such as cracks, tears, or stiffness. It could be time for a replacement if they don't cleanly clear water from your windshield or make squeaking sounds.
• Choose Quality Replacements: Good wiper blades should last about a year, but ensuring they're in top condition with spring rains is crucial.
• Installation: Wiper blade installation is relatively simple, but we can assist if you need clarification. Our five locations across Waukesha County can help you choose and install suitable wiper blades for your vehicle.

Tires: 

• Inspect Tire Tread: Check your tire tread depth to ensure it can channel water out from under the tire. The "penny test" is a quick way to check. If you can see the top of Lincoln's head when a penny is in the tread, your tires need replacing.
• Consider New Tires: If needed, investing in new tires is a wise decision before the spring rains start. Look for tires that perform well in wet conditions and offer enhanced water evacuation and grip, or all-season tires work well, too. 
• Tire Service: Call Silver Lake Auto & Tire Center for expert advice on the best tires for your driving needs and to have your tires replaced if necessary. When you purchase new tires at our auto repair shops, we also offer complimentary tire rotations, balancing, and repairsvwhich extend tire life and improve performance.

As spring approaches in Wisconsin, checking and preparing your vehicle’s wiper blades and tires can make all the difference in navigating the spring showers safely. Whether you need new wiper blades, tire advice, or professional tire services, visit us at any of our five locations in Oconomowoc, Hartland, New Berlin, Brookfield, and Muskego. Our auto repair and tire centers ensure your vehicle is ready for whatever the weather brings.