Hurricanes Helene and Milton have affected numerous people, and Hall Nissan Virginia Beach is doing its part to help drivers maintain their cars safely. We’re here to assist you with preventative hurricane maintenance and teaching safe driving habits. Here’s everything you need to know about hurricane safety for your vehicle.
Drive Safely
You should never drive in a hurricane unless absolutely necessary. If you do head out on the road, make sure you keep these tips in mind:
- Drive slower: Driving at lower speeds reduces your risk of dangerously spinning out.
- Brake and turn smoothly: Don’t make sharp movements on a wet road.
- Avoid water pools: Large puddles often hide obstacles, deep holes, and damaging debris.
Park Correctly
Every homeowner in a hurricane zone knows how a storm can affect a closed-off area. That’s why you should take extra care when parking your car in a hurricane event. Board up your garage windows so they don’t present a hazard, and lock down anything you can in the garage so it doesn’t fall onto your vehicle. You should also park the car farther away from the garage door, so it is less affected by wind.
Adequately Maintain Your Car
You can apply several preventative services to your vehicle to protect it from the elements during a storm. You should inspect your lights and wipers, ensuring that they are working to maintain visibility in windy and rainy conditions. We also recommend checking out your engine and brakes, so you know that you can accelerate and stop safely.
Schedule Hurricane Safety Service at Hall Nissan Virginia Beach
Our team is ready to help you shield your car from hurricane damage. Contact us today to schedule a Nissan service visit and prepare your vehicle for an incoming storm.