Are you and your car prepared to drive in high winds?

When it comes to driving in high winds, it's not as simple as just hitting the highway. Driving in this precarious situation requires preparation both for you and for your car! Toyota of Clermont is here with a quick checklist to ensure that BOTH of you are ready to drive in high winds. Read on!

What auto service appointments should you make? 

So you want your car to be prepped for driving in high winds. Which auto service appointments should you be making at our Clermont Toyota dealership? Here are some you'll want to consider:

• Brake service. You want to be able to bring your car to a fast, safe stop at a moment's notice, so stay on top of routine brake service for your ride. 
• Steering system check. Is everything as it should be in your steering system? Our Clermont Toyota service techs can do a thorough inspection to ensure you have complete control over your car at all times, even when driving in high winds. 
• Tire inspection. You need tires that have enough tread to give you solid traction on the road, especially if you're driving in high winds combined with rain, snow, or sleet. Get routine tire rotations and balancing, and make sure our techs inspect your tires for wear and tear on a regular basis. 

And don't forget, every time you visit Toyota of Clermont for service our techs will conduct a multi-point inspection. This means a bumper-to-bumper check of your vehicle so they can spot any issues that might be developing.

How can you prepare yourself for driving in high winds? 

When driving in high winds, you need to exercise more caution than in normal weather conditions. Here are some Clermont Toyota tips for tackling the task:

• Put away all distractions. You need to focus on the road entirely, and you don't need a cell phone or breakfast sandwich taking your eyes off of the road or your hands off of the wheel. You also need to be ready for any debris that might blow into your path. 
• Follow the speed limit - it's easier to control your car's movements when you're going the prescribed speed limit. 
• Stay away from larger trucks. They have more surface area, so they're a lot more likely to be blown around in high winds and could be blown into your lane. 
• Speaking of which, keep an eye on ALL drivers around you who may be blown out of their lanes. You need to be able to react quickly to get out of their way should they be blown into your path.