Summer has returned and the open road is calling. Before you hop on the interstate, it’s important that your car is ready to keep you safe and comfortable. At HESCO Automotive & Performance Center, our local mechanics can complete auto maintenance in the greater Birmingham, AL area that will prepare your vehicle for your journey. 

Road Trip Auto Maintenance Tasks

While road trips are fun, they can become dangerous in certain situations. So you’ll want to make sure your car is ready to keep you as safe as possible. One important safety precaution is to get to the shop for braking system service. As part of this service, we’ll thoroughly inspect your braking system and make sure it isn’t posing any safety concerns. Also, we’ll lubricate parts and replace brake pads if needed. If we do find any serious brake problems, we’ll tell you what exactly needs to be done and provide you with an accurate estimate. Another important safety measure before you leave is to make sure your tires have healthy tread and are inflated to their specified psi. When tires are underinflated, there’s a greater risk of a blowout occurring. It’s also a good idea to change out old wiper blades so that you have safer visibility if a summertime thunderstorm starts dumping rain over the highway. And it’s smart to get your battery checked so that you know it’s not likely to suddenly die and leave you stuck in the middle of nowhere.

It’s also best to get maintenance done that helps to counteract the heat. For one, you should get to the shop for cooling system service if you’re due. Coolant should be exchanged at 30,000 miles. Driving with the right amount of unpolluted coolant will help to minimize the risk of overheating causing serious engine damage. This is particularly important during the summertime when high temperatures increase the risk of overheating. Another maintenance task to keep the heat in check is AC service. As part of AC service, we’ll inspect your AC system and make sure that all aspects are working efficiently and can be trusted to keep you nice and cool.

Auto Maintenance in Birmingham, AL

If you need auto maintenance in Birmingham before your road trip, contact HESCO Automotive & Performance Center at (205) 526-3796. At our local auto shop, we can expertly address your vehicle’s repair or maintenance needs. Feel free to give us a call today to make an appointment!