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    3 Ways You Can Make Your Car Safer To Drive

    Alex HessBy Alex HessApril 28, 20163 Comments3 Mins Read

    We all want to remain as safe as possible on the roads. Yet, so many motorists take so many risks – often without even being aware of doing so. Any good driver should be on the lookout for ways to improve their safety. There are, fortunately, many ways to achieve just that – and only some of them are to do with the actual driving.

    Most safety precautions you can take have much more to do with the vehicle itself than your driving style. Although we will touch upon safe driving in this article, we will mostly focus on how to make your car a safer ride. Some of these tips are common knowledge, while others are a little less known. Let’s dive in now and take a look.

    Check Fluids

    It is important that you check your car’s fluids, for a variety of reasons. The truth is, this is one of the most basic checks to carry out with any car. Yet, the number of people who forget about it is staggering. You should, in an ideal world, check your fluids every six weeks. Of course, if you can check them more frequently than that, then do so. The more, the better. Allowing either the oil or water to get low can cause huge damage to your car.

    Not only that, but it massively increases your risk of crashing the car. Don’t take the risk – stay on top of it, and check them regularly. This is much cheaper overall than having to take the car to the mechanic.

    Use The Right Parts

    This is an important point which is often glossed over. When it comes time to replace any parts in your car, it is vital that you use the correct ones. By ‘correct’, we simply mean that you stick to the make of the car. It can sometimes be difficult sourcing the right part, but it is always possible.

    What’s more, if you do so, it is usually cheaper than allowing the mechanic to find the parts for you. Often, all you need to do is find the right dealer. If you drive a Toyota, for example, then find a good toyota dealer to provide your parts. The right parts are much less likely to have any underlying issues.

    Take Basic Precautions

    There are also a number of basic precautions which all drivers should be taking at all times. Much of the time, drivers are prone to falling into bad habits in terms of their driving. We are all guilty of this to some extent. No matter, it is important to remember the essentials. Always ensure, for example, that your mirrors are properly aligned. This simple slip-up could mean all the difference when you are on the roads. It is also worth mentioning the importance of safe driving.

    Keeping a good distance between you and the car in front is just about the best safety tip for driving. Similarly, ensure that everyone in the car is always wearing their seatbelt. As the driver, it is your responsibility to check.

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