Winter car checklist

Cold weather finds weak spots in a car.

Before the first frost

• Battery: batteries over 4 years old often fail in the cold. Get it tested.
• Tyres: aim for 3 mm of tread and check pressures monthly.
• Antifreeze: check the coolant strength.
• Lights: clean and check every bulb.
• Wipers and screen wash: use a winter screen wash rated to at least minus 10.
• Emergency kit: scraper, de-icer, torch, blanket, phone charger.

Many member garages run free winter checks in the autumn. Look for winter offers near you.