Brownshore motors know there’s nothing better than a summer drive – windows wound down, breeze in your face, the sun on your forearms – bliss.

But we also know that sunny days bring carefree and careless driving!  Therefore in today’s car blog post, we’ll be giving your our 10 safe summer driving tips.

1. Take supplies

Long drives may seem fun but be sure to take water, snacks and extra medication.  What happens if you break down in the middle of nowhere?

2. Keep kiddies entertained

It’s easy to become distracted with ‘are we there?’ moans. And this is the easiest way of taking your mind and eyes off the road.  Therefore be sure to take games, iPads and anything to keep them entertained.

3. Know how to handle over heated engines

It’s a problem for older cars mainly. A little tip we know of is to turn your heater on full blast (keep your windows open) and this will cool the engine down.

4. Have a rest before and during
5. Driving in the heat and on long drives can take it out of you. Be sure to have plenty of rest before hand and during your drive. Get one of the satnavs that informs you of rest stops and take them!

6. Always bring a spare tyre

If you’re a long way from home, a spare tyre could come in very useful!

7. Watch out for hay fever?

Sneezing at 70mph means you could lose your vision for up to 100metres – which is a lot!  Ensure to take hay fever tablets that don’t cause drowsiness and if it’s really bad get someone else to drive. Other things like keeping windows shut, vacuuming the car and slowing down if you’re about to sneeze will help.

8. Watch out for tractors

If you’re driving out in the countryside – watch out for tractors. Don’t become frustrated because they drive slow, the drive slow for a reason.  A lot of farmers wear ear defenders so it means they can’t hear you approaching. Always take extra caution if over taking and watch out if you’re following them because they don’t have to indicate (nor have lights to show indication!)

9. Reduce Glare

We all know the feeling when we’ve got sun in our eyes and it’s not nice especially when you’re driving. Always keep a spare of easily accessible sun glasses to hand.

10. Look after your windscreen

Hot weather can cause windscreens to go dusty which will impact on the visibility. Clean it regularly and replace window wiper blades that are damaged.

11. Watch out for the outdoor types

Amazing weather means more people out cycling, running and horse riding. Concentration is paramount and an increased sense of awareness. Remember drive around cyclists not at them and drive slowly behind horses.

These have been our 10 safe summer driving tips – can you think of anymore?

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Why choose Brownshore Motors, Midlands?

Our garage adheres to the Bosch car service code of practice, ensuring that our customers receive the best level of care and attention that is demanded. By choosing us means that we have a high and strict code of conduct and service.

Why have an MOT?

An MOT is required by law before you’re allowed to drive any vehicle.  Any kind of vehicle must have an MOT to ensure it is safe on the road.  If you decided to leave your MOT renewal to the last minute then that’s fine, but remember it has to be done before the expiry date of your certificate.

It’s just to ensure that your vehicle is not a risk to you, your passengers or other road users!

What to expect from an MOT

There’s two outcomes from an MOT- a pass or a fail. Sometimes parts will need replacing, or your vehicle needs a tweak. If your car is over 3 years old, then It will need an MOT. Once it’s been performed by us, we’ll give you a certificate to show its passed.

Need a service?

Our team have a wealth of experience as they’ve  worked with some of the top brands of vehicles. This means we’ve extensive knowledge and can provide our top class skills to every job that we undertake.

We offer a full range of servicing to both cars and light commercial vehicles. We work in a fully equipped environment using the latest and of most competent technology to help us work  with complex and general issues.

What to do next?

Go to the contact section of our site, and email, ring or drop in. Alternatively you can request a call back too!

See you soon.

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What are the benefits of a Bosch car service?

Bosch provide us with the best training so that we can undergo some of the most complex jobs. It also means that we’ve a range of knowledge and wealth of expertise to apply to any task. Obviously the tools of our trade is also a very important aspect, so we are equipped with modern diagnostic technology to pinpoint faults and issues.

Approved

Our garage and those that work within in it, have been trained to the high standards of Bosch. Being approved to under go Bosch car services means that we adhere to the strictest of rules and regulations that have been approved by the Trading Standards Institute. Meaning that you’re in safe hands!

High quality

Bosch did a survey to find out if customers where happy with the standards of a  Bosch car service that they’d received. The results were high.

Customers said that :

99.2% they had received polite phone calls.

92% got their car back at the original agreed time.

99.6% would have a Bosch car service again

As you can see the stats are a clear sign!

Brownshore Motors, Wolverhampton are more than happy in answering  any more questions that you have about a Bosch car service.  Please go to the contact page, or request a  call back and we’ll be in touch with more information.

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