PHOENIX, Nov. 19,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As winter weather begins
across the United States and the
Holiday travel season kicks off, Universal
Technical Institute, the transportation, skilled trades, and
energy education division of Universal
Technical Institute, Inc., is sharing several winter vehicle
maintenance and emergency preparedness recommendations.
"Winter weather presents unique challenges for vehicles and
drivers," said automotive instructor Bernard Thompson from UTI-Lisle outside
Chicago. "Thanksgiving travel is just around the corner, and
with a few simple precautions, motorists can help reduce the risk
of winter breakdowns and ensure they've prepared for roadside
emergencies."
Winter Vehicle Recommendations
- Check the Battery: Cold weather strains weak batteries,
increasing the likelihood of a breakdown. Have your battery tested
before winter hits, and replace it if needed.
- Cold Weather Lessons EV Range. Take this into account
when planning a long drive.
- Check your Spare Tire: Make sure the spare tire has
air.
- Use Winter Tires: For temperatures below 45 degrees,
winter tires can significantly improve traction and stability.
Ensure all tires have at least 3/32 tread depth or as recommended
by the manufacturer.
- Maintain Fluid Levels: Keep the fuel tank at least
half-full to prevent fuel line freeze-up. Use winter-rated
windshield washer fluid and maintain a 50/50 coolant-to-water mix
in the radiator to protect the engine.
- Check Lights and Visibility: Dim or foggy lights can
reduce visibility. Check all lights, replace bulbs as needed, and
install fresh wiper blades to handle snow and ice buildup.
Scrape ice build-up off headlights in addition to the
windshield before driving.
Winter Emergency Kit Essentials: For added safety,
UTI recommends that drivers carry an emergency kit in their
vehicles, including items such as:
- Flashlight, map, phone charger, and jumper cables
- Emergency flares, reflective vest, or triangles
- Ice scraper, snow brush, and a small shovel
- Thermal blanket, gloves, hats, coats, and water-resistant
shoes
- Bottled water, non-perishable food, and basic tool and first
aid kits
About Universal Technical
Institute, Inc.
Universal
Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) was founded in 1965
and is a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation,
skilled trades, and healthcare education programs whose mission is
to serve students, partners, and communities by providing quality
education and support services for in-demand careers across a
number of highly skilled fields. Universal Technical
Institute, Inc. is comprised of two divisions: the UTI
division and Concorde Career Colleges. The UTI
division operates 16 campuses located in nine states and
offers a wide range of transportation and skilled trades technical
training programs under brands such as UTI, MIAT College of
Technology, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Marine Mechanics
Institute and NASCAR Technical Institute. Concorde operates across
17 campuses in eight states and online, offering programs in the
allied health, dental, nursing, patient care and diagnostic fields.
For more information,
visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu, or visit us
on LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career
Colleges or on X (formerly Twitter) @news_UTI or
@ConcordeCareer.
Media Contact:
Alanna
Vitucci
avitucci@uti.edu
480-710-6843
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