| Helping your car/SUV last for years It's better to be prepared to face a problem head-on in advance,
than to deal with it when it comes up unexpectedly. This is especially true when it comes
to driving. You depend so much on your car in your daily life that any mechanical
breakdown or problem is a serious setback in your schedule. And of course, there's always
the issue of your physical safety on the road. That's why Frisby Tire stresses the
importance of preventive maintenance for your car – to minimize future issues and
keep your driving experience as consistently worry-free as possible.
Regular maintenance
At Frisby Tire, we recommend an oil change every
three months or 5,000 kilometres for most vehicles, as well as a tire rotation every six
months or 10,000 kilometres. You should also have your brakes, alignment and wheel balance
inspected annually. Other regular maintenance we recommend on a less frequent (but equally
important) basis includes engine tune-ups as well as checkups on your car's cooling
system, transmission and timing belt. Click here to see a schedule of recommended maintenance.
Getting you ready for the Ottawa
winter
Ottawa winters can be extreme – on you and on
your car. And one of the products that we specialize in is winter tires. Every autumn, we
provide you with a large inventory of snow tires to choose from. As Ottawa is Canada's
third-biggest market for winter tires, we are always ready to provide this essential
service every year. In addition to special tires, we also recommend checking your battery
when winter approaches, since a battery's output decreases as the outside temperature
drops. You should replace the battery if you have difficulty starting your car,
particularly in cold weather.
Our Seasonal Car Care Packages
To help our customers keep their cars in top shape, Frisby Tire has set up Seasonal Car
Care Packages which vary per each customer's needs. We provide a maintenance schedule for
changing weather and severe driving conditions. Through these services, our customers know
that we always have their best interests in mind when it comes to their finances and
safety. To receive seasonal-maintenance reminders, click here.
With or without a schedule, we recommend that you always "listen" to your car
for warning signs. Pay attention to noises, faulty lights or other performance changes; if
they occur, contact the nearest Frisby Tire location to
schedule an appointment. And always get a general inspection, oil change and check air
pressure) before embarking on a lengthy road trip. Once you've had tires replaced or
brakes fixed, you notice the difference when you're back on the road.
Today's high-tech automobiles can accumulate many
kilometres with little evidence of wear and tear, so that motorists never think to look
under the hood while their vehicle is running well. But preventive maintenance is a
valuable investment, increasing fuel efficiency and saving the expense of emergency repair
service and towing charges.
To schedule an appointment, please contact one of our locations near you.
To get a quote on tires, please click here.
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