Montana Drivers – It’s Almost THAT Time of the Year

There was a time when I was able to work on my personal vehicle.  Changing things like the oil, gapping points and plugs or putting new brakes in old school drums.  Even mods, like manifolds, headers and more were pretty common in my garage back when.

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But as technology has taken over, most of those tasks are now relegated to my mechanic at the dealership rather than myself.  I mean, who really has 30 minutes' worth of time to just change an air filter in a car?

As fall arrives, no matter your mechanical ability, there are things we can do to prepare our vehicle for the upcoming colder weather and winter fun(?).

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Montana Drivers - It's Almost THAT Time of the Year

October is the official "Fall Car Care Month" and having your rig ready to roll into the fall and winter is a must living and driving in Montana inclement weather.  Simple checks can keep major problems from keeping you safe on roads and highways.

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Whether you've grown up in Montana or are just getting your first experience of Big Sky Country, these tips from the Car Care Council are can't miss ways to save yourself a ton of worry and probably money in the long run.

Start with the Easy Things First, Then Tackle Any Larger Problems

Even if tearing apart your father-in-law's prized possession in your garage isn't in your wheelhouse, there are things that can be handled by any novice vehicle owner.  Wiper blades, washer fluid and even tire tread depth can all be handled in the driveway at home.

With the help of the Car Care Council, we've gathered up some of the easiest and most common ways to help you get prepared for the nastiness that Montana can muster during those cold, wintry days until Spring arrives once more.

Check our gallery below for all the tips to help. 👇