Winter Car Checks: What Should You Check Before Winter?
By Learn To Drive NowPublished 15 October 2026Updated 15 October 2026 1 min read
A practical checklist to get your car ready for cold weather.
Draft: tyres, pressure, tread (legal minimum 1.6mm), lights, battery, antifreeze, washer fluid, wipers, windscreen, brakes, emergency kit.
This guide gives general advice. Always check the latest GOV.UK/DVSA guidance for current rules and requirements.
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