Winters Are Coming – Make Sure Your Used Truck Is Well Prepared

Winters are straight up ahead & you got to make sure that your trucks runs well day after day. So today we bring you the tips to take care of your used truck in winters:

Keep your trucks running at highway speed in extreme temperature so that it generates the required heat & power to keep the engine running.

Plug in the engine block heater on all diesel trucks every night - even when the temperature feels warm. The longer a truck sits, the more crucial it is to plug it on.

Avoid cold soaks. Cold soaks occur when the engine fluids and the steel of the engine block drop to medium temperatures. This happens when a vehicle sits for more than a day and it impacts starting and charging systems.

Base your fuel needs on your destination weather. Use winter weight fuel when driving north and consider fuel additives.

Check your tires often. Freezing temperatures can cause slippery driving conditions. Having correctly inflated tires in good condition will help prevent breakdowns and accidents.

Have drivers pre-trip their trucks daily. This should include inspecting their vehicle for frozen components like trailer doors, power cords, etc. If they have any safety, starting, fuel or heater defroster-related problems, drivers should complete a Driver’s Vehicle Condition Report so the issue can addressed immediately.

Always carry an emergency kit with you: extra gloves, boots and blankets; flares; a small shovel and sand or kitty litter; tire chains; a flashlight and extra batteries; and a cell phone and extra car charger. Put a few “high-energy” snacks in your glove box in case there is a situation of emergency. 

Winter truck maintenance tips exclusively brought to you by Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL) complete solution provider for the acquiring & disposal of used trucks in India.