This is a sponsored post brought to you by State Farm®. All opinions below are my own.
I remember a couple of years ago, I was passing an automobile accident and was relieved that I wasn’t involved. A moment later, I ran over a piece of another car (from the accident) and found myself on the side of the road waiting for roadside assistance to tow me to a dealership to replace a tire. This happens way too often here in Ohio, but accidents happen. I’m glad I had roadside assistance to help me in my time of need but what about the people who don’t?
This program currently runs in 14 states including Ohio of course! To find more information about the State Farm Assist Patrol Program and see if it’s available in your state, visit their website: www.assistpatrol.com. You never know- you may need assistance while you’re out shopping this holiday season.
Don’t miss out on these safety quick tips from State Farm!
Beat the Heat. Inspect the radiator, pressure cap, belts, and hoses to make sure they are in good shape with no signs of blisters, cracks, or cuts in the rubber.
Hydrate Your Vehicle. Check fluid levels: brake, automatic transmission, power steering, windshield washer and coolant. Make sure each reservoir is full and if you see any sign of fluid leakage, take your vehicle in to be serviced.
Give Your Vehicle a Check-up:
- Check the air pressure in all tires, including the spare
- Make sure the wiper blades are functioning properly
- Check battery life and inspect batteries and battery cables
- Inspect brake pads and linings for wear; change the oil and filter according to manufacturer’s service interval specifications
- Test the headlights, brake lights, turn signals, emergency flashers and interior lights
Prepare an Emergency Roadside Kit:
- Jumper Cables
- Flashlight
- Emergency flat tire repair
- Hazard triangle, road flares, brightly colored distress sign, or “Help” or “Call Police” flag
- Screwdrivers and wrenches
- First aid kit
- Cell phone and charger
Thank you to the sponsorship by State Farm® on my site as well as my state. I’ve gotten the chance to see the trucks driving around helping out. As always, all opinions above are my own.