Car Care Tips from the Sailun Car Clinic And a Giveaway from PTPA & Sailun Tires! #SailunCarClinic

I was thrilled to be invited by PTPA to a car and tire clinic put on by Sailun Tires. As I headed out to my local Midas on a rainy Wednesday morning I wasn't sure  what to expect & I was also a little nervous because I really knew nothing about cars. This has always been my husband's domain. But I was ready to learn! And learn I did. I even learned how to change a tire and in the rain to boot!

But I also learned a lot about Sailun Tires. Now since we do own a set of these amazing tires you would think I would be extremely knowledgeable about them but until this car clinic I wasn't. Sailun Tires opened in 2001 & they sell 40 million tires annually in 50 different countries! They are priced to fit your budget but are an exceptional tire. They offer an industry leading warranty: your tires are replaced free of charge if in the first year you wear 25% of the tread. They are tested in North America against their competitors & of course Sailun comes out on top! They offer passenger, light truck and winter tires. So you can be sure they have a tire that is right for you & your family! Sailun also carefully selects the dealers that sell their tires, like Midas, so you can be sure you are buying from a reputable dealer.  They also have the coveted PTPA Seal of Approval! Check them out at www.sailuntire.ca and see exactly what they have to offer you.

So what else did I learn at the Sailun Car Clinic? Did you know that you can find your tire information right inside your own vehicle? It is usually located inside the door on the driver's side. This information is important when you are purchasing new tires because you must replace your existing tires with a tire of the same load index, diameter, speed rating & vehicle performance. A trusted Sailun tire dealer like Midas will be able to guide and advise you on which Sailun tires are right for your vehicle. 

How often do you check your air pressure in your tires? If you are like me, maybe twice a year. But what I learned is that we should be checking our air pressure weekly or monthly. Correct air pressure will prolong the life of your tires, save on fuel costs and you will have a much smoother ride in your vehicle.  Under inflation of only 5% psi can diminish the life of your tire by 25%!  And check your pressure BEFORE driving to ensure an accurate reading. So be sure you have a working digital tire pressure gauge.  Get out there & check it!

Some other important facts I learned:

• Replace your car's spare tire  or donut after 2 uses

• Check your coolant when your car is cold BUT check your transmission fluid when your car is hot

• Check your oil cap to find out what grade of oil your car requires

• Check washer fluid and coolant levels every 2 weeks

• You have a tire lock key that comes with your tires.  NEVER throw it out.  Leave it in your car because you will need it when you have to change a tire

• Keep a flat head screwdriver and a metal bar in your car with your tire jack.  These will come in handy when changing a tire

So after this very informative Sailun car care clinic I am happy to say I am much more comfortable with my car and should we need  to change a tire any time soon I will be ready to help! Or maybe even do it all by myself! 


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