Alfa Romeo vehicles are known for their reliability and standout safety, which makes them excellent vehicles for the sometimes challenging road conditions in Quebec.
Here are some tips to make sure your Alfa Romeo is ready for winter.
What you must do before the first snowfall
You can never be too prepared for winter, yet it is easy not to be prepared enough. To avoid this, here are some guidelines to get your Alfa Romeo ready for winter.
Install quality winter tires
This advice applies to all vehicles. It is always important to choose high-quality winter tires and have them installed before the first snowfall.
By law, winter tires must be installed by December 1. We recommend installing them a few weeks earlier to avoid unpleasant surprises.
Use freeze-resistant washer fluid
As soon as temperatures start to drop, it is important to switch from summer washer fluid to a product that is made to resist cold. In Quebec, this typically means washer fluid rated to at least -35 °C.
Check the brakes
Since this is one of the systems you will rely on most in winter, it is important to make sure your brakes are in good condition.
Check the brake fluid level. Have the brake pads and rotors inspected at the dealership to ensure your car is ready for more demanding road conditions.
Get familiar with Alfa Romeo driver assistance systems
One advantage of driving an Alfa Romeo is the range of driver assistance systems integrated into each vehicle.
Among them, the DNA system could become your best ally during the cold season. For many years, this drive mode selector has been standard on all Alfa Romeo vehicles.
For winter, the most relevant setting is “A” mode (All-Weather). This mode adapts driving behaviour for better stability and grip. It is ideal for tougher conditions like those encountered in winter.
While this system is among the most important to understand for getting through winter, we also recommend learning about the various driver assistance features in your vehicle. You could be pleasantly surprised by the effectiveness of your Alfa Romeo.
Do not hesitate to have your Alfa Romeo inspected
We recommend having your Alfa Romeo inspected before winter arrives. A complete inspection precisely assesses your vehicle’s condition and allows the necessary maintenance to be performed.
Prevention is better than cure, especially when you are about to face conditions as challenging as a Quebec winter.
For Alfa Romeo maintenance that follows the Italian manufacturer’s rigorous standards, stop by Des Sources Alfa Romeo, your Alfa Romeo dealer in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, on the island of Montreal.
