Best Car Accessories for Winter Weather
Three Upgrades That Will Come in Handy When Traveling for the Holidays
With the holidays coming at us full steam ahead, that means everyone is going to be traveling to meet up with friends and family. Normally, that wouldn’t be a cause for concern, but it seems like flights are getting unexpectedly cancelled more and more. In light of this, many travelers are considering a method of travel that doesn’t involve boarding passes, catching connecting flights, and sitting in a cramped seat for hours on end. We’re referring, of course, to driving.
The beauty of a good ol’ fashioned road trip is that you won’t have to worry about any of the traditional hassles of catching a plane. It also means you won’t have to rent a car or rely on Ubers once you reach your destination. The big question you need to ask yourself is: “Am I prepared to tackle long-distance winter driving?”
If you plan on visiting places that experience snowfall like Denver or Chicago, you need to be ready for whatever Mother Nature may throw your way. To get you ready for the road, here are the top three upgrades that come in handy during winter weather.
#1 – Car Remote Start
When it comes to dealing with winter weather, we can tell you one thing…the mornings are the absolute worst. Leaving your car out overnight means that it’ll need about 15 to 20 minutes for the engine to warm up and the windows to defrost. You could do this the hard way, which means bundling up in your winter attire to step into a freezing cold vehicle; or, you can do this the easy way, which is using car remote start.
This handy little device allows you to start your vehicle with the touch of a button. This means you can stay inside while your car goes through the slow process of warming up. And if you’re worried about someone driving off with your car – don’t. Car remote start keeps everything locked up and secure until you physically use your key to access the vehicle.
#2 – Bluetooth Car Stereo
As you’re probably already aware, California state law makes it illegal to talk on the phone while driving. Suffice it to say, many other states have the same law in place, which means the best way to avoid a ticket is by being hands-free. With a Bluetooth car stereo, you can keep your communications legal all while giving your car audio an elevation in performance and aesthetic. Bluetooth allows drivers to listen to their favorite streaming services like Pandora or Spotify by seamlessly pairing your smartphone with the in-dash unit. Car stereo installation is easy. Simply contact your local car audio pro at Car Stereo City for a full walkthrough on Bluetooth car stereo products and installation pricing and details.
#3 – Winter-Ready Tires
Living here in California, chances are, your vehicle is outfitted with a summer tire. Although that makes perfect sense in the golden state, those tires won’t bode well for winter weather driving. The first time you encounter ice, sleet, or snow, you’re going to be fishtailing all over the place. Our advice? Play it safe and temporarily switch over to an all-season tire. This is the type of tire that they use out in cities that have a true four seasons’ worth of weather. Granted, it’s a bit of an expense, but having the right tires ensures safe holiday travels. Additionally, you can continue to use them when you get back home. All season tires are tailor made to handle any type of weather and road conditions.
Get Your Automobile Ready for Winter Driving at Car Stereo City
If you’ve been searching for car audio near you or a place where you can get the latest in automobile accessories, Car Stereo City has everything you need to gear up for long-distance winter traveling. We have all varieties of car remote start kits, car stereos, and a wide selection of speakers, amps, and subwoofers.
Car Stereo City is conveniently located at 8252 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. in San Diego. You can either stop by our shop directly, contact us via our contact form, or call us at (858) 277-1823 to speak with a member of our team.