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Is your car ready to roll after sitting for months?

Now that non-essential businesses are opening back up here in the Des Moines metro, you're probably ready to get back on the road yourself! If you haven’t driven your vehicle in a while, you might be surprised at what you’ll find when you get behind the wheel again.

What can happen to my car if it sits for a month or two?

Many things can happen to your vehicle if you let it sit for too long without driving it. Air can seep out of the tires, causing low tire pressure which will increase wear and tear and decrease the life of your tires. Car batteries recharge themselves when your vehicle is running, so if you haven’t driven your car in a while, chances are it may not start or could have become very weak. Even small rodents can decide to make a home under the hood while your vehicle was parked wreaking havoc and chewing up electrical wires.

What should I do to make sure my car is running smoothly?

Hilltop Tire Service is offering a courtesy safety inspection to all our valued customers. Your safety inspection will include:

- Battery Check
- Tire tread depth check
- Air pressured and adjusted as need in the tires
- Fluid level check and top-off
- Brake Inspection

Let the experts at Hilltop Tire Service get your vehicle ready to roll and stop by today for a FREE safety inspection. We are offering a safe, touchless auto experience, and you can rest assured your vehicle will be serviced with care and returned to you with all touchpoints thoroughly sanitized. Thank you for trusting us with your vehicle. We look forward to seeing you soon!