Half Term holidays are almost here

Heavy snow is now falling in the European ski resorts! Great news if you're a skier...

Will you being heading off in your car for a Half Term ski trip?

If you are don't forget to check your car before you go.

A long high speed trip on the European motorway system puts a lot more strain on your car than the general day to day commute.

Small niggles that you can get away with on the commute can mushroom into a much bigger problem in a loaded car that is doing a long high speed journey.

Check all your tyres (spare as well if you have one), fluids, belts, wipers and brakes before you go. It is cheaper to fix these before you go than on the side of a motorway

Don't forget that the temperature in the mountains is significantly lower than back home so don't just check your washer and coolant fluid for levels, also check that it can withstand the cold.

To check you tyres see our tyre checking page on how to do it

To see the European winter tyre regulations see our European regulation page

So have a good time but be safe on your journey!