Universal Technical Institute Helps Drivers Prepare for Winter with Essential Tips for Vehicle Safety
Universal Technical Institute shares essential winter vehicle maintenance and emergency preparedness tips ahead of the holiday travel season. UTI automotive instructor Bernard Thompson emphasizes the importance of winter preparations to reduce breakdown risks. Key recommendations include: battery testing, considering EV range limitations in cold weather, checking spare tire pressure, using winter tires below 45 degrees, maintaining proper fluid levels, and ensuring good visibility through proper lighting and wipers. UTI also recommends carrying an emergency kit with essential items like flashlights, jumper cables, thermal blankets, and basic tools.
Universal Technical Institute condivide consigli essenziali per la manutenzione del veicolo invernale e la preparazione alle emergenze in vista della stagione dei viaggi per le festività. Il docente automobilistico di UTI, Bernard Thompson, sottolinea l'importanza dei preparativi invernali per ridurre i rischi di guasto. Tra le raccomandazioni principali ci sono: testare la batteria, considerare le limitazioni dell'autonomia dei veicoli elettrici in climi freddi, controllare la pressione della ruota di scorta, utilizzare pneumatici invernali con temperature inferiori ai 45 gradi, mantenere i livelli corretti dei fluidi e assicurarsi una buona visibilità tramite un'illuminazione adeguata e tergicristalli in buone condizioni. UTI consiglia inoltre di portare un kit di emergenza contenente articoli essenziali come torce, cavi per avviamento, coperte termiche e strumenti di base.
Universal Technical Institute comparte consejos esenciales sobre el mantenimiento de vehículos en invierno y la preparación para emergencias de cara a la temporada de viajes por las festividades. Bernard Thompson, instructor de automóviles de UTI, enfatiza la importancia de los preparativos para el invierno para reducir los riesgos de averías. Las recomendaciones clave incluyen: probar la batería, considerar las limitaciones de autonomía de los vehículos eléctricos en tiempo frío, verificar la presión de la llanta de repuesto, usar llantas de invierno por debajo de 45 grados, mantener los niveles adecuados de fluidos y asegurar una buena visibilidad a través de una iluminación adecuada y limpiaparabrisas en buen estado. UTI también recomienda llevar un kit de emergencia con artículos esenciales como linternas, cables de arranque, mantas térmicas y herramientas básicas.
유니버설 기술 대학(Universal Technical Institute)은 휴가 여행 시즌을 앞두고 필수적인 겨울 차량 유지보수 및 비상 대비 팁을 공유합니다. UTI 자동차 강사인 버나드 톰슨(Bernard Thompson)은 고장 위험을 줄이기 위한 겨울 준비의 중요성을 강조합니다. 주요 추천 사항에는 배터리 검사, 추운 날씨에 전기차의 주행 가능 거리 제한 고려, 스페어 타이어 압력 확인, 45도 이하에서 겨울용 타이어 사용, 적절한 유체 수준 유지, 그리고 적절한 조명과 와이퍼를 통한 좋은 시야 확보가 포함됩니다. UTI는 또한 손전등, 점프 케이블, 보온 담요, 기본 도구와 같은 필수 아이템이 포함된 비상 키트를 소지할 것을 권장합니다.
L'Institut Technique Universel partage des conseils essentiels pour l'entretien des véhicules en hiver et la préparation aux urgences avant la saison des voyages de vacances. Bernard Thompson, instructeur de mécanique automobile chez UTI, souligne l'importance des préparatifs d'hiver pour réduire les risques de pannes. Les recommandations clés incluent : tester la batterie, tenir compte des limites d'autonomie des véhicules électriques par temps froid, vérifier la pression de la roue de secours, utiliser des pneus d'hiver en dessous de 45 degrés, maintenir des niveaux de fluides appropriés et garantir une bonne visibilité grâce à un éclairage et des essuie-glaces adéquats. UTI recommande également d'emporter un kit d'urgence avec des articles essentiels tels que des lampes de poche, des câbles de démarrage, des couvertures thermiques et des outils de base.
Die Universal Technical Institute teilt wesentliche Tipps zur Wartung von Fahrzeugen im Winter und zur Notfallvorbereitung vor der Reisewelle zur Feiertagszeit. UTI-Automobildozent Bernard Thompson hebt die Bedeutung der Wintervorbereitungen hervor, um das Risiko von Pannen zu verringern. Zu den wichtigsten Empfehlungen gehören: Testen der Batterie, Berücksichtigung der Reichweitenbeschränkungen von Elektrofahrzeugen bei kaltem Wetter, Überprüfen des Reifendrucks des Ersatzrads, Verwendung von Winterreifen bei Temperaturen unter 45 Grad, Aufrechterhaltung der richtigen Flüssigkeitsstände und Sicherstellung einer guten Sicht durch angemessene Beleuchtung und Wischer. UTI empfiehlt auch, einen Notfallkit mit wichtigen Gegenständen wie Taschenlampen, Starthilfekabeln, Wärmedecken und grundlegenden Werkzeugen mitzuführen.
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"Winter weather presents unique challenges for vehicles and drivers," said automotive instructor Bernard Thompson from UTI-Lisle outside Chicago. "Thanksgiving travel is just around the corner, and with a few simple precautions, motorists can help reduce the risk of winter breakdowns and ensure they've prepared for roadside emergencies."
Winter Vehicle Recommendations
- Check the Battery: Cold weather strains weak batteries, increasing the likelihood of a breakdown. Have your battery tested before winter hits, and replace it if needed.
- Cold Weather Lessons EV Range. Take this into account when planning a long drive.
- Check your Spare Tire: Make sure the spare tire has air.
- Use Winter Tires: For temperatures below 45 degrees, winter tires can significantly improve traction and stability. Ensure all tires have at least 3/32 tread depth or as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Maintain Fluid Levels: Keep the fuel tank at least half-full to prevent fuel line freeze-up. Use winter-rated windshield washer fluid and maintain a 50/50 coolant-to-water mix in the radiator to protect the engine.
- Check Lights and Visibility: Dim or foggy lights can reduce visibility. Check all lights, replace bulbs as needed, and install fresh wiper blades to handle snow and ice buildup. Scrape ice build-up off headlights in addition to the windshield before driving.
Winter Emergency Kit Essentials: For added safety, UTI recommends that drivers carry an emergency kit in their vehicles, including items such as:
- Flashlight, map, phone charger, and jumper cables
- Emergency flares, reflective vest, or triangles
- Ice scraper, snow brush, and a small shovel
- Thermal blanket, gloves, hats, coats, and water-resistant shoes
- Bottled water, non-perishable food, and basic tool and first aid kits
About Universal Technical Institute, Inc.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) was founded in 1965 and is a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades, and healthcare education programs whose mission is to serve students, partners, and communities by providing quality education and support services for in-demand careers across a number of highly skilled fields. Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is comprised of two divisions: the UTI division and Concorde Career Colleges. The UTI division operates 16 campuses located in nine states and offers a wide range of transportation and skilled trades technical training programs under brands such as UTI, MIAT College of Technology, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Marine Mechanics Institute and NASCAR Technical Institute. Concorde operates across 17 campuses in eight states and online, offering programs in the allied health, dental, nursing, patient care and diagnostic fields. For more information, visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu, or visit us on LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career Colleges or on X (formerly Twitter) @news_UTI or @ConcordeCareer.
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