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Spring ushers in warmer weather, better road conditions, and bright sunshine that lights the way for exploring. It's the perfect time for backroads tours, spontaneous road trips, and other adventures. At Dallas Collision Center, we want to help Dallas locals enjoy optimum levels of safety during their spring travels. That's why we're sharing two spring car care tips to keep autos running smoothly.

Have Your Engine Air Filter Changed

During your next oil change service, have your engine air filter changed. 

Pay attention to the type and octane rating of gasoline you place into your vehicle for optimal fuel economy. Consult your owner's manual for the specific recommendation for power and efficiency levels; using an octane grade that is too low can cause a reduction in engine performance as well as lessened fuel consumption. Make sure you always use the recommended gasoline specified by your manufacturer!

Ensure that your tires are inflated to the correct pressure for optimal performance! 

When you turn the key of your vehicle, the battery provides power to the starter to help the engine turn over. So, without your battery, your journeys around Dallas could never begin. That's why Dallas Collision Center is proud to offer car battery maintenance and replacement services to ensure all of your journeys begin on time.

Battery service involves making sure the battery itself and its associated accessories are all in good working order. A loose or corroded connection could prevent your vehicle from starting or could even cause a fire in extreme circumstances. 

Properly inflated tires are essential to staying safe while you're driving in Dallas. Fortunately, most vehicles are equipped with sensors that can detect when one or more tires have low air pressure. Although this system sounds simple, it can still be a bit of a mystery when your tire pressure light turns on. To better understand this light, check out this basic guide from your friends at Dallas Collision Center.

If your tire pressure light comes on when you first turn on your vehicle, you may not have a reason for concern. When your tires get cold, the pressure…

If you're lucky, you may not find yourself in a situation where you need a jump start. Unfortunately, most people will need a jump start at least once in their life. In these situations, it's important to be prepared. Read on for a step-by-step guide on how to jump start another car. 

6 Steps to Jump Start a Car

1. Park: Park the vehicles close to one another. Be sure that both vehicles are off.
2. Prep: Pop both hoods and locate the batteries. Grab your jumper cables and make sure they are untangled. 
3. Attach: Hook the (+) clamp to the…

The world has changed so much for teenagers today. This is especially true when it comes to finding the perfect first car for a teenager. Following a few rules will help you locate the right car for your teenager in no time.

The first step in finding your teen his/her first car would be to talk to your teen. Find out their favorite color and what special features they would desire within a car. Look for vehicles with active safety features to help prevent accidents, and with high crash safety ratings in case of the worst. Avoid "fun" cars…

Reducing distracted driving is every driver's responsibility. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving claimed 3,142 lives in 2020, and Dallas Collision Center wants drivers to stay safe.

Distracted driving is caused by diverting your attention with behaviors such as texting on your phone, eating, drinking, or adjusting the radio or navigation system while driving. It can also occur by having conversations with passengers.

Texting should never occur while driving. Instead of making a rule that 

Learning how to install a child car seat is the key to keeping your little one safe on the road. Whether you lost the original instructions or bought a child seat that didn't include them, you will follow the same steps. Start with the base, which supports the seat. Place the base behind the driver's side or passenger's side in the backseat. Move the seat belt through the latch, making sure that is is smooth and doesn't have any twists or kinks. You can then shut the buckle and lock the belt. Some car seats now…

When you drive around during the winter, you need to be ready for anything. Among other things, this means having a good survival kit that should at least include the following items:

• LED Flashlights: Try to have a least a couple of these on hand at all times. Stock some extra batteries as well.
• Jumper Cables: You should always keep a pair of jumper cables in your car, even during the spring and summer. Take some time to learn how to jump a car battery if you don't already know how.
• A Blanket and a Change of Clothes: While…

Here is a safety checklist to help with your next road trip.

• Plan out ideal locations to stop if you have multiple people scheduled to drive. You will need planned places to stop, so you can swap places, get food, and take a bathroom break.
• Assemble an emergency kit and add items that can help during an emergency. These include blankets, a tool kit, bottled water, nonperishable snacks, flashlights, jumper cables, road flares, and playing cards.
• When traveling with kids, you can keep them calmer and occupied with books, tablets, small toys, healthy snacks, juice boxes, and more.
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