Bonners Ferry Local Guide including all of Boundary County Idaho

AAA offers tips for motorists stuck in the snow

Monday, November 27, 2006; KBCI

Severe winter weather can make driving a challenge for even the most experienced drivers. Extreme cold temperatures make vehicles more likely to breakdown if proper maintenance has not been performed, and heavy snow falls and icy road conditions can cause vehicles to slide off the road and become stuck in the snow. This winter, AAA expects more than 100,000 stranded motorists to call for roadside assistance for vehicle extrication services. Performing proper vehicle maintenance and good trip planning could keep you from becoming one of these statistics, says Earl Baker, AAA Oregon Approved Auto Repair Program coordinator. Prevention is key to avoiding vehicle breakdowns, and now is the perfect time to have a certified technician at a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility inspect your vehicles ignition system, antifreeze, lights, exhaust, heater/defroster, brakes, tires, windshield wipers and washer fluid, as well as change the engine oil and filter, adds Baker. - Full Story