About to head off for Christmas?

Christmas is just around the corner, but before you even thinking about packing that suitcase the first thing you really should be doing is calling your mobile mechanic to book in a service!  

How many times have we heard about families who finally head away on that much anticipated family road trip only to end up stuck in some tiny country town because their car broke down and it will take a week to get the parts in. It’s the stuff of Chevy Chase movies.  

A longer drive certainly puts more strain on your car’s mechanics, especially in our hot, hot summers. Problems that might not have been obvious as you zipped around town can soon become big issues when you’re out cruising highways at high speeds.

Oh and if you haven’t had a service for a while – now is definitely the time. No one wants a blown-out tyre, dead battery or fried radiator over Christmas.

“TIMRA Mechanical is urging our customers to be prepared to avoid any major disasters on the road this Christmas. ”
— Zach Armit

Even better, if you book a mobile mechanic, you can be packing your bags for your big adventure while listening to Christmas carols inside while they prepare your car outside.  

So, what should your mechanic cover off in a pre-trip check?  

  1. Tyre pressure 

  1. Suspension  

  1. Brake fluid 

  1. Coolant 

  1. Windscreen washer fluid  

  1. Wipers  

  1. Engine oil level and colour  

  1. Battery 

  1. All lights and indicators are working  

  1. Overall drivability  

Safe travels and Merry Christmas, from the TIMRA Mechanical team.  

Zachiary Armit