With the Spring weather, comes rain. I love Spring showers, but not so much driving in the rain. It doesn’t have to be bad driving in the rain, with the right wiper blades. We travel a lot so when I was offered the chance to replace my wiper blades, I took the well needed opportunity. My Rain-X Car Care Kit came with a set of Rain-X® Latitude™ Wiper Blades specific for my van, a bottle of Rain-X® Weatherbeater® 2-in-1 Glass Cleaner & Rain Repellant, and a bottle of new Rain-X® X-treme Clean. Hubby put them on and I was very excited when we were able to try these out in travel. This set is amazing!
Rain-X and Jody DeVere, the President of the Women’s Automotive Association International and CEO of the auto-advice site AskPatty.com suggests using Groundhog Day as an annual reminder for you to change your wiper blades. Clear visibility while driving is extremely important and can improve reaction times in poor weather conditions. In fact, according to a report released in June 2008 by sciencedaily.com, nearly a quarter of all automobile accidents occur in rainy and wet weather so making sure you have properly working wiper blades is important to help avoid accidents in poor weather conditions. By routinely checking your wiper blades and performing safety checks on your car you can help increase your safety while driving during inclement weather.
• Conduct a regular walk around checking your lights, antifreeze, windshield washer fluid and wiper blades regularly
• Ensure your tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread
• As the temperature drops keep your gas tank at least half full; the extra gas reduces condensation that can plug your fuel line with ice and stall your engine in cooler weather
• Create an emergency pack; items like a blanket, first aid kit, snacks, bottled water, an ice scraper, flashlight and a bag of kitty litter.
I was able to ask a few questions to Jody DeVere in regards to preparing your car and here is what she had to say:
I live in the Midwest, what suggestions do you have for helping winterize our cars and keep them safe?
A – Antifreeze: Make sure you have the right amount of antifreeze/coolant in your engine. Checking the level of antifreeze is as easy as lifting your car’s hood and looking to see if the fluid level in your antifreeze/coolant reservoir is at the indicator line. If your system is visibly low, take a few minutes to top off using a reliable, universal coolant .B – Battery: The lifespan of a battery is about three years; however, harsh winter weather can cut a battery’s life in half. There are no strong warning signs to alert you that your battery is going to quit. Having it checked during an oil change can make all the difference in the world, and it’s so simple. No one wants to be stranded with a dead battery in the freezing cold!C – Check Your Windshield Wipers for wear and tear. Be sure to look for cracked rubber, or to see if the wiper has a curve to it. No need for a mechanic in this case; simply lift the blades away from the windshield and inspect them. I use RainX Wiper Blades, they are easy to install and provides tremendous clean wiping in all types of weather. http://www.rainx.com/D – De-ice: Add de-icing windshield wiper fluid to help with visibility in bad weather. Adding de-icing fluid is so easy, you can fill your washer fluid in a garage, parking lot, or just about anywhere. RainX Windshield Wash wiper fluid both de-bugs and de-ices, eliminating the need to change products when winter arrives! http://www.rainx.com/
E – Engine: Check your engine oil regularly. This is a quick task that can help your car run smoothly. Just remove the dipstick from the engine while you’re filling your tank or topping off other fluids. All you need is a paper towel to clean off your hands when you are finished! If the oil pressure gauge indicates extremely low oil pressure, take your vehicle in immediately as this can lead to engine failure or take it to an AskPatty Certified Female Friendly dealer, Jiffy Lube or other ASE certified auto repair center. www.askpatty.com www.jiffylube.comF – Fill Your Tires. Having the appropriate pressure in tires is important in winter months; low tire pressure can hurt numerous parts of your car and lead to poor alignment. Checking tire pressure alerts you to possible leaks that could lead to tire blow outs. Having a tire gauge is very inexpensive and easy to keep in your glove box. This is just like checking the tires on your bike, except you don’t have to do the pumping. One more reason to check the tire pressure…having full and balanced tires can save 2-3 miles per gallon of gas, that’s extra money for you!G – Gas. Your gas tank should never be less than half-full. Anything less than this can lead to the gas lines freezing in your vehicle. Make sure you gas cap is on tight; this can also result in your gas lines freezing.
Finally: Create an emergency pack of items such as a blanket, a first aid kit, snacks, bottled water, an ice scraper, a flashlight and a bag of kitty litter, and keep it in your vehicle. Such items can be critical during roadside emergencies in heavy rain or snow storms.
Is there a special/specific oil that is better used in the colder months?
Yes, synthetic oil is best for very cold weather: It flows easier in cold weather, therefore no loss of prime when the oil is cold. Also, it is highly resistant to viscosity breakdown (the ability of the oil to flow easily in all temps) from heat, friction, chemical contaminants.· I have to ask this because we just had a chip fixed on my windshield, but is it true that a small knick in the windshield can spread and possibly cause your windshield to shatter?Tempered glass breaks down into small bits like sugar particles. Laminated glass is safer as it is made up of two sheets of glass with an interlayer of Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB), which prevents it from breaking into small particles. This makes it much safer in the event of an accident because the windshield might crack but the vision of the driver will not be disturbed, allowing a convenient onward journey. Only a laminated windshield is safe, as it does not shatter on impact. Call the dealership where you purchased your vehicle and ask them if you have tempered or a laminated windshield.
Are you in need of replacing your wiper blades and preparing your car for the Spring Showers and driving?
I have one Rain-X Car Care Kit to give away!
HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO!
- Post to me about how you go about preparing your vehicle for travel and how this kit can help you!
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- ONE (1) winner will receive a Rain-X Car Care Kit that comes with a set of Rain-X® Latitude™ Wiper Blades specific for your vehicle, a bottle of Rain-X® Weatherbeater® 2-in-1 Glass Cleaner & Rain Repellant, and a bottle of new Rain-X® X-treme Clean
- Winner will be contacted via Email. If no response in 2 days, another winner will be drawn
Contest will end on March 30, 2009 at midnight; central time
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This would help so much with our long trips in the spring time rainy season. I’m scared to death of rain and I have used rain-X before and have seen it’s wonders work. Usually we just go and get new wiper blades after getting hit by the winter snow season and just deal with that. Along with new oil and a tune up, and car wash of corse!
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I prepare for my trip by having my hubby check the car completely. He’s done mechanics with his father since he was a toddler so he can fix about anything. He checks the oils, liquids, filters, etc and makes sure we’re safe to go!
I could certainly use this kit because it actually rained yesterday for the first time in months and I realized my blades were dull. This would come in handy for sure!!
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To prepare for a road trip I always have my oil changed and have all of the fluids checked. I also check the wiper blades and the tire pressure. I would love to win this package because it would help keep our driving vision perfect in a rainy situtation.
wow, i’m afraid we don’t do any preperation. fill the gastank?
Before we travel, we take the van in for service. Then we vacuum the inside and clean all the windows. This kit can help us make sure the windows are very clean and also that we are prepared in case it rains.
Tire pressure, Oil Check and Fluid …
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I’m actually not very good about preparing my car for travel
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Typically, I fill up the gas tank and check the tire pressure.
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i discovered rainx a year ago will on a road trip and my girlfriends wipers stopped working and it was pouring rain we couldnt see a thing we stopped and got some of this which she swore by , we drove with no wipers and you coudlnt tell, the rain just didnt stay on the windows , it was amazing , i tell everyone about it would love to win this
We have a list of preperatory things on our computer, and we print them out and use them to check the vehicle before leaving. The Rain-X Car Care Kit would help us carry out this list. Thanks.
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I take the car to my local service station and have them check it out and then fill it up.
i check my tire pressure before I take a long road trip…i usually check my wipers too, they’re important!
When we travel, my husband checks all the fluids, makes sure the air is at the proper pressure in the tires, cleans out the car and the windows, checks the wiper blades and makes sure we have water in the car. This kit would help us out so much! My husband just told me yesterday that he would love to try these wiper blades!
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In Texas, we make sure there is plenty of WATER in the car. I always think about the oil and gas and freon, but never water! Overheating a car once will make you always remember to put plenty of water in your car before a long trip!
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I get my oil changed and fluids checked before a trip. These wiperblades would come in very handing during spring driving trips. You never know what type of weather you will encounter.
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I normally just change the oil, check the tires and add some air if needed, clean the car both inside and out. I could really use this kit. I love the Rain-X Rain Repellant, the water just beads right off the windows and you barely even need to use your wipers. I’d love to try the new Rain-X® X-treme Clean.
Thanks for the great giveaway.
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Everytime we go on a trip my Fiance always checks everythings and he has to ahve a car kit just in case something goes wrong. This prize would be great to add to his kit.
wow great giveaway !! we check oil & the air in the Tires !
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hubby is a police officer/volunteer EMT so I leave this to him. I know we keep emergency car and medical kits in the trunk, but past that I don’t know what he does!
We take the car in for basic service, oil change and check all fluids…then we make sure we load up the car with necessities depending on the weather…blankets, cooler full of waters, drinks, and snacks, lots of paper towels…of course lots of baby wipes, diapers, extra clothes for the baby…and plastic bags for any trash, soiled clothes, etc.etc…
I carry a blanket, bottled water, and I always have a floor jack. Those crank jacks that come with the car never work like they should.
Usually my husband prepares the van by taking it in and getting it checked out by a mechanic, having the oil changed, checking the tires, and a car wash. This would really come in handy since we are planning several trips this year to visit family.
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We travel through the mountains alot…and never think of prepping the wipers before hand. I love Rain X, keeps my windshield clear
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I have the oil changed, fluid levels checked, tires and depending on the time of year make sure the air or heat is working. In the summer time I like to freeze grapes and bottle flavored teas ahead of time to take on the trip. In the winter thermos’s of hot chocolate or coffee. Usually some kind of crackers, cookies or snacks as well. Again depending on the trip maybe a pillow, blanket and a good book. Oh I almost forgot the most important thing. Tunes!!! An assortment of CD’s for the road. I’ve just realized most of what I’ve said here has nothing to do with my vehicle, except making it more comfortable, but I’m going to leave it anyway. Good luck all!!!
I sure could use this prize. I got new wipers, but they don’t work all that well. Thanks for the contest.
My husband changes the oil, checks the tires, and fills up. We could use this because we need to wipers.
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Don’t do much to prepare for travel except put gas in the tank and add a water bottle to drink and my sunglasses
We generally check the tire pressure, and the oil. And of course make sure we have a full tank of gas. Thanks for the giveaway.
my husband always checks out the car thoroughly before we leave on a trip. Those Rain- blades sound great.
When we go on a long trip, we have the oil changed, rotate and balance the tires, and get new ones if necessary. Fill up with gas and go! Thank you!
I check my fuilds, Wipers and tires. Fill up with a full tank of gas.
When I get ready for a long car trip I make sure that I’ve had a recent oil change, check the tire pressure, gas up, and stock the car with a few essentials, like a blanket, bottled water, extra snacks, and I never leave home without my AAA membership card!
Before we travel a large distance, I clean the windows inside the car, because they get a cloudy film that makes it harder to see at night, and I want to make sure we can see clearly, because I wouldn’t want to have a wreck from clouded windows while far away from home.
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Rain X is a wonderful product. I had no idea you made blades as well. This is a fantastic giveaway. Thanks for the chance to win
I rarely travel any long distances, so I’ve never given any thought to how I would prepare. I just make sure the car is gassed up, grab a water bottle for the road, and go. But I could sure use this Rain-X kit. My current wiper blades have seen far better days!
I make sure my cell phone is charged and my gas tank is full. This prize pack would be very helpful.
I swap-out twice a year
Except for our two teenagers we live 1200 miles one way from our oldest children, their familes, our elderly mothers and siblings. So you can imagine the trips that are made each year. We are planning a trip in June to visit and help out our elderly mothers. Before we make the long trip first the oil is changed, all fluids checked, tires checked, belts checked, then the wipers
Since we have not drove our car that far since lastAugust wipers have not been replaced since then and I realized they are in dire need of replacing.
It will be rainy season when we will be making the trip and I’m most likely the only adult on the trip I feel it would be such a awesome trip to know that I have excellent wipers and rain-x products that will help prevent postponed seeing due to dirt and film that cheap wipers leave behind. Also the rain-x site makes it so simple to fiqure out what size wipers my suv takes my 8 year old grandson could fiqure it out. I’m keeping my fingers crossed I’m the winner.
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I drive 500 miles per week back & forth to work in the midwest, so I always make sure my car has at least a half tank of gas. I always make sure I have a winter survival kit. I also have decent tires. This would help with making sure I had a clear windshield which is always a nice thing when it’s snowing, icing or raining.
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We check the oil, air, wipers, brakes, coolant, etc. We have a list that we check off when preparing our vehicle to drive for 2…3 days on the road.
This would definitely help us.
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We always check fluid levels and tires. This kit would help with my vehicle maintenence.
i go to my mechanic and have him look at my car to make sure everything’s ok. this would help me because my wipers always seem to malfunction right when I need them most!
I fill up the gas tank to get ready for long trips
I get a tune up, change the wiper blades, fill up all the fluids and rotate my tires
We check everything oil, tiores, fluids and wipers. So this would be great to have great wipers as these
i,v used them =they are great
It always helps to have a clean windshield, new blades are a bonus. I gas up, get some cool.drinks, check the tires and put the Tom Tom in the car and away I go.
I emailed two friends about this giveaway.
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I’m a bit embarrassed to admit that my husband handles all things automotive. While I can clean and detail a car like nobody’s business, the only other things I do are pump gas and I can check fluid levels and change a tire if I have too. Otherwise I’d rather let someone else handle it.
I change wiper blades every Spring, Your sweep comes at a good time and the added Glass Cleaner & Rain Repellant is a real plus. Thanks for a nice sweep. …Alan
Check the oil and the tires, but I’ve never checked the wipers–guess I should! Thanks for the giveaway.
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I make sure to get an oil change. These are such a good idea. I really should get some new blades before my next big trip. Having to try and get a good view out the window can be so distracting.
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We always clean the car up, wash it, change oil, do a tune up…..and wow, do I need those wipers!
what a great contest – thanks for posting!
To prepare for travel, we definitely throw in an emergency kit, you never know what might happen!
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When we get ready to take a trip DH checks the tire pressure and makes sure the oil and fluids are topped off. He also makes sure the spare tire is good and all of our emergency stuff is in the trunk. He would love this!
Thanks for the chance to win!
My husband does everything when we’re going to be traveling by car on a trip, the oil, the tires, the transmission fluid and windshield washer fluid. He swears by Rain-X and I’d love to win this for him. Thank you for the great giveaway!
I haven’t been as good about preparing my car as I used to (I used to get oil changes before hand) but I do make sure to fill up with gas. I usually clean out my car beforehand so it’s not as messy inside.
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My wipers need to be replaced, so this kit would be very helpful! I prepare my car for travel by checking tire pressure, oil levels, and making sure the gas tank is full. Snacks and drinks – not optional!
Before every trip, I usually check fluid levels, tire pressure, and if the lights are working properly. I was planning on purchasing the Rain X rain repellent for my little Civic and stumbled upon this site.
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When we drove from MO to WA we got new tires, wipers, oil, and a tune up. We also washed the truck and vacumed out the inside. t needed it all again by the time we got home
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I take it to the garage and have them check it out.
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I emailed some friends. If one of them wins maybe they’ll wash my car for me.
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To be honest if I’m preparing for a long trip I don’t prepare the car. I take it somewhere else and have it serviced and washed. I do fill the tank. I could really use this kit because I need new wiper blades.
I always check fluids – oil, antifreeze and wiper fluid.
I always check the oil and transfer out any unnecessary cargo.
We live in a desert, so I don’t think about the wipers very often. When it does rain they need to be working.
the winter snow has been harsh on my window wipers, plus im bad at maintenance and up keep.
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I use Rain-X and LOVE them. The others just don’t work right!! The only other I do is to check the oil.
I take my van to the local mechanic to check everything out.
Make sure my oil isn’t low. I need these windshield wipers. Mine are shot.
i do things myself, even some car repairs, no man in the house…you have to learn
Change the oil!
make sure I’ve got a full tank of gas
We get the oil changed. We need to change our washers. This would help.
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We usually check all fluids, air pressure in the tires, brake pads before a long trip. Sadly, I don’t think we check the wiper blades. We will now!
We do a road trip inspection before we go on a trip! Thanks for the chance.
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My husband is a Rain-X type of guy…he would love for me to win this for him! Hope I win!
We live in a hurricane zone, so have to be ready to evacuate fairly quickly anytime between May – November! So we have a checklist handy to check off everything we need to do. Check air in tires, check oil, etc. plus clean out van and load it with supplies to last us until we can get to a safe location. And we always made sure we have windshield wipers that work!!
Thanks for the giveaway!!
I change my oil
All I do is change the oil.
I get the oil changed, check the fluids and tires and clean out the car.
I usually time an oil change right before I go on a trip so they fill up fluids and add air to tires if necessary. I can’t believe the state inspection didn’t make me replace my wipers as they leave windshield very streaky. I’d love to win this prize so I could replace the wipers; I was laid off last year, so only essential maintenance gets done now.
To prepare my car for travel, about all I do is make sure I’ve got a full tank of gas! I always make sure my car is up-to-date on all recommended maintenance, so I always know it is in great condition. (I haven’t ever replaced the wiper blades, though, and my car is 8 years old, so that’s probably not good!)
First, I always carry a first aid kit in case somebody gets hurt. I also carry a blanket, flashlight, and knife. These seem to be most usefull for an emergency
I could realy use this.
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ok i dont have a car but i borrow my sis car all the time and she would just love me if i won this for her she loves rain-x products
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I prepare my vehicle for travel by checking the fluids and the tires. I never think to check my blades so this kit would help me a lot
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Hubby is responsible for preparing the vehicle for travel – he makes sure the oil change is up to date, checks all the fluids, checks the air pressure on the tires and checks the wipers. He replaces anything that needs replacing. Then, the day of the trip, he fills the gas tank, washes the it and cleans the windows inside and out. If I’m lucky, he also vaccums! This kit will help because it has much of what he needs to get ready.
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I always drive my van when my girlfriends and I go on our special weekend trips. My husband and I check the tires for wear and air. We also make sure the oil has been changed and the washer fluid is filled! If needed, I take it in for a general checkup. Please add my name to your fabulous giveaway prize package contest. Many thanks, Cindi
My car is getting pretty old (1998) so if I am going on a long trip I get it checked out at the dealership to make sure everything is OK
I always check that the lights are working and check the tires and oil. I also pack snacks, water and an emergency blanket-just in case.
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I always make sure to have plenty of gas, air in my tires, my emergency kit in the trunk. I also take my GPS everywhere, in case I ever get lost!
In Flordia we need to change blades often because the heat affects the rubber.
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We like to take trips through out the year. We always make sure our oil is in check, tires have air, all fluids are accounted for and have a blankket in the car. This kit would help us to get things together for our next trip.
We stay to a maintainance schedule set by the dealership where we bought the vehicle.
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Well first thing I do is definately give my car a bath, since the winter weather seems to make them extremely dirty, I’m talking inside and out! We get our regular maintenance checkups and its always wise to make sure your blades are good and add in some good windshield wiper fluid!
I make sure the car is full of gas, the oil has been changed and the tires are properly inflated. this set can help by making sure I have proper visibility through my windshield if the weather gets bad and I get rain, or snow, or sleet. Often times it seems like there is a slick film on my windshield and the wiper blades don’t seem to help. I think this kit could. thanks!
We check the oil and air pressure and get a tune up.
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I live in the northeast so the winters can give us plenty of snow. I make sure all the fluids are full,oil change ,tires are good and will be for the winter and also make sure there is always a full tank of gas.
This prize would be fabulous for the spring rains and we need to change the wipers.
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make sure the car has had it’s most recently scheduled oil change. and fill ‘er up and go!
I clean out the car, get the oil changed and fluids checked and air put in the tires. Then I gas up and go. Thanks for the giveaway.
I dont do anything so this would be handy to have
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I have needed wipes for a while, so this would be great. My hubby just changed the oil Friday.
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I prepare to travel by making sure my car has a FULL tank of gas, I have my cell phone fully charged and I have a membership to AAA. I know I know, but it’s true. I am being honest. I always check my tires before I go anywhere. Oh and I do carry a Glass punch in my center console. If my care ever goes underwater… all you do is punch this on the windshield and it will shatter the glass so you can get out of your car…. a major phobia of mine…
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I do love this kit… I do NOT change my wiper blades often enough.. I depend on Hubby to do it for me… and he does NOT drive my car.. this Giveaway is a MAJOR Blessing!
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I check tires,oil,gas and with this kit I know my wipers will work in winter weather.
Check all the safety items, tire pressure and treat windshield with RainX.
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We are taking a trip in 3 weeks. My husband is taking the car to our mechanic for a checkup. This kit would help us to get the vehicle ready.
like to change our 2x a year and keep an eye on the oil
Our vehicle is badly in need of new wiper blades; it smears in the rain, and with spring coming up this will be handy with all the rain. It’s too dangerous to go on a trip right now.
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I always install the tvs on the back of the seats for the kids and make sure we have plenty of cds and headphones!!
we always get the oil changed and check all that stuff, but never once thought about changing the wipers. This would definitely take care of that.
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I normally go and get an oil change before we are travelling long distance…This kit would help because I actually need a new drivers wiper..the ice this month has tore mine up…plus we will be travelling next month.
Check all fluids and tires and then gas up to go. New wipers would be great.
We actually my husband makes sure the air in the tires are topped up as well as the oil, windshield fluid and gas tank.
I have gone through so many windshield wiper that have not wiped properly. I would love to have this.
When we’re getting ready for a trip my husband checks all the fluid levels. he checks airpressure in the tires. he inspects the belts & tires for wear. he tries to minimize any chance of a problem. this prize would be great to keep on hand for emergencies.
I change mine once or twice a year.
Check the oil and make sure the seats are comfy cozy. Rain X ROCKS!
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I check my fluid and make sure my wiper fluid reservoir is working. Once on a trip a ginormous bug splat in my line of vision and my fluid would come out to help me see~! Gross!
well before we travel we check the tires, check the fluids, and check the wipers. you have to be able to see or you can’t drive. I trust rain-x because i’ve used some of their other products. i’d love to try their wipers because i think they’d really help the visibility of my car
by keeping the auto serviced and ready to go all the time is how i prep my car for a trip
Before taking a long trip, we always make sure we change the oil. Thank you
check oil, coolant & brake fluid levels, tire pressure, and (this is where this contest comes in handy) wipers.
We havent traveled much but when we do I get the oil changed check fluid, belts etc to make sure we are good to go. And In AZ we always need new wiper blades with the heat dry rotting ours!
Verify: If the oil needs to be changed. If tires are OK. How close I am to needing the next maintenance.
It has been a loooong tme i change wiper and it is about time. Budget is tight so I weigh what needs to get done vs what can I put off a little longer.
Your gift would help me, so Thank you.
I saw these wipers on TV and plan on buying some. This kit would be great for me, because I really don’t do much to prepare for a trip. Checking the oil and water levels (along with tire pressure) is about as prepared as I get.
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I preach Rain-X to my kids and their friends. Treating your windows is a big deal, because in the event your wipers would fail you, a well-treated window is still fine. I do not have the latitude wipers yet, but I am sure they would go well with my window treatments and the Rain-X fluid in my wiper reservoir. I don’t let my mechanic top off my wiper fluid when I get my cars serviced. Nothing but Rain-X wiper fluid goes in.
Before a trip I usually do a fresh treatment. I also make sure to do a fresh treatment right before winter hits. It makes a great difference when driving in snowy conditions, too.
Good tires, good brakes, and Rain-X.
Well, the dream trip is to drive from Louisiana to Alaska. I’ve been there six times, but never have driven there.
So, my idea of a kit is new tires, a warm sleeping bag, extra blankets, shovel, cooking kit, adequate clothing, water, food, lights, complete check up at the Ford service center (my vehicle is a 2004 Ford Escape XLT), first aid kit, lotsa’ mosquito repellent, sunscreen, and, of course, a Rain-X Car Care Kit!
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We always do a checkup before a long trip
We always make sure the car has had oil change, & all fluids filled, tires properly inflated and other emergency accessories are in the trunk (jumper cables, water, flash light, duck tape, extra oil brake fluid, transmission fluid gas can)& his tool box just in case it would be needed, Thanks for hosting this fantastic giveaway
My husband checks the antifreeze, oil, washer fluid and the tire’s air pressure.
my car would love to have this as a present!
im guilty of leaving the wipers go until they just dont work anymore. when your on the road on a long trip this is not the time to look for a store to buy new ones. so this would be good to get first along with the regular flid checks.
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Check all your lights frequently, even if you aren’t going on vacation.
I get the oil changed and check the tires. That’s about it unless I’ve been hearing strange noises.
I got to the local hard ware store and i buy what they tell me to lol !
When my family travels, we have a check list we use to make sure everything is okay!
1. We ALWAYS check the windshield wipers even if the forecast says there is no rain.
2. We check the brakes, tires, lights, fluids, and the engine.
3. Last but no least, we definitely check the seatbelts.
You can never be too careful!
My family and I live in tornado alley, and so we get storms very often in the spring time. So, in the car, we always have a flash light, first aid kit, batteries, and a charged cell phone battery. We always expect the worse and never leave unprepared!
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we prep the car by washing, vacumning, taking out uneeded junk, check air and blades adn fill the tires and tank. We prep the car when we get in the mood for reg stuff..which is sad or good becuase we cleanit when it needs to be. I did a nono according to their site and did not use it to loosen ice but to move off the window- oops so i am ruining my blades
we usually take it into the dealer for a checkup before a trip
Check fluids, tires and wipers.
hi my husband always checks the car, changes the oil, and has the car aligned, and checks the tires, etc before we go on a trip. this kit would help him out and he would love it!!
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From now till winter we’ll be traveling every two weeks or so. This kit will keep the right tools in the truck for quick solutions to visual problems while driving – keeping that windshield clean!
Thanks for the giveaway.
When preparing I just have the oil and tires checked, I never thought about the window blades. This would be a great added safety feature for when I am on the road. thank you
When we are preparing our vehicle we usually check the airpressure in our tires and that’s about it. Honestly we usually don’t change our wipers until they start to squeak and leave streaks….which is right about now so this win would be very useful.
Even with spring showers cleaning winter away, we get that salt mix slopped up on the cars when driving. The windshields and outside mirrors have this whitish buildup that is bad for visibility. Using rain-x helps helps my windows stay much cleaner and that is something I need to redo for spring. My wiper blades were changed in the fall and are still ok.
This kit will help me get my van ready this year because without it the van is pretty much not gunna get ready for April Showers…Hubby is off work do to a car accident (wasn’t his fault) and now with the lack of income we cannot prep the van for the showers….thanks for running a giveaway and giving me an oppertunity to win.