❄️ Winter Fleet Prep: Keep Your Vehicles Moving This Winter

When the temperature drops, your fleet faces some of the toughest conditions of the year. Ice, road salt, cold starts, and limited daylight all take their toll on commercial vehicles, especi

ally if they’re out on the road 24/7.

At The Scottish Tech Fleet Support, we know how important it is to keep your vehicles reliable through the winter months. Here’s our guide to preparing your fleet for cold-weather operations and avoiding unnecessary downtime.

🧊 1. Check Your Batteries and Charging Systems

Cold weather reduces battery efficiency by up to 50%. Before winter sets in, test each vehicle’s battery health and charging system. Look for slow cranking, dim lights, or corrosion on terminals as early signs of battery trouble. Replacing a weak battery now can save you a costly roadside breakdown later.

🛢️ 2. Top Up and Treat Your Fluids

Make sure your fleet’s coolant, oil, brake fluid, and washer fluid are topped up and winter-grade. Use a strong antifreeze mix and consider switching to a low-viscosity engine oil to help with cold starts. Always carry spare washer fluid, as salt and grit on the roads mean you’ll use more than usual.

🚛 3. Inspect Tyres and Brakes

Grip is everything in winter. Check tyre tread depths, pressures, and overall condition regularly. For heavy vehicles and vans that cover long distances, consider winter or all-season tyres for added traction. Inspect your brakes for wear and uneven response. Icy roads demand perfect performance.

🔦 4. Check Lights, Cameras, and Wiring

Dark mornings, fog, and longer nights mean visibility is crucial. Inspect all external lights, reversing cameras, and wiring for signs of damage or corrosion. Replace faulty bulbs immediately and clean lenses regularly. At The Scottish Tech, we offer electrical and camera wiring repairs to help your fleet stay safe and compliant year-round.

🧰 5. Fix Defects Early with a Defect Clinic

Minor issues can become major problems fast in cold weather. Our On-Site Repair and Defect Clinics help identify small faults, from leaks and warning lights to worn hoses or connectors, before they lead to breakdowns. We’ll visit your site, inspect your vehicles, and carry out repairs quickly and efficiently.

🚨 6. Be Ready for Emergencies

Even with the best maintenance, winter can surprise anyone. Keep breakdown kits in every vehicle, including jump leads, a torch, gloves, blankets, and a small shovel. And remember, our team is available 24/7 nationwide for breakdown assistance, diagnostics, and recovery, so you’ll never be stuck broken down.

🌨️ Stay Safe This Winter with The Scottish Tech Fleet Support

With proper preparation and regular maintenance, your fleet can handle whatever winter throws at it. From diagnostics to breakdown assistance, on-site repairs to nationwide recovery, The Scottish Tech Fleet Support keeps your business moving, no matter the weather.

📞 Call us 24/7: 07821056136

📧 Email: Service@thescottishtech.co.uk

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