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Safety Tips For Driving On Halloween

It’s important to drive safely every time we head out on the road. Halloween is no exception. Trick-or-treaters of all ages will be out in full force on foot throughout the day and night. You’ll want to be extremely careful between the hours of 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. – when most pedestrian accidents tend to happen. MI-JOE Automotive Specialities can ensure your car is ready for Halloween with their timely & cost effective auto repair Amityville, NY.

Below are five tips on Halloween driving safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:

1.)    Slowdown!

2.)    Put away the cell phone.

3.)    Watch for children.

4.)    Yield to young children and/or families with young children.

5.)    Communicate with other drivers by using turn signals and hazard lights when needed.

Not only is it important for drivers to be safe on Halloween…the same can also be said for trick-or-treaters.

Below are a few tips on how to keep children safe on Halloween:

1.)    Teach children how to cross the street safely by looking both ways.

2.)    Try bringing young children to indoor community Halloween programs.

3.)    Give children flashlights and/or glow sticks to make them more visible to drivers.

Another way to ensure safe driving is to have a complete inspection done on your vehicle. Neglecting your brakes, oil changes, and even tires can result in not only serious damage to the inner workings of your car…but also physical danger. When you’re pressing your foot all the way down on the brake pedal…it’s time to have your brakes looked at. We recommend regular oil changes be done every three months or 3,000 miles. Lastly, tires should be checked as often as possible and rotated every six months or 7,000 miles. MI-JOE Automotive Specialties offers a wide range of name brand tires Amityville. We can help you find just the right tire for your vehicle and budget.

If you think your car may need some work…don’t wait until it’s too late. You may be doing more harm than good if you keep putting it off. A vehicle with possible mechanical issues not only puts you in danger, but your family and community as well. MI-JOE Automotive Specialties has been proudly serving the Amityville community on Long Island for more than 40 years. We care about our friends and neighbors and hope you’ll remember the safety tips listed above when you’re out on the road this Halloween. If you think your car may need some work…call MI-JOE Automotive Specialties today at 631-789-1515. Have a safe and happy Halloween!