Tulsa Auto shop explains why checking batteries and tires ahead of holiday travel is important – FOX23 News

TULSA, Okla. — With the artic blast headed to Green Country, AAA Oklahoma is asking drivers to make sure their cars are ready for the road trip.Last year during the holiday week, AAA Oklahoma said more than 77,000 stranded motorists called for assistance, and the weather was relatively mild.They offered some suggestions for drivers to avoid roadside breakdowns.FOX23 spent some time on Wednesday with Kelly Clifton with K.C. Auto in Tulsa to learn more about the importance of making sure driver’s vehicles are ready for that road trip.Clifton, the owner of K.C. Auto in Tulsa, has checked a lot of batteries over the years.AAA Oklahoma recommends drivers make sure their car is ready by checking their batteries ahead of the cold temperatures moving in on Thursday.They also recommend checking the tires, since cold air causes the air pressure in tires to drop.“If it’s low on air,…

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