Don’t Skip This August: Check Your Battery and Brakes Now

Auto mechanic replacing car battery under the hood, emphasizing summer vehicle maintenance and battery checks.

It’s easy to blame winter for most car problems, but summer might be doing more damage than you think.

August, in particular, is one of the worst months for your car’s battery and braking system. Between long road trips, daily heat, and heavier-than-usual driving, your vehicle’s most crucial components are under pressure, and they might not show signs of wear until it’s too late.