Residents must take precautionary measures for their bodily safety and home during hurricane season. Unfortunately, the car tends to get overlooked. Your vehicle deserves equal attention in an impending storm. Hall Chrysler Dodge Jeep® RAM Virginia Beach outlines best safety practices for safeguarding your automobile when a powerful storm is imminent.
Park Indoors
Do not leave the vehicle outside if possible. Park in your garage and adhere to these best practices:
- Cover the vehicle with a car cover; order one from our stock of MOPAR parts if you don’t have one already. If there’s no time for that, you can use a tarp or blankets tied down using bungee cords or tie-down straps.
- Park further into the garage to protect the car in case garage door parts get blown away and become flying debris
- Board the garage door windows to prevent damage and glass shards.
No Garage?
Perhaps your home lacks a garage, or you live in an apartment. The next best solution is to research your local area for indoor parking garages or carports. If you must park outside, follow these steps to minimize damage:
- Park at a higher elevation to minimize the risk of flood damage, keeping distance from trees; collapsing trees are a common cause of hurricane-related car damage.
- Keep the tank filled in case you need to evacuate in an emergency.
- As with parking in a garage, try to cover your vehicle. High winds can cause flying debris; hail storms can also accompany hurricanes.
Schedule Pre- or Post-Hurricane Car Service at Hall Chrysler Dodge Jeep® RAM Virginia Beach
If your vehicle sustained damage, schedule vehicle maintenance in Virginia Beach, VA. Our technicians perform post-hurricane and other weather-related service. Stay safe during hurricane season, and remember to give your car the care it deserves.