Keeping your car safe during cold winter months North Carolina [Video]

Winter is one of the busiest times of years for local mechanics. From frosty windshields to dead batteries, experts at Village Auto Care in Clemmons said car maintenance is key to ensure a smooth ride all winter long. Here are some steps they said you can take this winter to ensure your car is ready to drive.Have your battery tested and watch out for a slow start when you turn on the ignition. It might be a clue that you need a new one. “Batteries don’t like cold weather or hot weather,” said Neil Gilpin, the manager of Village Auto Care in Clemmons. “So we tend to see a lot that go dead, or get really weak during this time of year that need addressed so we do a lot of battery replacement.”Watch: NOWCAST streaming newscasts 2. Check tire tread and air pressure. If you see the tire pressure light …