Summer is probably the most exciting season in the planet. Family outings, picnics, hiking, and going to the beach - all done best in the summer, especially by families. And aside from the pet dog, another companion gives joy to the family. It is the car.

Going out with the family on a summer season involves several preparations. One of which is the preparation of the car to be used. Gone are the winter season and the rain showers. Welcome the heat of the sun by going out along with your family and a well prepared car.

The first thing to do is to remove the salt and oil dirt all over your car. It is also a must to remove these things under your car. Rusts are among the major enemies of cars. If not removed or immediately prevented, they lead to severe car deterioration. Have your car washed before going to a family outing in order to equip it with durable parts for the summer season.

And because winter is over, replace those winter tires with summer or all-season tires. Have them swapped out or rotated. Check the tire pressure. See to it that all of them including the spare are accurately inflated or balanced. This is to unsure increased gas mileage and decreased tread wear.

Check the brakes. Inspect if your EBC brake pads are worn; if so, then they need to be replaced. The noises that you hear from your car are implications of damaged brake system. Be very meticulous on these noises. If you hear some grinding, squealing, screeching or chatter, it means your brake system needs your attention.

Make sure to change your oil. As the life blood of your engine, it is a must it check it regularly. Fully synthetic oils are especially designed to protect your engine whatever the temperature is. They also increase the efficiency of the engine and minimize oil consumption. To know the appropriate oil for your engine, consult your owner's manual.

The fluids should be checked. It is important to have wiper fluid on a summer season to ensure the car's quality performance.

Because it is cold on a winter season, the depletion of your fluids is fast as your car is running faster. It is much better to check, top off or replace the brake fluid as well as the transmission, coolant, power-steering, and windshield water.

Also, inspect your wiper blades. On a winter season, your blades incur smear due to the sleet and snow. So this summer, it is wise to replace them to ensure safety. It is much better to replace your wipers now to avoid difficulty in driving on a rainy season.

Summer is basically characterized by a hot temperature. Therefore, it is important that your car has enough air conditioning that would combat the heat outside. Check the pressure (temperature) of your air conditioning system. It should be at most 55 degrees. Along with this checking, include the belts and hoses (see if there are wears or deteriorations) as well as the refrigerant (see if there are leaks).

Apply something on your car to protect it against the heat of the sun. You may ask your manufacturer for the appropriate one.

Now your car is finally ready for a family outing. These guide is not only to ensure your car's excellent performance but most importantly, to ensure your family's safety.