Here’s how Prestone can help make your Holy Week getaways safe, hassle-free

In the Philippines, the Holy Week serves as a religious observance and a time for families to reconnect with friends and relatives. Due to the longer days off work, many plan excursions and trips to create lasting memories with loved ones. 

So, whether you are going to the beach, planning a hike to the mountains, or visiting your hometown, here is how Prestone can help make your getaways safe and hassle-free. 

Keep your engine cool with Prestone 

While the summer weather makes the Holy Week ideal for aquatic activities, the warmer and more humid climate can add more stress to your vehicle’s engine. 

The last thing drivers want is to have their rides overheat in the middle of nowhere. On that note, using automotive coolants like Prestone can help prevent overheating and protect your car’s powerplant for both short and long trips. 

“The long-term benefits are even better because this coolant helps prevent rust and extends your engine’s lifespan by protecting your car’s radiator system. It truly delivers performance beyond expectations,” Prestone said in a press release. 

Prestone coolant variants 

Prestone’s engine coolants come in two different forms — one that has been specially formulated for specific car brands and another for general use. 

The former has the below variants: 

Red/Pink	For Toyota, Lexus, Scion (all model years)
Blue	For Honda, Nissan, Subaru (pre-2009-2011, newer)
Green	For Isuzu, Suzuki, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi (pre-2009-2011, newer)

As for the latter, they can be used for all car makes. 

Prestone has also put up roadside assistance spots where customers can get a free check-up and top-up of their automobiles and motorcycles this Holy Week. 

Below is a table showing the schedule and locations: 

April 16-17	Tri-J Marketing - Consolacion, Cebu Tri-J Marketing - Minglanilla, Cebu  Autotech Car Care Center - Balusong, Matina, Davao City
April 18	Caltex Mamplasan - South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) southbound  Clean Fuel - Rosario, La Union  Clean Fuel - Binalonan, Pangasinan
April 20	Caltex Mamplasan - SLEX, southbound  Shell of Asia - North Luzon Expressway southbound, Bulalcan  Clean Fuel - Rosario, La Union

Other tips 

Aside from using Prestone products, the automotive fluid company shared some tips to make your drive trouble-free this Lenten season. 

Check tires

Your engine isn’t the only thing working overtime when you take on road trips. The long hours, as well as the taxing heat, can wear the tires down — so it’s important to check them before heading out. 

Prestone encourages car owners to inspect tire pressure and make sure it matches the recommended settings in their car manuals. It is also important to check the following: 

• Cuts 
• Bulges 
• Uneven wear 

Lastly, it is important to bring a spare tire to be prepared, just in case. 

Fuel up your car and mind 

Do not leave without a full tank of gas. It would be a hassle to run out of fuel in the middle of nowhere, so make sure that your fuel can cover the distance of the trip. 

If you are driving an electric vehicle, it would be wise to include charging stations in your itinerary. 

While making sure that your vehicle is ready for the trip ahead, it is also imperative to ensure that you (the driver) are in good shape. Stay hydrated and take breaks to avoid fatigue. Get enough sleep and eat well, so you don’t feel worn out when you sit behind the wheel. 

Also read:

Toyota PH revives free pre-Holy Week vehicle safety checks

ACMobility ensures EV charging station ops during Holy Week

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