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Motorists 'prepare for winter'
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19 December 2011 at 11:53
Car parts retailer Halfords has revealed that sales of winter products have increased significantly as drivers prepare for the upcoming cold season.
Halfords said it has increased orders for its foldable shovels five fold due to massive demand from customers.
Snow chains, snow socks and traction tracks, which help tyres grip on icy roads, have also become increasingly popular among motorists.
The retailer also said that sales of de-icer, salt and anti-freeze have increased.
Motorists who are preparing for the winter weather should make sure they have adequate breakdown cover.
Mark Dolphin, Halfords winter motoring expert, said: "There's always a rush for winter products when the cold weather comes. Unfortunately many leave it too late. Good preparation can help avoid breakdowns, accidents and save money."
He added: "Attitudes towards safe winter motoring are changing. We even sold a surprising number of ice scrapers and anti-freeze during the October heatwave as people began to prepare for winter in advance."
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Posted by wilfred on 07 February 2012 at Feb 12:16PM
Don't forget to stock up on de-icing salt for your drives and pathways too. Many people think it's OK to use salt from community bins but this is not for private use and should only be used on public roads and walkways. My neighbours and I share a bulk bag which makes it a little cheaper and we just grit all our drives and payments from one shared bag. You can buy bulk bags of de-icing salt from Hallstone here http://www.hallstonedirect.co.uk/categories/de-icing-rock-salt and they deliver it for free.