It’s that time of the year again. The air is brisk, temperatures are dropping, the trees are bare, malls are getting crowded and holiday décor is everywhere! As holidays and finals are upon us, life is getting pretty hectic, but you might be forgetting one thing — your car. As cold temperatures begin to amplify, roads begin to get slick and the possibility of snowfall increases, it becomes extremely important that your vehicle is prepared to fare the winter so you do not get stuck out in the cold. Cold weather alone can change how your vehicle performs, and once snow arrives, other factors begin to take effect. Here are five ways you can start preparing your vehicle to be winter ready.