Benefits of Having a Remote Vehicle Starter
With winter just around the corner, you might be considering if the time is right to finally get yourself a remote vehicle starter. If you’ve been on the fence about getting one, let the team here at Downtown Ford in Toronto, ON help put your mind at ease, by running down just a few of the good reasons why you should consider installing a starter in your vehicle.
Warming Up
The most obvious reason to install a remote vehicle starter is that you can warm up your vehicle ahead of time. Having a comfortable climate in the vehicle when you get inside will definitely make a winter drive more enjoyable. Plus, with the defrost running ahead of time, your windows will have time to melt away snow and ice, saving you time on scraping and brushing when you get out to your vehicle.
Better Performance
Not only does remotely starting your engine make driving more comfortable in a cold Ontario winter, it’s actually also good for your engine! Giving the engine more time to warm up improves performance by thinning the oil. This means your vehicle doesn’t have to work quite as hard when you start driving, which can reduce wear and tear, and actually improve gas mileage in the winter.
Secure Starting
You’ve likely heard stories of cars being stolen off of driveways when they’ve been left idling during the winter. This is because you have to unlock your door and leave the key in the ignition to start your vehicle normally. With a remote starter, you can keep the doors locked and the key safely in your pocket. Even if someone were to break in, they won’t get far without the key. Many modern starters include even more safety features allowing you to remotely set off the alarm, or even track the vehicle on your smartphone.
Get a Remote Starter Installed at Downtown Ford
Contact our parts team today, and we’ll be happy to get you a remote vehicle starter. Book a service appointment with our Ford Certified service department and we can get it installed for you as well. Trust Downtown Ford in Toronto, ON to help you get your vehicle ready for any season!