Lincoln-Way Central Helping Older Drivers This Winter

The following press release was submitted to Patch by Daniel Martin, Safe Community Coordinator at the Village of New Lenox

NEW LENOX, IL - The Village of New Lenox and its Safe Communities America Coalition, in partnership with Lincoln-Way School District #210 and New Lenox NAPA, are offering FREE vehicle inspections to seniors (60+) to help them prepare for winter.

The vehicle inspections will be conducted from 9:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. Nov. 6-7 at Lincoln-Way Central High School, 1801 E. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox.

Seniors will be directed to enter off of Schoolhouse Road at the first entrance north of Route 30.

Lincoln-Way automotive students, under supervision of an auto shop teacher, will offer the following services:

• Check fluids – engine oil, trans fluid, brake fluid, coolant, power steering fluid and windshield washer fluid
• Check belts and hoses
• Inspect tires for tread wear, cracks and dry rot
• Inspect underside suspension and front end parts
• Load test batteries
• Check coolant strength for freeze protection
• Check headlights, turn signals, parking lamps and registration plate bulbs

“Many seniors have a difficult time conducting their own vehicle inspections or don’t have the funds to pay for minor services. This is a great way to provide these services and a way for the Lincoln-Way auto shop students to help seniors in our community,” said Daniel Martin, Safe Community Coordinator for the Village of New Lenox.

The New Lenox Safe Communities America Coalition and its Motor Vehicle / Traffic Safety Task Group would like to thank New Lenox NAPA for covering the costs of shop supplies that will be utilized during the event.

Appointments are needed! Seniors are asked to contact Daniel Martin, Safe Community Coordinator at the Village of New Lenox, to reserve an appointment. Email dmartin@newlenox.net or call (815) 462-6493.

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