SALT LAKE CITY — Whether it’s overheating, flat tires, or even sparking a wildfire, there’s a lot to think about during the summer months when it comes to our vehicles. The biggest concern this year, however, is wildfire prevention, considering common fire starters come from things on cars, like camper chains.
“A lot of the times, people will put them straight back into the loops. You always want to cross those chains so they don’t drag too far on the ground,” said Austen White with Les Schwab Tire Center. “Because it does start wildfires all over the place.”
It’s not just car companies that are preparing for the rise in temperatures this week; Rocky Mountain Power has enhanced safety settings for its power lines, and this time of year is when they see the highest demand for energy and electricity…