After North Texas’ winter storm, AAA warns that brine used on roads is highly corrosive, threatening paint, brake lines, exhaust systems, fuel tanks, and electrical connections, NewsRadio 1080 KRLD reported. Drivers are urged to wash vehicles—especially undercarriages—and schedule cleanings to avoid a coming hard freeze that could freeze doors.
The DX Brief
- Brined road salt left on vehicles in North Texas is highly corrosive
- AAA urges frequent washes with an undercarriage rinse during winter
- Risk areas include brake lines, exhaust systems, fuel tanks, and electrical connections
- Avoid washing immediately before a hard freeze to prevent frozen doors and windows
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