This year, the weather has stayed in the 80s at the beginning of September, giving drivers a false sense of summer lingering on. Even with sunny skies and dry roads, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) enforces chain and traction laws starting September 1st through May 31st on Interstate 70 between Morrison and Dotsero. That [...]
Planning to escape to the mountains this summer? Before you start that scenic drive through Colorado, it’s important to know how extreme heat can affect your vehicle. High temperatures don’t just make things uncomfortable—they put extra stress on your car’s essential systems, increasing the chance of something going wrong on the road. At West Vail [...]
Whether you're commuting through Eagle County or heading into the mountains for a weekend getaway, your tires play a major role in keeping you safe on the road. Worn tread or improperly inflated tires can increase your risk of skidding, blowouts, or getting stranded—especially on Colorado's high-altitude, winding roads. At West Vail Towing, we’ve seen [...]
