This Summer has been hot in the U.K., breaking temperature records and reaching as high as 40 degrees Celcius.

To keep your car running and performing at its best, you can take some measures to keep your vehicle running normally.

This blog will give you four tips to help you get through the heatwave.

Buy A Sun Shield

Ever got in your car, and everything was too hot to touch? The steering wheel, the seatbelts, the seat itself? Even keeping your windows open slightly doesn't seem to do the trick.

To eradicate this, you may want to consider buying a sun shield to help keep the sun off your steering wheel and seatbelts and keep the heat out of your car.

These are cost-effective and easy to set up but are a genuine bargain once you get one.

Keep Your Tyres Pumped Up

Since the road will be hotter, you want to ensure that your tyres are fully pumped up and that they're in a healthy state. 

Check for general wear and tear, punctures, bulges or anything else that may be dangerous to you driving the car.

If you spot any signs of trouble with your tyres and can't just pump them up, you may want to consider getting a new pair of tyres added on.

Check Your Engine Fluids

Keeping your engine fluids topped up is a great way to ensure your car continues running daily. 

Coolant fluid, oil checks, and your windscreen wash should be checked every 2-4 weeks during Summer and even winter to ensure your car is "healthy".

If you're unsure of what you need to do, you could always pop your car down to your local garage and ask them to do a service, it may cost money, but at least you know your vehicle has had a look over. 

Test Your Brakes

As you use your brakes all year round, it's a good idea to test them whenever you get a chance. 

When you're stationary, ask a family member or a friend to ensure your brake lights are working. Also, ensure no warning lights on your dash may indicate an issue with your brakes.

And overall, just ensure that when you set off, gently apply the brakes to see if they're working correctly. A quick check of your brake fluid, and you should be good to go.

If you find any problems, you may want to get your car booked for a check with your mechanic.