As expected, the bitter cold weather brought an increase in disabled vehicles this morning.   Autos have a hard time starting and running in this weather.  Batteries die, parts freeze, belts snap.  Even my car's heater seemed to blow lukewarm air this morning! 

Now that the freezing cold is here, it is a good idea to get your car checked for any potential problems.  Make sure your battery is in good working order, check your hoses, belts, tires, and fluid levels to ensure safer travel and to identify problems before you break down.  Also, keep a shovel and some ice melt or kitty litter in the trunk.  I also get into the habit of checking and filling my windshield washer tank every week.  Many accidents have been caused by temporary blindness from road spray and lack of washer fluid!

Solar glare played a role in slowing down many east and southbound routes this morning.  It's too bad the sun didn't warm the temperatures a little more! 

The MBTA also reported some minor delays due to disabled trains. 

How was your commute this morning?  Did you take some extra time to warm up the car?