In this era of economic recession it is very import to be smart on how your car is maintained. There are several ways you can save money on vehicle maintenance, you can save on parts, workmanship etc. the car is likely to work effectively and efficiently when you keep it in top shape. Car maintenance does not have to be expensive one just need to be smart about it all.

There are ways one can save money on maintenance when it is done responsibly. Not all maintenance needs the help of a professional. You can learn to do some checks on your own.

Tips on how you can maintain your car

Fluids: It is always better to invest in quality and the right oil. No matter what type of car you drive, always push to buy the lubricants that meet quality standards, e.g. the API ratings. The type of car you drive would determine the type of oil you would use that is viscosity. It is always advisable to check your oil regularly same as for all fluid going into the car. Make sure it is clean, still the same viscosity as what you poured in it, and make sure it is gauged. Remember it is the oil that keeps the engine working and it is better to pay little now than to pay much due to damaged engine.

Spare parts: You can save money with spare parts by planning your maintenance ahead, using premium parts e.g. plugs, oil filters etc. if you are not sure, always check your car manual on the type of parts your car requires and always keep the car in good shape according to what is recommended by the manufacturers. Make sure you buy your parts from reliable source. It’s better to get it right the first time by buying quality parts that we usually think are expensive than to buy inferior part that can cause damage to other parts in your car and you would keep changing and spending more to fix the caused damage.

Get a good auto mechanic: as we all know a good auto mechanic can be really expensive but worth it. Though there are a lot out there just doing try and error job but there are still a lot that are good at what they do. You can get this by asking family and friends for referral, reading reviews about a mechanic before you visit them. Getting a mechanic can save you or cost you a lot of money so be wise. Some auto shops reward their loyal customers so you can save by making them your preferred choice

Be aware: never ignore warning light on your car, check your car tire pressure and so on. It is better to get it checked as soon as you notice any fault than for you to leave it till it has caused the damage. Check the internet for meaning of codes and to learn more about faults your car may develop. This can help you interact well with your mechanic on fixing your car.

Regular servicing: get your car serviced as frequent as specified in the car owner’s manual. Some specified 3000 miles or every three to six months without fail. This means changing your engine oil and oil filter. It is always important to change your oil filter whenever you change your engine oil. Like the name implies it stops dirt from getting to the engine.
There are information readily available for use in the car manual and if you can’t find yours you can go on the internet don’t always believe what people tell you about your car. Treat your car like you would want it to do for you. Repair all broken lights, touch up paint, and keep your car clean. Basically, love it, a happy car makes a happy driver and that would give you a happy day.

Please note that servicing part like spark plugs, premium oil filters, and lots more can be purchased from us at US Place of Autos Limited. For more information please call us on +2349035870964, +2347084775702 or visit our website www.usplaceofautos.com

References:

https://www.defensivedriving.org/17-ways-to-save-money-on-car-maintenance/

http://money.allwomenstalk.com/tips-to-save-money-on-car-maintenance

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