Save Money on Car Maintenance

Do oil changes regularly

Nothing can prolong the life of your car better than doing your oil changes on time. Changing oil is something you can do at home. But unless you are a gear head, that actually likes to change the oil, it is really easier to have someone else do it. By the time you pay for oil and filter, tools and oil recycling/disposal fees, it is about the same price as having a professional do the job. If you have an average late model car, the inexpensive chain oil change shops will do. If you have an expensive sports car or German import, it is safer to go to the official dealership or authorized repair shop, even if it costs more money.  If well taken care of, a Mercedes for example, can go a million miles. Don’t cut corners.

Don’t ignore the check engine lights

Remember the good old days, when anyone with half a brain could understand and fix a car by themselves? Car computers ruined that. Electronics in cars have gotten so complicated that problems can not even be diagnosed without plugging an expensive gadget in to read the computer. Even if you do fix a problem, often you can not turn off a check engine light without the aid of a gadget. That meaningless warning light that you ignore could become not so meaningless later. When the light comes on, get it looked at or you could face an expensive repair. If you are a gearhead, you can get the testing equipment a lot cheaper lately or you can rent them. Read More: AutosHype.com