Most of us rely on
our cars almost as if they are extensions of our bodies, moving us where we
need to be, reliably and without too much conscious thought. Just as we need to
take care of ourselves, we need to pay attention to the inner workings of our
vehicles. Car repair services are the vital link that keeps our vehicles in
prime running shape.
Do you know the
specifics of your vehicle’s recommended maintenance schedule? It’s likely that
it needs oil changes, tire rotation, filter changes and various fluid fills,
each on its own schedule. Your owner’s manual will spell out exactly when you
should take your car in for regular car repair services and maintenance.
Following that schedule helps ensure that your vehicle is reliable and safe.
Tires are
under-appreciated. We kick them, refer to them in disparaging ways (that “spare
tire” some of us wear), we swing on them in the back yard and worst of all we ignore the ones on our vehicles. When
the rubber hits the road, it had better be in good shape. Improperly inflated
tires can be dangerous and cut down on gas mileage. When you take your vehicle
in for car repair services, ask the service professional to check your tires for wear and tire pressure.
You can’t control
gasoline prices, but you can choose to capitalize on the refined liquid gold
that runs your car. Keeping your vehicle in good repair can improve your miles
per gallon and save money. The U.S. government estimates that having a properly
tuned engine improves gas mileage an average of 4 percent. Using the correct
grade of motor oil and changing it regularly can improve gas mileage by 1-2
percent. Your car repair service professional can perform these money saving
fixes.
Keeping your brakes
in good repair ensures better safety, and prevents costly major repairs.
Certain parts of your brakes, such as shoes and disc pads, wear with use and
need to be replaced before they begin to grate on the rotors. The cost for car
repair services such as replacing the discs is much less than the cost for
replacing rotors. And you really cannot put a price on the peace of mind that
knowing you have well functioning brakes bestows.
Regular car repair
services can save you money in the long run, give you the comfort of knowing that
your vehicle is in top shape, and even add to its resale value. At Whiteside, we have the best service professionals in the area. They are friendly and knowledgeable on all makes and models of
