11/05/2023
How Regular Car Maintenance SAVES You Money 💰
We are all looking for ways to save, and no one enjoys an unexpected car bill. How can consistent car maintenance actually SAVE you money down the road? 💵
⚠️Maintenance Improves Safety:
A properly maintained vehicle is safer not only for you, but for others as well. Regular maintenance ensures your car is working correctly, efficiently, and prevents BIGGER issues from arising down the road. You are also driving thousands of pounds of metal- you want to be as SAFE as possible.
Example: Warn out brake pads can take longer to slow down your car, making it harder for you to avoid a collision. You can also cause additional damage to the entire braking system and tires if you continue to drive on worn brakes. Additional repairs can cost 💲HUNDREDS or even 💲THOUSANDS more than if you were to replace only the brake pads.
⚠️Maintenance Improves Gas Mileage:
Keeping your car properly maintained can also increase your gas mileage! With these increasing gas prices, every mile per gallon helps. And with better gas mileage also comes gas SAVINGS! 💲
How can maintenance influence fuel economy? ⛽
1. Tire Pressure: for every 10 PSI under pressure, there is a 10% reduction in fuel efficiency.
2. Oil: Too little or too much engine oil can create more friction and can rob power. Clean oil lubricates better than dirty oil, and regular oil changes can help overall gas mileage.
3. Air Filter: A clogged, dirty air filter can decrease engine power output, which can also influence fuel efficiency. Let that engine breathe!
🛑What should you be maintaining to improve safety, gas mileage, and save you money down the road?
• Oil changes
• Tire rotation / replacement / alignment
• Fluid inspection (brake fluid, transmission fluid, coolant, windshield wiper fluid, etc.)
• Brake inspection / replacement
• Filter inspections / replacements (air filters & fuel filters)
Join us next time for more tips from your very own, Clyde’s Auto Repair