2020 continues to be a challenging year for us all with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve all had to cut back on certain things and purchasing a new car may not be a viable option right now.
The good news is that with proper maintenance you can extend the life of your current vehicle significantly, ensuring that it stays in pristine shape for a long time.
Here are some important tips that will help you maintain your current car for a long time yet.
Drive with inflated tyres
The handling and performance of your vehicle are dependent on the proper inflation of your tyres.
Driving with inflated tyres will not only make it easier for you to handle your car but will also provide you with better fuel economy.
You will be able to find the recommended tyre pressures for both the front and rear tyres in your vehicle handbook, or you may be able to find it on a sticker located on the inside sill of the driver’s door.
Use the best quality fuel
The fuel that goes into your vehicle plays a major role in its performance because it directly impacts the different engine components of the vehicle.
Although it’s a little more expensive when you fill up, If you want to extend the lifespan of your car, it is smart to only use the highest quality fuel.
Check your fluid levels regularly
Much like the human body, keeping an eye on your vehicle’s fluid levels ensure that your car performs at optimum levels.
This means checking the brake, coolant, and oil fluids regularly. If you are unsure about how often you need to do this for your specific car, you can always give us a call or drop us an email!
Fix windscreen chips!
If your windscreen becomes chipped, we highly recommend getting it repaired as soon as you possibly can.
A small chip can quickly turn into a massive crack which will force you to pay for an entirely new windscreen. Whenever you notice a chip on the windscreen, you should contact your nearest windscreen specialist.
Regularly check your tyre tread depths
It’s a situation none of us wants to be in, your tyre blowing out on a road, but it’s a very real possibility, especially if your tyre tread depth isn’t at the recommended level.
Not to mention, the fines which you could face if they are below the legal limit.
With our mobile tyre-fitting service, we can come to your home or workplace to fit new tyres, read more about this service here.
Keep the interior clean
One of the main things you should focus on when it comes to maintaining your cars beauty is keeping the interior nice and clean.
Having noticeably stained seats and the floor will vastly affect the sell-on value of your car.
Get your car serviced regularly
Getting your car serviced each year is money well spent! Potential issues are likely to be caught earlier on when they’re a lot cheaper to fix. Servicing your vehicle also increases the resale value and length of your vehicle’s life.
You could also make huge savings on MOT costs when keeping your car serviced due to potential issues being identified before the test!
On top of those points, a well-maintained car is more efficient, new filters make for a smoother running engine and a more fuel-efficient car while addressing issues such as under-inflated tyres will reduce rolling resistance and improve fuel consumption. so, you’ll make savings there too!
Don’t use cheap parts if you need repairs…
There are going to be times when your car requires new parts to replace old, damaged, or underperforming ones. We always use and recommend using the best quality parts whilst still thinking of your budget, parts come with warranty and like anything, if you’re paying too little, there’s probably a reason why!
We hope these simple tips are helpful to you and can you help extend the life of your vehicle!
The benefits of regular car servicing
