Did you know that your vehicle should receive tune-ups every 10,000-20,000 miles? Also, eight out of every 10 vehicles on the road in the United States need some type of service. October is Fall Car Care Month in the U.S. and is the perfect opportunity to get your vehicle in tip-top shape before the weather shifts.
The nonprofit Car Care Council, which manages Fall Car Care Month and the Be Car Care Aware consumer campaign, makes it easy to find shops participating in Fall Car Care Month. A list of participating shops can be found on the Car Care Council website.
Some proactive steps you can take include: Inspecting your tires (normally require replacing after 50,000-60,000 miles), having your battery tested (which on average lasts three to five years, depending on climate and other conditions) when you take it in for service and checking your fluids as needed. Even the simplest car check-up can help prevent breakdowns and save you time and money this winter.
When taking your vehicle in, make sure you ask the proper questions:
- What will technicians check?
- What are some of the possible repair procedures?
- Have they repaired your specific vehicle before?
- Is the estimate free?
- If repairs are needed, how much will everything cost?
Now is a also a good time to be prepared in the event of a collision. Do your homework now to find an I-CAR Gold Class® Shop that has collision repair professionals with up-to-date training that contributes to complete, safe and quality repairs.
Taking preventative steps now can keep your vehicle and family safe on the road. Happy driving!