Every automobile manufacturer has a list of recommended maintenance services designed to maximize the life of your automobile, and…
While they may seem expensive at the time, compared to the cost of automotive repairs now days they really are not that expensive after all. Keep in mind also, that those maintenance recommendations that are printed in your owner’s manuals are generic, and are intended to be more of a guideline rather than an exact list of requirements. Your specific driving habits, the types of roads you most commonly travel, and the specific environment in which you drive play a key role in the actual maintenance as it relates to what your automobile may or may not need at any given mileage interval. This is where having a good relationship with a certified automotive technician or shop comes in real handy. You need to find a technician or shop that uses a common sense approach in determining what needs to be done to your car or truck, and when it needs to be done.