Car News Articles 
 Alternative Fuel Vehicles
 Automotive Articles
 Car Buying Tips
 Car Insurance Articles
 Car Maintenance
 Car News
 Car Racing
 Car Repair (22)
 Car Safety
 
 Driving Economically
 Environmental Issues
 Exterior Car Care
 Garage Know How
 
 How Car Stuff Works
 Motorcycle Articles
 Road Trips
 Traveling with Kids
 Younger - Older Drivers
 
 Amsoil Synthetic Oil
 Article Archives




spacer
spacer
Car Repair

Get More Miles Out of Your Car or Truck

Get more miles out of your car and truck...stretch your vehicles life.


(NewsUSA) - Due to the current economic climate, many Americans are becoming less willing to make expensive purchases. Even the nation's long-held love affair with the automobile hasn't escaped the penny-pinching trend.

The latest trends demonstrate that Americans are trying to stretch the mileage of their current vehicles. In 2006, the average car owner drove their car for 68 months before trading it in for a new vehicle. By the fourth quarter of 2008, the average trade-in was 76 months old.

The following simple and inexpensive preventive checks provided by The Automotive Service Association (www.ASAshop.org), which represents thousands of repair shops nationwide, will greatly extend the life of the vehicle and ensure safer operation:

- Always consult your owner's manual, but a good rule of thumb is to have the oil and filter changed regularly, every 3,000 to 4,000 miles.

- Have all fluids checked, including brake, power steering, transmission and transaxle, windshield washer solvent and antifreeze. These fluids play a large role in the safety and performance of the vehicle.

- Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.

- Have the chassis lubricated frequently. This step extends the life of the moving components of the vehicle's suspension system.

- Check battery cables and connections for corrosion, and clean them as needed.

- Have the lighting system checked frequently, including headlights, turn signals and brake and tail lights.

- Check windshield wiper blades for cracks, tears and windshield contact. Replace them approximately once a year or sooner if streaking begins.

- Inspect engine belts regularly. Worn belts will affect the engine performance. Look for cracks and missing sections or segments.

- Have the air filtration system checked frequently. The air filter should be checked approximately every other oil change for clogging or damage. This system ensures that the vehicle is performing at its peak condition.

Always consult the vehicle owner's manual for individual service schedules as manufacturer maintenance requirements will vary.

Automotive Service Association members agree to follow ASA's Code of Ethics, which is the automotive service industry's standard for professional business practices with consumers in mind. For more information, visit ASA at www.ASAshop.org.







Related Articles:
Get More Miles Out of Your Car or Truck
Communication Vital to Quality Auto Repairs
Is It Best To Repair Or Replace Your Car?
Import Exhaust Repairs Made Simple
Auto Windshield Repair using OEM vs Non-OEM Glass
Why You May Lose The Right To Repair
Choose A Collision Repair Center Carefully
Reattaching the Rearview Mirror
Repairing a Tire
How to Change a Car Fuse
Jump Starting Your Car a great little tip to know.
Car Repairs and Preventative Maintenance
Car Scratch Repair Tips and Quick Fixes
Car Windshield Repair
Car Rust Repair as Easy as Sand, Scrap and Paint

spacer
sdg
make image
model image
zip code


Stay Updated!


Car Repair
Related Articles
How to Find Mechanics Who
How Many Scratches Will You
How To Find An Auto
Small Car Repairs Now Can
Auto Repair Advice: Learn To
Get More Miles Out of
Communication Vital to Quality Auto
Is It Best To Repair
Import Exhaust Repairs Made Simple
Auto Windshield Repair using OEM
Why You May Lose The
Choose A Collision Repair Center
Reattaching the Rearview Mirror
Repairing a Tire
How to Change a Car
Jump Starting Your Car a
Car Repairs and Preventative Maintenance
Car Scratch Repair Tips and
Car Windshield Repair
Car Rust Repair as Easy
spacer

Feed Button



Car Insurance Info | Newsletter | Car Classifieds | Online Car Rentals
Auto Pictures | Link To Carjunky.com



Complete List of Article RSS News Feeds


Copyright © 1999 - . CarJunky® All Rights Reserved.