There are a lot of things that can go wrong with a car.
Some vehicles seem like they need work at least once a month.
While some cars are simply destined to break down, there are some things that you can do to keep the rate of car failure low.
This strategy is called preventative maintenance.
The goal of preventative maintenance is to fix potential problems before they become an issue, which will save you money and hassle.
This article is going to discuss some of the fundamentals of automobile preventative care.
First, the absolute most important thing that you can do for your car is change the oil on a regular basis.
Most mechanics recommend draining it, and refilling it, at least every six months or three to five thousand miles.
The reason that changing the oil is important is because it lubricates all moving parts inside the vehicle and keeps them from wearing on each other.
If you do not change the oil and keep the engine at the correct fill level, eventually the engine will have a major break, requiring you to essentially replace the car.
Second, correct tire pressure is paramount to a well functioning car.
The correct air pressure for your vehicle is listed on a sticker label located on the side of the door panel.
Having tires that are overinflated will cause excessive wear down the center of the tire and having tires that are underinflated will result in uneven wear on the edges.