Car maintenance costs: what can you save on?

Driving costs money. And we don't just mean petrol, insurance and road tax. The maintenance costs of your car can also be a significant expense. But... there is good news. With the tips below you can save on the maintenance of your car.

Practical tips for maintaining your car

Tip 1: Change the oil and replace air and fuel filters yourself

To start, as a motorist, you can acquire basic knowledge about maintaining your car. Regularly changing the oil and replacing air and fuel filters are relatively simple actions. By doing this yourself, you can already save on the maintenance costs of your car at the garage.

Furthermore, a touch-up pen is a useful tool for repairing small scratches.

Tip 2: Use a cover to prevent paint damage

A cover is a simple way to prevent rust and paint damage, for example. Just as the human body benefits from good clothing, you can also save on the maintenance of your car. This is a tip in the category 'prevention is better than cure'.

Tip 3: 'Listen' to the car and follow the dashboard instructions

'Hear, see and be silent' can be disastrous for your car. Listening to your body keeps you healthy as a human being. The same goes for the car. If you hear strange noises, or a light comes on on your dashboard, that is a sign. By taking immediate action, by listening, you keep the maintenance costs of your car limited.

Tip 4: Don't drive away with a cold engine

There are also people who like to drive away quickly; even with a cold engine. With a quiet start you often get further and arrive safer. In any case This will save you both on fuel costs, as on the maintenance costs of your car. By demanding less from your car, you can travel longer with your car.

Tip 5: Take your car to the garage for maintenance every now and then

It seems strange: taking your car to the garage for maintenance does not immediately sound like a saving. However, it can save you a lot of money if you have your car serviced on a frequent basis. Especially for really old cars, it can be worthwhile to have your car checked once every six months. This can ultimately result in a big saving during the MOT inspection.

In short: you can keep maintenance costs low

To summarize the tips for maintaining your car:

• Do what you can yourself, outsource what you cannot
• Use a cover for extra protection
• Follow the instructions on your dashboard and stop the car if you hear anything strange
• Don't drive away with a cold engine, but let your engine warm up
• Have old cars checked extra

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