Your Car Can NOT Live Long Without..

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Guest Writer: Wissam Salman

Everyone has come across the word auto care some time in their lives. Maybe from a billboard or someone who loves to talk about cars. But what does it mean? Basically, everything you do to make your ride efficient and comfortable is auto care.

Just like the human body has different systems, digestive, nervous, circulatory, and, most importantly, mental system. The body functions when all these systems are healthy. Our vehicles also have a structure similar to our bodies. Today, we’ll talk about the things you can do to give your car a long and healthy life.

1. Tire Care

Cars run on wheels; we all know that. We also know that healthy tires are the key to fun and safe rides. But what can we do to keep the tires healthy and fit?                    

  • Regularly check the air pressure in all the tires.
  • Get the tires inspected before every long or short-haul journey.
  • Use an air compressor to keep the tires properly inflated.
  • Keep the tires clean and shiny with a tire gel.                                                                                           
  • In case of a tire burst, do not stop your vehicle immediately. Make a slow stop to change the spare wheel. Don’t forget to use the warning sign to alert the other drivers.
  • Replace old tires with new ones every five to six years.

Taking care of the tires is not a choice but a necessity. If you don’t give the tires the proper care they need and ignore their health, they can put your life in danger. What might look like just an under-inflated or worn-out tire can actually cause severe accidents on the road. 

2. Engine Care

The engine is the heart of a vehicle, thus the most important part to look after. You can keep the engine in its top shape by doing the following.

  • Brake and accelerate with a light foot.
  • Regularly change the engine oil at home or through a trusted mechanic.
  • Change the spark plugs when needed.
  • Use high-quality fuel to make the engine life better.
  • Check the water levels every time before a road trip or a journey.

What happens when you don’t take care of the car engine:

  • Your vehicle will soon start to experience problems such as stopping in the middle of nowhere.
  • The air conditioning performance of your car will be affected.
  • You may hear weird noises from the car engine.
  • The fuel efficiency of your car may be affected.
  • The brakes of your vehicle may fail and lead to a serious accident.

3. Paint Care

Overthinking about the car paint is not essential, but it does give you good resale. It also makes you feel confident and proud of your sweet ride. What keeps the car paint intact?

Some Extra Tips

Auto care or car maintenance might sound like an inconvenience, but your car is worth your love, money, and time. All the care you give your car will make your own life easier and better. So, why not go an extra mile, eh?

  • Change the brake fluid in time.
  • Keep an eye on the car fuel light.
  • Always keep a spare wheel in your car.
  • Check the water levels of the car frequently.
  • Charge the car battery to keep the engine running.
  • Change the AC filter after a few months.

Doing all of the above, you won’t have to rush to the mechanic every once in a while. You’ll always know how your car’s doing, and that’s beautiful. 

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4 Comments
  1. Khurram says

    This article is very informative, but please tell me what is a tire gel and what happens if someone does not use it? Besides, what carwax brand is cheap and good?

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