Regular vehicle service check-ups are highly recommended to keep your vehicle running in good condition and to save you money in the long term. With regular check-ups and servicing, you are more likely to prevent any major repair expenses from creeping up on you in the future. Anyone with experience on working on cars, or who has ever had to spend a lot of money on getting their car repaired, will no doubt tell you not to ignore preventative maintenance. It is important and cost effective to have the experts catch anything serious, before it becomes a major driving issue, or a safety hazard for you, your passengers, or others on the road. Some useful tips to ensure that you maintain your car and keep your future maintenance and repair costs down are: • Read Your owner’s manual to get to know your vehicle • Keep up with schedule and manufacture recommended vehicle inspections • Follow your manufacturer’s maintenance schedule guidelines • Change your oil, replace it regularly and make sure you use the right oil • Check your tire pressure and tread monthly • Self inspect your lights periodically • Check your fluids even if you don’t know how to replace them, and don’t ignore a leak • Get your serpentine and timing belts inspected and replaced when necessary • Check your battery and clean the contacts if required • Replace your windshield wipers when your visibility gets impaired due to streaky glass • Replace your cabin air filter and engine air for a more pleasant ride • Get your tires rotated, balanced and check your alignment • Change your spark plugs when needed These are just a few things that your vehicle needs, and we at NMT Oakville can help you with any of the above.