October is
Fall Car Care Month. The milder temperatures make this the perfect time of year
to get out and make sure your car is road ready. After all, you don’t want to
wait until a blustery winter sets in, do you?
Even more
important to consider, AAA regularly anticipates coming to the aid of more than
one million stranded motorists during the year-end holiday season. This can
really put a damper on your holiday spirit when you consider that most of these
emergencies are highly preventable. Some of the more common problems involve:
1. Dead or corrosive batteries
2. Tires with excessive wear
3. Damaged brake systems that isn’t equipped to deal with
wet and icy road conditions
4. Limited visions due to worn wiper blades, low windshield
washer fluid and defrosters that aren’t working properly
Alarmingly,
a recent report by the Car Care Council shows that three out of four cars,
roughly 77 percent, are currently in some need of service or repair. As you can
see from the accompanying info graphic, engine oil is the top culprit when it
comes to vehicle trouble, followed closely by engine coolant. Brake, steering,
and transmission fluids are also important to the performance or your
automobile and should be checked regularly.
Eventually,
of course, all cars require routine maintenance and service. A vehicle service
contract (VSC) is a great way to plan for this inevitability and could save you
time and money. In fact, a VSC can provide you with several value-added extras
such as discounts on oil changes, towing, rental cars, locksmiths, roadside
assistance and hotels in the event that something does go wrong. Plus, you’ll
have 24-hour technical assistance and access to qualified service
professionals.
If you still
have questions about what to look for on your vehicle, the Car Care Council
offers a free 60-page guide on their website which covers major car components
and service recommendations. Plus, while you are at their site, you can set up
service schedules, get DIY tips, use an online diagnostics tool to identify any
car problems, locate a mechanic and much more. That way you are always prepared
for what’s down the road and your vehicle is good to go year-round.
For more
consumer tips and information regarding extended warranties and vehicle service
contracts, be sure to visit: https://www.facebook.com/amtservicecorp
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