All motorists should know the date for their next car service. You never quite know what they are going to repair, and if you will have enough money. Many motorists today look for that ‘magical’ acronym ‘FSH” when shopping for new cars, which stands for ‘full-service history’. This provides some peace of mind because all services have been taken care of.
What are you doing about your annual service?1,2
Especially during these difficult financial times caused by the pandemic, motorists are tempted to forget about the annual service, as it may not be affordable. This is not a good idea. Others may try to service the car themselves and thus save money. Read on and find out why you should service your car regularly.
How can I safeguard my warranty?1,2
Take your car in for the regular, specified services to safeguard the manufacturer’s warranty. Losing your warranty by not adhering to its requirements may mean you have to pay for expensive repairs. If you are not sure, contact your dealer to establish when the next service is due according to the warranty.
It’s all about maintenance1,2
It’s common knowledge that everything in life needs to be maintained, and this includes cars. Engine parts are constantly working and slowly wearing out. They either need to be repaired or replaced. The oil and air filters prevent dust or other materials from damaging the engine itself, and their regular servicing prolongs the engine’s life and improves its performance.
What if you service the car yourself?1,2
Servicing your own modern car is beyond the reach of most motorists. Even if you can change the oil and replace the air filter on an older car, you may overlook something else that should be replaced or repaired. This, in turn, can compromise your safety and that of your passengers.
Choose the professionals to service your car1,2
Professionals use sophisticated computer programs to assess the ‘health’ of the modern car, including the suspension, coolant, exhaust system, and brakes. It’s vital to detect any wear and tear in its early stages. If neglected, a ‘domino’ effect may occur where one worn engine part may damage another one in turn.
What about the tyres? 1,2
Tyres are crucial for maintaining road safety and need to be maintained as much as an engine. Always monitor their wear and tear, ensuring that the tyre tread depth remains within legal limits. Keep an eye on your tyre pressures regularly.
Look after your car1,2
Besides paying for a house, cars are the next most expensive item in anyone’s budget. Like anything in life, what you put in is what you get out. Looking after your car with TLC will provide you with optimal performance and a great resale value. Remember, a full-service history is usually a prerequisite to a successful sale when it comes to selling your car.
Even though your car is performing great because you have had it serviced regularly, it still needs to be protected with good cover. Are you looking for affordable car insurance? Contact PMD to find out more about their affordable car insurance with unique benefits such as premiums that don’t increase*. T’s and C’s apply.
This article was prepared by Eric Sandmann in his personal capacity. The views and opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own. The views and opinions in the article should not be attributed to anyone but the author unless expressly stated. Nothing in this article should be relied upon as advice, this publication is presented for informational purposes only. No person should act or refrain from acting in reliance on any information found in this article, without first obtaining proper financial advice from the appropriate professional. The author makes no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, or completeness, of any information linked from, referred to, or contained in this article. The author reserves the right, to edit and change the content of this article.
Sources:
1https://www.evanshalshaw.com/blog/6-reasons-why-you-should-service-your-car/
2https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-advice/the-importance-of-servicing-your-car-23584