Clunker Care For Car Owners

Not everyone who owns a rusting relic will seek to trade their car in under the federal government’s “Car Allowance Rebate System” or CARS. More widely known as “cash for clunkers” the program has been responsible for taking well over 300,000 aged vehicles off the road so far, models which consume a lot gas and pollute heavily.

Ford BroncoTo that end, a number of different organizations including those with a vested interest in having consumers keep their old cars going (that is, after market parts suppliers) are offering tips to drivers on how to extend the life of their vehicle. Indeed, with a little extra care, many cars can be driven for several more years which means that owners won’t have to fork over monthly payments for their new ride, a downside of the CARS plan.

Your Valuable Investment

The fact is that ‘Cash for Clunkers’ is only going to benefit a very small fraction of consumers. Many do not qualify for the program and others are very hesitant to spend money for a new car, opting to keep their current vehicles longer. It’s important to remind motorists that those who treat their vehicles as valuable investments and commit to regular vehicle maintenance, end up saving a lot of money.

Preventive Maintenance Tips You Need

To help ensure reliability and safety, and extend vehicle life, the Car Care Council recommends these preventive maintenance steps:

  • Change the oil and filter every 3,000 to 5,000 miles or per the owner’s manual. Periodic oil and filter changes keep your engine clean on the inside.
  • Check the tire pressure at least monthly, including the spare. Your car’s tires affect its ride, handling, traction and safety.
  • Schedule a tune-up annually to optimize your car’s performance. A well-tuned engine delivers the best balance of power and fuel economy, and produces the lowest level of emissions.

Have the alignment checked at least annually. Potholes and other road conditions, as well as normal wear, can take their toll on your car’s steering and suspension. A wheel alignment reduces tire wear, improves fuel economy and handling, and increases driving enjoyment and safety.

Inspect the windshield wipers and lights on the car. Lights and wipers play a major role in safe driving, and they are normal wear items that need periodic replacement.

So there you have it! Solid tips on how you can extend the life of your car, avoiding costly payments while getting many more years out of your favorite ride.

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