There are certain components of every car that wear out over time. These components may be filters, which get dirty and need to be changed. There may be brakes and belts, which wear down and lose effectiveness. There may be engine oil, power steering fluid, and other fluids, which need to be refilled, changed, or flushed.

No matter the reason, it’s crucial you adhere to the upkeep schedule for your car. Components such as these that require maintenance at regular intervals have a more limited lifespan than your car’s other, more permanent, parts. Not adhering to your maintenance schedule will affect the core systems in your car, leading to poor performance, more serious repairs, and reduced overall value.

The best thing you can do for your car — and your own safety — is to follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule.

Take care of your car and it will take good care of you.

You may see your gas mileage decrease. Your vehicle may start running rough. If your check engine light comes on that could also be an indicator that your vehicle needs a tune up. The owner’s manual that came with your vehicle may suggest a tune up at a certain mileage.

Although there are many things that can cause tire damage, improper inflation is the main problem we see. Always keep a tire pressure gauge in your vehicle and frequently check the pressure of all tires.