This time of year, many people are putting together sweet gifts for their loved ones: chocolate, flowers, jewelry, and delicious meals. It’s fun to be able to do kind things for the ones we love and show them that we care. While considering to whom we wish to show our goodwill, we should remember a particular something that does a lot for us day-to-day: our cars!
Gulf Breeze Automotive in Gulf Breeze, FL, knows the importance of showing our cars that we care. When we give our vehicles the attention and upkeep that they need, they reward us with fewer issues and less expense. Because Gulf Breeze Automotive wants you to have a healthy relationship with your car, we’ve put together some helpful maintenance tips that will help you give it the care it needs.
Change Your Oil
This is a maintenance must for all cars! When you don’t change your oil, over time, the old oil loses its ability to lubricate the inner workings of your engine. You can expect overheating, parts grinding, and eventually seizure. So do your car a favor and schedule your oil changes regularly! If you’re not sure how often you should be going in, Gulf Breeze Automotive can help you figure out the best oil change schedule for your car.
Check Your Brake Pads
Properly functioning brakes are essential to safety while driving. You want to make sure your brake pads are being checked so that you can brake efficiently while on the road. The next time you are at your local repair shop for your oil change or service appointment, make sure that they check your brake pads as well.
Replace Your Old Tires
Tires usually last around 3-5 years, and their mileage could be as little as 30,000 miles or as much as 80,000. It depends on the brand, the style/amount of driving, and whether or not the tires have been serviced regularly. Once your tires have reached the point of needing to be replaced, don’t put it off! Driving on worn tires puts you at risk for a dangerous blowout. If you aren’t sure how much life is left in your tires, the experts at Gulf Breeze Automotive can help you decide when you should get new ones.
When you care for your car regularly, you can know that your car will be more reliable overall. That’s a great feeling to have in any relationship! Gulf Breeze Automotive in Gulf Breeze, FL, wants you to be able to show your car some TLC this month. If you have service questions or want to set up your next appointment, call us at 850-733-4028.