In our role as Volkswagen dealers in Maryland, we consider it our responsibility to help you save money whenever possible. That’s why we offer specials on our new cars like the 2017 Volkswagen Golf as well as our previously owned automobiles. It’s also why we offer deals you can redeem in our Volkswagen service center and our Volkswagen parts department.
We also like to provide tips about the things you can do on your own that keep your overall cost of car ownership as low as possible. The top maintenance tip that can save you money is to keep up with your car’s routine maintenance. AAA estimates that car owners can save an average of $100 per service appointment simply by having their automobiles serviced regularly.
Here are a few additional money-saving maintenance tips that drivers often overlook:
· Examine Your Electrical: The majority of electrical problems in cars start at the battery terminals. So, you should check your battery terminals whenever you have your hood up. If you rarely look under the hood, make it a point to do so every few weeks so you can inspect your battery terminals. Make sure the terminals are clean and debris-free. Examine the wires from the connectors to ensure they’re tight and that they don’t have breaks or cracks. Look over your negative and positive cables as well to make sure they’re clean and free of any cracks or breaks.
· Check Your Fluid Levels: Your automobile relies on certain critical fluids to keep it running properly and safely. These fluids include oil, windshield washer fluid, brake fluid, and transmission fluid. Because these liquids are so vital, you should make sure you have the right levels of them whenever you stop to refill your gas tank.
· Check Your Tires: Even slight changes in the temperature can affect the air pressure in your tires. Maintaining the right air pressure in your tires is necessary to prolong your tires’ life and for you to get the best fuel economy out of your automobile. Every time you stop for gas, be sure you check your tires’ air pressure and make any adjustments that are necessary. You should check the tread on your tires when you check your air pressure. If your tread is too low to keep you safe on the road, make an appointment with our Volkswagen service center near Ellicott City, MD so we can replace your tires.
Remember – the smartest thing you can do to save on service throughout your automobile’s life is keep up with its routine maintenance schedule. If your car is due for some routine maintenance, bring it to Heritage Volkswagen Catonsville for a service appointment today.