Media post: 3 Ways to Prepare your New Car for a Long Life

Buying a new car is exciting, and, at that moment, it feels like the thought of your precious vehicle deteriorating is in the far away future. However, if you don’t take steps early to protect your new ride, it will become an old clunker before you ever imagined it could.

Learn more about the three ways you can keep your car running well and extend its lifespan beyond even the salesperson’s imagination.

1. Have a Warranty

Car troubles are inevitable, and unfortunately, many of the issues you cannot fix on your own. This means you must go to a dealership or a mechanic to fix it. Sadly, getting your car fixed is incredibly expensive, even for some more minor repairs.

Not all insurance policies and warranty programs are created equally. Some warranties, like the BMW warranty, can be expensive while providing only limited services. This can frustrate customers because the plan makes it incredibly difficult for them to handle their problems.

Thankfully, excellent car insurance and third-party extended warranties help substantially regarding repairs. Car warranties help financially if there is a defective car part and may even provide free maintenance. A good warranty will also provide refunds if the client is unsatisfied.

2. Know What General Upkeep Is Needed and When

One of the best things you can do to help keep your car running for a long time is to stay on top of general upkeep. This includes:

 – Checking Brake Fluid

– Check Coolant Levels

– Rotate Tires and Keep Them Filled

– Regular Oil Changes

But don’t just assume that your car will let you know when it’s time for upkeep. While some dashboard lights may indicate problems, you want to be ahead of issues.

So before you drive off the lot, do some research on what your car will need in the future and some potential timelines to follow. Doing these general upkeep tasks promotes your vehicle’s overall wellbeing. And when you do the research ahead of time instead of waiting for problems, you will protect your car from damage, extending its lifespan.

3. Get a Tune-Up

Something else you can do is get your car tuned up. A tune-up is a little more in-depth than general upkeep tasks. It usually entails a mechanic going through the engine and other areas of the car and looking for any possible issues, and removing and replacing smaller parts that are old or may need updating.

Benefits of a tune-up include,

 – It helps with gas mileage

– Reduces harmful emissions

– Increases resale value

If you’re looking to keep your ride in the best condition for as long as possible, put a tune-up on your calendar now, and don’t miss it. It’s easy to say now “Of course, I’ll get a tune-up on time.” But we all lose track of time, and the safest way to guarantee your car’s condition is to have a plan.

Tune-up timeframes vary depending on your car. However, most newer cars can go at least 25,000 miles before they’re due for their appointment.

Because it’s typically based on miles, the timeframe for needing a tune-up will vary from one driver to the next. For example, the average male driver, aged 35 to 54 drives about 18,000 miles per year. This means that they should schedule a tune-up about a year and a half after bringing home their new car.

Do Not Hesitate to Keep Your New Car Running Well

It can be easy to delay and not do everything that can help your car run better. All it takes is to get a good extended warranty, regular upkeep, and get it tuned up. These things will increase your vehicle’s lifespan and help it run better.