Having a Safe Vehicle Doesn’t Have to be Expensive
Prices have shot up in every facet of life, in recent years. I think we can all say that we are somewhat feeling the pinch. As a vehicle owner, you may find yourself in a position where car maintenance costs compete with your other expenses. So, what do you do when maintaining your vehicle pushes the boundaries of your budget?
Lower the Cost of Owning a Car or Truck
If you depend on your car in any way, keeping it functioning and on the road is vitally important. That said, keeping your vehicle safe is equally important. Basically, this all means that certain auto maintenance services are a must. And being consistent with preventative maintenance, really is the first step in lowering the overall cost of owning a car or truck.
Keep Your Older Vehicles On the Road
Statistics teach us that maintaining an older vehicle is less expensive than paying for a brand new vehicle. Having a safe vehicle does not have to be expensive, however your truck or car will require servicing. One of the primary benefits of regular maintenance is that it helps keep your car or truck performing optimally. It ensures that your older vehicles are not only on the road, but safe.
Avoid Major Car Repairs
Whenever your vehicle undergoes maintenance services, mechanics can often identify minor issues with your vehicle.These are opportunities for you to address problems before they advance and become major repairs. In many cases, when problems are fixed early, it can save you hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. So, it is important to set money aside at least for oil changes and basic auto maintenance.
Know Your Vehicle
Certain areas of your car are more subject to wear and tear than others, or they at least need you to keep an eye on them. Roadside assistance companies report that the majority of their callouts relate to flat batteries and flat tires. Fortunately, problems in these areas can often be detected in advance and before you get on the road. So, try to adopt the habit of checking the vulnerable areas of your vehicle regularly and definitely before long trips.
Often Imitated, Never Duplicated!
Rust Check of Watertown offers full, general automotive services on all types of cars, trucks, and commercial vehicles. They perform regular maintenance services like oil changes, fluid exchanges, tire replacements and rotations, suspension repairs, exhaust work, batteries, wipers, NYS Inspections and winterization checks and service. Rust Check of Watertown is also the home of the #1 Rust Prevention Oil-Based Treatment for Northern New York.
Customer Feedback
- Customer of 2+ years
What Keeps You Returning to Rust Check?
“Honesty, giving options, and timeliness of what needs to be done on my car, so I can keep it running for a long time. And actually answering the phone and returning calls!”
Walk Around Your Vehicle
Between auto services, walk around your vehicle maybe on weekends, or depending on how far and how often you drive it. As a layperson, look for things like corrosion on the battery terminals and be sure to keep them clean. Have your batteries tested every six to twelve months and replace them when needed. Also, ensure that your tires are correctly inflated. If you notice uneven wear on tires, bring it to the attention of your mechanic as early as possible.
Be Prepared... for Anything
As much as you work hard to drive a well-maintained vehicle, breakdowns do occur. Being proactive and prepared can save you money and it can prevent a bad situation from getting worse. During the panic of a breakdown, you wouldn’t want to search for last-minute solutions. And if you did, you would most likely be forced to pay emergency pricing. Therefore, I believe roadside assistance is a must. It can save you money exponentially when you are in a bind. In fact, even if you only use it once a year, it could save you hundreds and hundreds of dollars.As you see, a few proactive steps can help avoid a crisis on the side of the road, and all of the added expenses that can involve. In many instances, small problems with your car or truck can be caught way before they become big problems. So, how do you stay safe on a budget? Fix minor problems before they become costly major repairs. Let us help you repair what is needed now, in six months or in a year from now.
with Rust Check of Watertown
Call: (315) 782-1900
About the Author
Terrence Smith is a Watertown native and a family man. He had vaguely heard of Rust Check as a teenager, before he began driving. Later, when he purchased his first vehicle, the dealership advised him to visit Rust Check’s flagship location (1 hr away) to protect his new vehicle from rust. Rust Check worked so well and Terrence was so impressed with the process, that he began asking the company to open a Northern New York location. With time, it was Terrence himself who opened Rust Check of Watertown.
Incredibly, it has now been more than 33 years since Terrence’s first visit to Rust Check and he still owns that 1989 Cadillac. Moreover, Rust Check of Watertown continues to faithfully serve the Northern New York community. It has been 15 years ...and counting.
