Auto Repair Help Line - 5 Facts Every Student Needs To Avoid That Late-Night Call Home

We find ourselves again at that time when the fledglings pile their belongings into the car and head out for another year of academic achievement. Mom, Dad, Legal Guardian... you all should be proud they've made it this far!

And with all the pressures they are under, here are some tips straight from the pros to save you unwanted stress and spending along the path to higher learning.

Auto Repair Help Line #1: One of the most frequently overlooked ways to keep your kids safe is to simply take care of oil changes. "You would be amazed how many people forget to do this" says Bob, owner of SPARKS Complete Car Care in Naperville. "It's an inexpensive way to make sure everything's working. In fact, any good shop should be doing a full visual inspection while changing the oil just to make sure there aren't any problems waiting in the wings."

Auto Repair Help Line #2: Skip maintenance to save money? Sure, only if you want to buy a new car every few years. Jim from Warrenville Car Clinic says: "Your regular maintenance is a lot like going to the doctor for a check up. When you walk out of there you can be sure you're in good health. You shouldn't avoid it just to save a few pennies."

Auto Repair Help Line #3: Samantha, service writer for Certified Auto in Woodridge, knows all about the hazards of not checking your brakes: "It's safer, and will save money if you get your brakes checked before they start making those noises! If you hear something, that means they may be wearing down something besides the pads. That may cost more money, but worse yet, it could mean you might have some trouble stopping."

Auto Repair Help Line #4: "Always make sure your belts and hoses are in solid condition. Making sure they're not cracked or full of holes can avoid some major issues." Says Jim from Mr. Jim's Automotive in Naperville.

Auto Repair Help Line #5: "You wouldn't walk around in shoes that have holes in them, would you?" Asks Dan from Tom's Service Center in Wheaton. "Tire rotations are frequently overlooked, but getting one every 4-6 months can almost double the life of your tires."

There you have it, the top 5 stress saving tips right from the people who know the best. Now get out there and study!
About the Author

Drew Turnbaugh is Americas leading authority on communication for the auto repair industry and founder of The International Automotive Network (IanAuto). IanAuto is responsible for helping consumers overcome auto repair scare using communication based methods.