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Whether your car racks up its miles on a daily commute, running errands, or shuttling kids to and from school and other activities, safety and reliability are always a priority. Ensure the vehicle gets regular maintenance checks from a local garage is a great start, but there are a few other steps drivers can take to promote good working condition. P & T Automotive Repair, the go-to car repair professionals in High Point, NC, share how to properly care for your automobile below. 

How to Maintain Your Vehicle

1. Check the Oil

Drivers should familiarize themselves with checking their car's oil every few weeks. It's an easy procedure that can mean the difference between having your engine seize up on the road and consistently enjoying a smooth, uninterrupted ride. To do this, pop the hood, remove the oil dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it back into the tube. Next, remove it a second time, observing whether the substance falls between the two marks as it should. 

2. Replace Wipers Regularly

car repairWindshield wipers tend to get overlooked. In drier parts of the country, drivers can go for weeks without having to turn them on, and even during a light drizzle, they're not necessarily crucial to your safety. But, no matter where you live, it’s vital to avoid their malfunctioning during a torrential storm or blizzard. Check them once a month and take them in to a car repair specialist if they show signs of an issue.

3. Tire Pressure

Good tire pressure means improved traction on wet surfaces and better overall car performance. In fact, they are so crucial to a person’s ability to steer and manage a vehicle, that studies indicate underinflated tires are three times more likely to get drivers into an accident. Consult the vehicle’s manual to properly gauge this feature or take it in to have a car repair expert inspect them.   

For more than three decades, the family-owned and -operated P & T Automotive Repair has been helping North Carolina drivers get their vehicles back on the road. Whether you're looking for brake service, wheel alignment, muffler system work, or other types of car repair, the experienced technicians will give your vehicle the care and attention it needs. Visit the the website to learn more about their dependable services, or call the team directly at (336) 869-8051.  

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