Mechanics agree that preventing a car problem is much less expensive in the long run than fixing a car problem. Auto repairs can hit the wallet hard, but the need for these repairs is greatly reduced when drivers make sure that they get simple maintenance work done on a consistent basis. Your car will last longer and it will be in the shop less often if you pay attention to the following areas.

First, you should have a mechanic check regularly the balancing of your tires and the alignment of your wheels. When tires are not properly balanced and wheels are not rightly aligned, there can be excessive wear to your suspension, leading to more expensive repairs later on. You should also have your tires rotated every six months. This ensures that your tires all get about the same amount of wear in a year. When you do not have your tires rotated, one or more of them will get a lot more wear than the others. Consequently, those tires will have to be replaced more frequently, driving up the cost of keeping your vehicle on the road.

Secondly, you need to have the oil in your car or truck changed every 3,000 miles. If oil is not changed, sludge can build up in your engine and cause wear to your pistons, rod, and other important motor parts. Eventually, your entire engine can fail, so make sure that you get someone to change your oil regularly. It is the most important step for lowering your repair bills over time and keeping your car lasting longer.

Of course, there are other preventative steps that are wise. Getting your breaks checked can improve the safety of your car or truck and keep your rotors from wearing out. An annual air conditioning check will ensure that it is working properly and not putting out too much effort to cool your vehicle – effort that can wear it out and lead to a costly repair.

Residents of Baltimore, Columbia, and Ellicott City, Maryland, are fortunate to have a convenient, one stop place to get all this work done and more. The friendly staff at Convenience Retailing will be sure to get your work done when you need it and at a price you can afford. Specializing in both preventative care and repairs for cars and trucks, Convenience Retailing is ready to meet your vehicle needs today.

Please visit http://convenienceretailing.net/ and select the car care center nearest you.

Greenspring Shell

2859 Smith Avenue Baltimore, MD 21209 (410) 484-3664

Columbia Sunoco

7248 Cradlerock Way Columbia, MD 21045 (410) 381-1130

Dorsey Hall Sunoco

4755 Dorsey Hall Drive Ellicott City, MD 21042 (410) 740-2305