How to Extend the Life of Your Car in Gainesville, FL
How to Extend the Life of Your Car in Gainesville, FL
At Parks Lincoln of Gainesville, we understand the challenges of today’s economy. Fuel prices, costs for food, medical services, personal hobbies, services and nearly anything else you can think of continue to skyrocket. While we cannot be sure where things are going, we know that we need our cars to get us there. Our vehicles are more valuable than they’ve ever been and taking care of them is essential to saving money.
Your vehicle is one of the most important pieces of equipment you have and rely on each day. Yes, it’s important for getting to and from work but it also affords you so many other luxuries. Keeping your vehicle on the road and keeping the maintenance costs down are very important. Consider trying these tips to maintain your vehicle and keep it on the road for years.
Wash & wax your vehicle regularly.
Keep your Lincoln model's paint clean and protected by washing and waxing regularly.
Don't forget the interior.
The inside of your vehicle needs to be well maintained. Picking up debris and refuge throughout the vehicle can keep air filters clean and help the interior last longer as well. Seats tend to get more wear and tear than almost any other part of the vehicle which is why the upholstery is often replaced in older vehicles before many of the parts are. Consider protecting your seats as well with a cover, especially if you have kids or pets.
Keep an eye on your tires.
Tires are the most frustrating part of a vehicle because you can take great care of them and still have issues. However, there are things you can do to improve your chances of keeping them clean and safe. Routinely check your driveway for screws or nails as that’s where tires pick up debris most often. The same goes for where you park at work. Also, make sure you are checking the tread, driving on balding tires can lower control of the vehicle while driving, braking ability, hurt fuel mileage and put more wear and tear on the other tires.
Repair damage to your windshield as soon as possible.
Whether it’s on your windshield in the form of a chip or on your door in the form of a small dent, you should get those small issues taken care of. Chips can develop into cracks if left unintended and dents can rust as well. It’s common that these issues are cheaper and easier to fix when they are new than when they are several years old.
Fill up with care.
What type of gasoline should you put in your vehicle? In order to save, especially with prices so high, many drivers stick with regular gasoline because it’s the most affordable. While this is a good strategy for your budget, it may not be the best for your car. Consider mixing in some of the higher grade gas now and then as it will make a difference for long-term quality.
Keep up with oil changes.
Oil changes are not something you want to fall behind on. We tend to push these appointments as far as they can go but the reality is that we should get our oil changed as often as possible. Whether you are driving a recent or older Lincoln model, the key thing to remember is that routine maintenance will keep your vehicle running smoothly.
Change the filters.
Filters found throughout the vehicle can actually offer a great benefit in protecting certain areas of the car like your oil, fuel, air units and even your transmission. These filters have a major responsibility and need to be changed on schedule.
Use genuine OEM parts.
When you are making significant changes, consider using high-performance, genuine OEM parts. Replacement parts for your Lincoln will help improve its longevity and keep it running like new for years.
Make sure fluids are at the correct level.
Your oil, gas, air in the tires, washer fluid and any other level you can think of needs to be monitored routinely. Do not wait for levels to get so low that your car alerts you to the problem. Why? Low air pressure in your tires can lead to increased fuel usage and having less control of the vehicle when you are driving.
The best ways to ensure the longevity of your luxury vehicle are to drive safely and utilize routine maintenance services from the top team at Parks Lincoln of Gainesville. Our services are also available to Lincoln owners throughout the area including Alachua, Starke, Ocala and Lake City. Call our service team at 352-507-8020, schedule an appointment or visit us today at 3333 North Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32609 .