7755 Othello Ave., San Diego, CA 92111
7755 Othello Ave., San Diego, CA 92111
The normal operating temperature of your car is probably somewhere around 200 degrees. That’s pretty hot! The vehicles of today are designed for performance — benefitting from technological advances in pressurized systems. [...]
While vehicles mean everything to drivers, sometimes people don't give them the care and attention they deserve. But in order to ensure cars are functioning well and will be for many years to come, it's vital to take care of routine car checkups and important maintenance tasks.
Not only can a pre-trip inspection help reduce chances of costly and possibly dangerous road trouble, it also provides an opportunity to have repairs made at home, with one's own technician who knows the vehicle.
An average of 13,000 Americans are killed between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day, some as a result of unperformed vehicle maintenance, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Each year, neglected maintenance leads to more than 2,600 deaths, nearly 100,000 disabling injuries and more than $2 billion in lost wages, medical expenses and property damage.
According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect. The following simple and inexpensive preventive checks will greatly extend the life of the vehicle, ensure safer operation and even benefit the environment.
Car care is definitely a win-win situation. Besides helping the environment, a properly maintained and operated vehicle will run more efficiently, will be safer, and will last longer-up to 50% longer, according to a survey of ASE-certified Master Auto Technicians. The following tips should put you on the road to environmentally conscious car care.
Mechanical failure—an inconvenience anytime it occurs–can be deadly in the winter. Preventive maintenance is a must. Besides, a well-maintained vehicle is more enjoyable to drive, lasts longer, and could command a higher resale price.
Times are changing…cars are changing. One of the biggest changes in today’s automotive industry is the perception of a “tune-up.” Ask 10 vehicle owners their definition of a tune-up and chances are there’ll be 10 different answers. The classic “tune-up” was once the heart of the automotive business and contrary to some beliefs; today’s modern vehicles still need tune-ups to keep them performing at the most efficient levels.
Summer’s heat, dust, and stop-and-go traffic, will take their toll on your vehicle. Add the effects of last winter, and you could be poised for a breakdown. You can lessen the odds of mechanical failure through periodic maintenance. . . Your vehicle should last longer and command a higher resale price, too!
Southern California drivers put up with some of the toughest traffic conditions in the world. Depending on your commute or weekend outing you could potentially be stuck in stop-and-go traffic for hours. Despite the splendid sunshine and clear skies, these can be considered severe driving conditions for any vehicle no matter the make or model. Wentworth Automotive is located just North of San Diego and is very familiar with the automotive issues that Southern California drivers face on a daily basis.
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