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No matter how long you’ve been a car owner, there are always new things to learn! Here are several facts most people don’t know about their cars, and it may even help you in a crisis (or trivia night!). Rust never sleeps, so wash your car. Don’t park in grass — it can create a moist environment beneath your car and cause rust. However, if you wash your car regularly, you can help prevent rust. When you get a car wash, be sure to purchase the option with the undercarriage spray. Car batteries are regional. Car batteries are designed for regional environments. A battery in Florida is different than one in Minnesota due to different temperatures and humidity. Under-inflated tires reduce fuel economy by up to 30%. With under-inflated tires, you’ll not only wear down your tires faster, but you’ll also lose about 30% of your fuel economy. Protect against sludge and engine failure, get your oil changed! With a lack of oil changes, engine sludge can build up and cause breakdowns. Getting an oil change every 3,000 miles is ideal, but if you drive a lot of highway miles, 5,000 miles is perfectly fine. Check your owner’s manual for your vehicle’s needs. Just be sure to check and top Ask a Tech!
FAST AUTO FACTS
off your oil, as needed. Some engines burn oil, causing the level to drop, which can be detrimental to your engine in the long-term.
A sweet smell is sometimes the first sign of a coolant leak. You often never see a coolant leak when your engine is running because it evaporates before it can hit the ground. However, coolant leaks can cause very serious repairs. You’ll often sense them from an unusual sweet smell in your car, kind of like syrup. Take an extra 20 minutes to let your engine cool off. When in doubt, tow your vehicle. If your car’s temperature light is blinking away, that means your car is overheating and you need to pull over. Even if you’re five minutes away from home, taking extra precautions to pull your car off the road could make the difference between a $400 repair and a $4,000 repair. Classic cars require constant tinkering. Remember how in classic movies, fathers and sons are constantly tinkering with their cars in the garage? There’s a reason why. Every 2,000–3,000 miles, classic cars need tinkering and adjustments. Stay away from purchasing one if you’re not sure you can afford the repairs!
That’s all from us for now. Hope these are helpful for you! Thanks for reading and stay tuned!
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