Running a car is an increasingly expensive business due to the mounting cost of fuel, repairs, insurance and taxes. Add in the cost of the car itself and you’re facing a sizeable annual bill for the convenience of being mobile.
It is possible to reduce costs by cutting corners — buying a cheaper, older car and having it serviced less frequently or not at all. However, that puts you at risk and may be more expensive in the long term since, when you do get problems; they will be more serious and take longer for our Kingsgrove mechanic to sort out.
The Best Ways to Save Money Safely
Cutting corners isn’t a sensible thing to do, particularly since it can put you in danger. But there are plenty of other things you can do to save money:
· Drive sensibly and efficiently. If you’re constantly accelerating and braking hard, that’s bad for fuel consumption and wear on the brakes. Instead, aim to drive smoothly, be aware of what’s ahead and change gear to adjust to your speed. That will save on fuel, make your car last longer and reduce the need for repairs by a Bexley mechanic.
· Check your tyres frequently. Worn tyres can be dangerous and those inflated to the wrong pressure will increase fuel consumption. Although you don’t need the best quality tyres, cheap ones that are under-inflated will cost you.
· Reduce the load. If you have a roof rack on the car, it’s producing drag and adding weight that will make fuel consumption worse. Similarly, if your boot’s full of stuff, it’s all added weight to carry so remove anything that’s not needed. Clear the clutter for better performance.
· Get the best deal. Shop around for insurance rather than just renewing automatically. That will ensure you get the cheapest price. Pay annually if you can because monthly instalments will incur interest.
· Care for your car. Keeping the car clean and in good order will prolong its useful life. And there are things you can do yourself to save money, such as replacing worn wiper blades and light bulbs.
Efficient Performance
If you do try to look after your car, you will be more aware of its state. So, you’ll know if the brakes look worn, if the tyres need replacing or if there are other defects.
Whilst you may not be able to correct these yourself, our Earlwood mechanic will be happy to help and early action will keep you safe and save you money on more extensive repairs later. We’ll also be happy to check things out and carry out regular services so your car will run as efficiently as possible.
