The Cost of Doing, or Not Doing Regular Maintenance

Does it really save you money to do regular maintenance? Will it keep more money in your pocket, and your vehicle on the road longer?

Annual Cost of Operation

When it comes to owning a vehicle, one number you’ll often see is the “annual cost of operation”. This is an estimate of what your regular maintenance will cost each year. It usually includes things like oil changes and filter changes, as well as an estimate on the cost of fuel based on average driving habits. 

Caring for your Vehicle

Regular interval oil changes, brakes, and keeping your wheels aligned all add up in your favor. Standard manufacturer recommended maintenance keeps you on the road, and allows you to arrive at your destination as intended. It also gives you peace of mind, especially when the weather is too cold for comfort. No one wants to be stranded, especially when the ambient temperature are below freezing! Keeping your vehicle in good health saves you both time and money in the long run. 

Cost of Neglect

If you don’t do regular maintenance, you’re throwing money away! Not doing regular maintenance, like standard oil changes and mileage based maintenance services, can severely impact your fuel mileage as well as cause premature engine wear. With fuel prices up, and the added time of warming up your engine during the cold months, everything you can do to preserve your fuel mileage matters!

To learn more about maintenance schedule guidelines, visit our website!

Schedule Service on Your Asian or European Vehicle Today!

We’d love to be your go-to repair shop to help ensure you and your family are safe. Bring your vehicle to ArborMotion and we’ll have it running in tip-top shape in no time! At ArborMotion, we care about your safety! No question is too big or small. Call ArborMotion for domestic and European auto repair at 734-761-1088  to schedule your appointment today!  

Pay Attention to Your Check Engine Light!

What is your Check Engine Light trying to tell you? It could indicate a wide array of problems, from low fluid levels to a catastrophic engine failure. How do you know what is causing it to light up?

Many people know about “code readers” that repair shops and auto parts supply shops use. What most aren’t aware of is that the codes are just a starting point. 

What’s a person to do with that pesky check engine light?

• If you’re feeling handy, have the code read by a digital reader, so you know what general area is causing the a problem. Or skip this step and move right to step two. 
• Schedule your diagnosis appointment with us or give us a call to talk through any issues your vehicle is having. 
• Bring your vehicle in for a diagnosis appointment and we’ll tell you what’s happening, and what it will take to fix the issue! You’ll even get a written estimate, so you can see the cost before any repair work begins. 

Sometimes the Check Engine light is a minor issue and a quick fix. But sometimes it can be an indication that something big is brewing under your hood. The quicker you get it diagnosed, the quicker you can get it solved so you can be back on the road. 

To learn more about maintenance schedule guidelines to avoid check engine lights, visit our website!

Schedule Service on Your Asian or European Vehicle Today!

We’d love to be your go-to repair shop to help ensure you and your family are safe. Bring your vehicle to ArborMotion and we’ll have it running in tip-top shape in no time! At ArborMotion, we care about your safety! No question is too big or small. Call ArborMotion for domestic and European auto repair at 734-761-1088  to schedule your appointment today!