Auto Repair and Maintenance For Your New Car

Get Plenty Of Fluids
You should always check the engine oil of any car, whether old or new. Making sure you've got enough oil in there is essential for preventing all kinds of auto repair problems. For a new car, check it at least monthly or more if you can. If it's low, add more immediately.

Also check your transmission fluids and all other fluids regularly. When your new car runs out of the fluids it needs, it might start driving like that old clunker you got rid of years ago. Not only will this ruin its performance, but it will also shorter the lifespan of the engine and other parts.

Look Your Best
To keep it shiny and new-looking on the outside, give it a good waxing every couple of months. You should also get a car wash often. To make sure that the paint job stays looking good, visually inspect your car on a regular basis. Look everywhere for dings, nicks and scrapes. These can be easily gotten rid of if detected early.

You should also spend some time cleaning the inside of the car. Since every make and model is a little different in this regard, you can always ask the dealer for advice on what the best cleaning products to use are. You can also get some cleaning tips for your specific vehicle.

Do Your Homework
After you drive that new baby home, sit down and spend some time getting to know the owner's manual. It's essential that you read through it and understand how your new car works. The most important information you'll find is the vehicle's maintenance schedule. It will tell you when to get what done. Take notes and put them on the calendar. If you want it to keep running like a brand new car, make sure you get all these things done.

Go Easy On The Brakes
Older cars' brakes needed some "breaking in." Although newer cars don't need this since the pads are designed to be ready to go when you drive it out of the dealership, you should still take it easy on the brakes at first. Don't stop suddenly at high speeds or drag the brakes. 

Fueling Up
When you fuel up, use higher quality gasoline. This will keep it running like it's brand new for much longer and also ensure the longer life of your engine. Also, while fueling up, get into a steady routine of checking fluids and checking tire pressure. Tire pressure has a major effect on drivability and also fuel efficiency. Make sure they have plenty of the air they need.

New cars require a lot less maintenance than older cars and you can expect to spend less on auto repair. Still, if you really want to keep it driving like it's brand new, you should pay close attention to its maintenance needs.