This time of the year, we hear the “R” word being thrown around everywhere. No, not repair but rather “resolution.” The New Year is a time to reflect on the previous year and set goals to make changes or improvements to our lives. But how many of us will actually keep our resolutions for all of 2013? Is it to lose weight? Get organized? Go to them gym routinely? Quit eating junk food? These are great goals, but how many resolutions will actually stay and how many will go? According to a recent survey, the number one most common resolution is to lose those extra pounds. Yet, only about 12% of people will actually achieve their goals (we think this may even be high)! Women were more successful when they told their friends and family about their resolution, or were encouraged to be especially resilient and not to give up because they had reverted to the old habits. So how about making a New Year’s resolution that is attainable and will have you reaping the benefits – having regular, preventative maintenance for your vehicle!

We know how vital preventative maintenance can be to keep your vehicle performing well and improving fuel efficiency. Little setbacks are a common part of owning or driving a vehicle, but with regular maintenance services, you will ensure that your vehicle lives longer, and lives better – a similar principal of New Year’s resolutions. Your owner’s manual, along with our service interval schedule is a great tool in tracking what needs to be done when and for which system of your vehicle. This should give you a list of all the maintenance that is due and will be broken up into 3-5,000 mile increments. Be sure that you have a trusted auto repair shop doing the work for you – this could also save you in the long run. Regular preventative maintenance should include things like oil changes, checking filters, belts, hoses, and fluids, tires, coolant, spark plugs, and much more.

Each time that you have your vehicle serviced in our Tempe auto repair shop, we will check all of your vital fluids and make maintenance recommendations based on the condition of the fluids, the odometer, and the time interval from your last service. While making resolutions based on your health are a great start, there is too much pressure and uncertainty. This year, rather than lose out on a failed resolution, gain so much more with an attainable resolution! You will feel great about the success you will have and your car will thank you too! As a bonus, a vehicle which is properly maintained and kept approximately three years after your payments end will save you $20,000 to $30,000! Come visit us or a trusted Tempe auto repair shop today and make your resolution to have your vehicle serviced regularly possible.