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Road Tripping and Car Maintenance

Electing to go on a road trip takes a lot of preparation. One of the most important preparations that you can make relates to the vehicle that you will use to travel in.


Car maintenance is a key component to ensuring that you have a hassle-free trip.


If you fail to ensure that your vehicle is properly prepared prior to traveling in it, you may find yourself stranded on the side of a deserted road, in the middle of a heavily wooded area, or completely stuck in general.


Here, you will be introduced to road tripping and car maintenance. Now, you can learn effective strategies for preparing your automobile for a road trip.


1. One of the first areas that you should focus on when preparing your car for a road trip are the tires. If your tires have extended wear and tear, it is important that you make an appointment to have them changed, and balanced.


When traveling, one of the most serious complications that many face is a blown tire. If you don’t want this to happen, make sure that this component of your vehicle is prepared.


2. When motorists experience car complications during travel, the next most common issue rests with the radiator and extended parts.


Prior to your trip, you will want to ensure that you take the time to examine the radiator, the hoses that are attached to the radiator and other components of the automobile, as well as the clamps that hold these hoses in place.


You will want to be sure to check for leaks, dented coils on the radiator, hoses that are cracked and appear to be cracked, as well as clamps that appear rusted and worn.


If you discover any of these possible issues, it is important to immediately replace the parts. If things appear to be fine with these components, it is always a good idea to bring along a few jugs of water for safe measures.


3. The next area that you will want to focus on prior to the road trip is the car’s battery. This is especially true if it is not a maintenance-free unit. First, check the posts to ensure that there is no corrosion on them.


You will want to look for any kind of corrosion on the terminals. If you find this to be an issue, mix some baking soda and water and scrub them down with a toothbrush.


Next, check the water level, or battery acid level. If it is low, you should fill it with water. It is important that you include a battery charger system in your luggage. This way, if you do need a jump while traveling, it can easily be done!


4. Next, it is essential to check all of the fluids in the vehicle. This means the power steering, brake fluid, oil, transmission fluid, coolant, antifreeze, and washer fluid.


If any of these fluids are low, it is important to fill them. You should also take the time to pack at least one bottle of each fluid in the trunk for your trip.


5. Next, you should check all belts on the vehicle. An example is the serpentine belt that helps rotate your alternator and water pump.


You will want to ensure that there is plenty of “meat” on the belts and that there are no knicks. It is equally important to ensure that all of the belts are nice and tight.


Conclusion


As you can see, there are many different measures that you can take in order to properly prepare your vehicle for a road trip. However, not taking these steps can lead to roadside trouble that may prove to be extremely challenging!

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Porsche Service

How to save money on your next Porsche service

Porsche servicing is now much cheaper, for those in the know.

Thanks to European legislation, you no longer have to be tied to high Porsche service costs, dictated by your local dealer.

In October 2003 new European legislation affecting the motor industry came into force called “Block Exemption Regulation” 14002002 (BER), and this now means that you can book your next Porsche car service online and save up to 50% on what you might pay at your local Porsche dealer.

Before the law changed it was difficult to have new cars within their warranty period serviced outside a franchised dealer. If you wanted to shop around for the best prices on Porsche servicing, your hands were tied.

The change in the law now gives every car owner the freedom to service their car away from the main dealers, and still have their warranty protected.

Thousands of Porsche car owners have now taken advantage of their new right and reduced their Porsche serving costs, whilst benefiting from the convenience of booking with national car service providers such as Service A Car.

Service A Car is a leading online car servicing network that prides itself on the quality of its Porsche servicing, their customer service and transparent pricing. Because the company is not tied to any particular car manufacturer, they are able to service any make of vehicle and compete freely in the market, on a like-for-like.

Every vehicle is rigorously serviced according to the manufacturer’s servicing schedule, using genuine recommended parts fitted by qualified technicians. This means that every Porsche car service fulfils the warranty criteria and there is no compromise on the servicing standards of a main dealer.

Companies like Service A Car, who fulfil the warranty criteria when servicing your Porsche, are able to maintain your service book, just as main dealer can – thereby protecting your warranty and helping you to maximise the resale value of your Porsche car.

Of course, booking direct with a national car servicing network has its own advantages:
·         You no longer have to do all the running around. Service A Car collects your Porsche in the morning and delivers it back that afternoon, free of charge
·         You pay a fixed Porsche service price, which can be up to 50% below the price at the Porsche servicing desk of your local dealer
·         No additional work is carried out without your agreement, which means no nasty surprises when it comes to paying the bill
·         Trained Customer Advisers are on hand throughout the day to keep you informed of progress, and report back on problems you asked to be investigated as part of your Porsche service e.g. knocks and rattles
·         Your Porsche service includes a free wash and vacuum clean
·         You simply pay with your credit or debit card and your car is delivered back to your home or work address.

Our advice for saving money on Porsche car servicing is to contact a national car servicing network, who is not tied to any one particular car manufacturer, like Service A Car.

So, before you book your next Porsche service, why not ask your local dealer to tell you the cost of the service (plus parts, oil and any extras) and then compare it with a fixed price quote from a national servicing network, like Service A Car?

Happy motoring,
Howard.
Chairman Service A Car

Service A Car is the fastest growing independent car servicing specialist in the UK with a network of over 500 garages nationwide.

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