Sep 29th 2022 at 12:42PM
Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. New vehicles are more expensive than they’ve ever been. Inventory shortages have led to markups and have made it almost impossible to find some new models for prices anywhere near MSRP. So, while you may not like your current daily driver, keeping it on the road can save you thousands and may prevent you from getting ripped off in today’s cutthroat car market.
How can you keep your ride going for as long as possible? Let’s take a look at a few of the best ways to prolong your car's life. rotations, filter replacements, and tune-ups aren’t much fun. At the same time, ignoring those things can lead to premature wear and tear on your car and cost you big bucks when things start failing.
Car washes are expensive and take time, but keeping your car clean may help keep it on the road longer. Dirt and debris can wear the paint and lead to early rust, and if you live in a part of the country that gets legitimate winter weather, your car faces sand, salt, and all manner of moisture to top it off. We’re not asking you to polish your car for hours every weekend, but