Auto Repair Costs - The Worst Time of Year For Car Repair

Did you know that there are specific times during the year when you’re more likely to get ripped-off for car repair? It is always important to keep an eye on repair costs, but it pays to be especially alert during the months of January, February and March.

The auto industry can be quite turbulent, but it almost always experiences a slump from January to March – even April. There are a number of reasons for this, but the simple answer is that most folks service their vehicles in the spring and the fall – not during the icy cold months of a new year. For this reason auto shops tend to be a bit more...

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Auto Repair Costs - Should I Change My Oil Every 3,000 Miles?

After reading an article from a popular Auto Expert, who was touting to "change your oil every 3,000 miles," I had to respond with the facts...

For decades mechanics have been telling us to change our oil every 3,000 miles. Interestingly, no automotive manufacturer agrees with this maintenance schedule – not in the last 20 years anyway. So why are we being told to change our oil every 3,000 miles if it’s unnecessary?

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-Ted Olson
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