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Kyle's Corner

Tips to Make Your Vehicle Go the Distance

By Kyle Busch

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  • In the spring and in the fall give the vehicle a thorough wash, tar removal and wax. When washing the vehicle in between the seasonal waxes, use a car wash product that is safe for clear-coat and waxed finishes.

  • Basic vehicle maintenance is an ongoing process. The secret to making it "easy" and keeping a vehicle "looking great" involves two components. First, maintaining regular vehicle involvement, and second, only doing a little at a time.

    Each week throughout the year (in addition to the maintenance suggested above), take about 10 to 15 minutes to focus on a small aspect of the vehicle (i.e., wash the windows during week one, vacuum the carpet during week two, Armor-All the dash and the door panels during week three, etc.). After about three months, one of the "small jobs" will need to be repeated. However, the vehicle will never be in rough shape. Doing a "small but thorough" job on one specific aspect of the vehicle each week requires very little time or energy. Having a vehicle that continually "looks great" makes it worthwhile.

    The tips provided above are the most basic maintenance requirements that will help your vehicle to run longer. Be certain to reference the vehicle owner's manual for any additional maintenance required on your vehicle.

    Basic vehicle maintenance involves a minimal investment of time and money, but it will provide major benefits in vehicle performance and lower repair costs. Additionally, your vehicle will be in better condition when it becomes time to sell.


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