Creative Junction Magazine August 18th 2017 | Page 14

In the days of Google, it can be quite common to overlook teaching our learner drivers the basics about car care.

Knowing the basics about car care can save a huge amount of money and keep you safe, here are some top car tips from readers.

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Car owners should know more about their car than the colour of the paintwork. Every car is different. Even two identical cars from the same dealer can have different problems.

The first step to getting to know your car is taking a look at the owner’s manual. I’m not saying to read it cover to cover, but at least get familiar with the basics of your car. Most of the time, the manual will go into detail, letting you know what to check on the car, how often the different elements should be checked, and what products to use on your car.

Basic Car Tips