Many of us are very busy with our daily lives. Some of us are parents who handle childcare and household chores, others have full time jobs or school, and the rest juggle both family and career life. However, being busy doesn't mean we can just set aside all of our other minor responsibilities.
Take car care, for instance. A lot of car owners procrastinate on car cleaning and maintenance because they're busy with other things. What they may not know is that it becomes worse for a car owner because if your vehicle breaks down, you will need a lot of time and effort to get it fixed.
What can a busy car owner do to ensure that his or her vehicle is always in good condition? Here are some helpful tips that you can follow.
1. Schedule home service maintenance with your mechanic.
If it's difficult for you to find time to bring your car into the repair shop, ask your mechanic to do home service. They usually allow this if there's no issue with your car, i.e. you only need to get a routine check and some minor replacement. If you do have a problem with your car, asking a mechanic to visit first will help you decide whether or not you urgently have to bring it in the shop.
2. Set a particular day every month for car cleaning.
It goes without saying, but never let your car stay dirty for more than a month! This applies to both the exterior and interior of your vehicle. You don't have to spend hours doing this chore. A quick car wash will take half an hour or so, and some light vacuuming takes less than fifteen minutes.
3. Take a day off every quarter solely for a car check-up.
Your job and personal life will not give way for a car check-up. You have to make it work with your current schedule. Set a date every quarter for routine maintenance, but don't forget to also check with your mechanic's availability.
4. Get someone you trust to do it for you.
If you really can't leave the house and take the car to the repair shop, ask someone else to do it. Why not ask your spouse, sibling, best friend, or other close relative? Just make sure the person is actually willing to do it. Don't forget to return the favor in some other way.
5. Never delay problems when you encounter them.
Ignoring the signs just make your car problems worse. If you see or hear anything unusual, schedule a check-up right away. This will help you determine the problem immediately and prevent it from worsening. Remember, the more serious your car's problem is, the longer and more expensive it will take to get fixed.
Balancing our time and lifestyle is tough, but we need to do it to keep everything in check. Your car is a valuable means of transportation that can affect you significantly if it becomes unusable. Always keep your car well-maintained for safe and hassle-free driving.