1. Park Your Car in the Garage as Often as Possible

If you keep your vehicle out of the elements, it is more likely to last longer. Here in Listowel, ON, we face nearly every type of weather imaginable from snow, to rain, to the hot sun! Park your car in the garage as often as you can to prevent it from being negatively affected by the elements.

2. Stay up to Date with Your Car’s Maintenance Schedule

A car that has been properly mechanically maintained is significantly more likely to run strong for a long period of time. If you have your car’s original owner’s manual, then you should follow the maintenance schedule it recommends. If not, then you will want to try and find the manual online or follow generic maintenance recommendations you can find.

3. Clean the Interior and Exterior of Your Car Often

We encourage that you keep your vehicle’s interior and exterior clean as well. This is more of a cosmetic issue and plays more of a role in resale or trade-in value. However, some exterior and interior issues can cause significant problems with the vehicle if not properly addressed.

4. Try to Keep Your Car’s Mileage as Low as Possible

Vehicles that drive fewer miles tend to last longer. If you have a short commute and use a particular vehicle for longer road trips, then your vehicle will likely last for quite a long time. While this trick is important, we do not suggest making drastic life changes to shorten your commute as long as you follow the next tip.

5. Make Sure That You Drive Your Car Carefully

If you have a long commute, then driving carefully can play a huge role in how long your vehicle lasts. We recommend that you avoid accelerating quickly or braking hard when it isn’t necessary. Coasting to stop signs and gradually accelerating can really reduce the excess wear and tear on your vehicle!