How Does a Car Service Improve My Vehicles Performance

Published 21 April 2022

Many people overlook the importance of having their car serviced. It is, however, one of the best things you can do to help your car’s longevity and performance. Servicing may be costly in the short term, but it is far better for avoiding costly repairs in the future.

We’ve compiled a few key points in our blog post below to help you understand how a proper service will benefit you.

Tyres

The tyres are arguably one of the most important safety features of your vehicle. Because any discrepancies can be costly and dangerous, your only point of contact with the road must be kept in excellent condition.

You can check your tyre pressure and make sure they have enough air, but a service can help you spot other, less obvious flaws like tread wear and structural damage. Good tyres can improve handling, safety, and fuel efficiency, among other things.

Brakes

The brakes on your car are an important safety feature, so knowing they are working properly is very reassuring. It’s difficult for the average car owner to check that your brakes are working properly, so regular servicing will ensure they’re in good shape and doing their job properly.

Fuel

A vehicle using more fuel and emitting more emissions than it should is a key indicator that it is underperforming or on its last legs. However, by keeping up with your regular servicing, you can postpone the occurrence of these changes. This means your car will use less fuel and emit fewer harmful emissions into the environment, saving you money while also helping to save the planet.

Engine

As the main life force of your vehicle, your engine should have special attention paid to it and its upkeep. There are many moving parts and many things that can go wrong, but a car service’s simple and regular maintenance work will help to maintain and even improve performance.

Regular oil changes, for example, can help to keep the engine lubricated and moving as it should, preventing it from seizing and lowering the chances of a breakdown. This will also help to extend the life of your engine, allowing you to get more bang for your buck with your vehicle.

Contact Us

So, if you are interested in a car service, or any other of the services we offer please do not hesitate to contact us here at Griffin Autos. Call us today on 01525 402896 or fill in our easy online contact form.