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Every other year the panic sets in when that vehicle registration notice arrives in the mail and it says, “Smog Check Required” at the top. Or even worse, “Smog Check Required at a STAR Station”!
What creates the panic? For some, it may be just finding time in their schedule to go get the inspection done. For others, it's the fear that the car may fail and there’s just no budget for repairs right now. A few may be panicking because they know the dreaded Check Engine Light has been on for the last 5 years and every other year they have to figure out how they’re going to sneak it through the smog inspection, just one more time, before they have to spend some money to actually fix the problem. Those in that “just one more” time category are living with the “Clean for a Day Mindset.” They believe, “if I can just get that light off for today and get it passed the inspection, I’m good to go!”
The California Smog Check Program is designed knowing that a properly maintained vehicle is cleaner and does not create unnecessary smog. Vehicles that are regularly maintained, repaired when necessary and running correctly will pass the smog test with no hassle, every single time. This is why vehicles less than 4 years old are exempt from smog testing. Less worry about a smog test is only one benefit of a well maintained vehicle.
Other benefits include:
Reliability: Maintenance helps prevent the unexpected breakdowns and reduces the likelihood of leaving you stranded.
Safety: Regular maintenance avoids the kind of failure that may lead to an accident on the road. This includes verifying proper brake function, tire condition and overall vehicle stability.
Longevity: Maintenance simply makes the car last longer. Nothing costs more than the depreciation of a new car! Avoid that new car depreciation by keeping the current vehicle maintained.
Optimal Performance: Worn out spark plugs, a dirty air filter and under inflated tires will prevent the vehicle from running its best.
Fuel Efficiency: Gas prices keep climbing with everything else. Keeping the vehicle maintained will save money at the pump!
Resale Value: People are willing to pay more for a vehicle that has detailed maintenance records. Those maintenance records are evidence the vehicle has been properly cared for.
Reduced Repair Costs: Regular maintenance prevents breakdowns. This saves money by avoiding the expensive repairs that could have been prevented.
Compliance with Warranty Requirements: Most warranties require that the vehicle be properly maintained. Manufacturers cannot void the warranty with maintenance records following their schedule.
Environmental Impact: Maintained cars produce fewer emissions.
Peace of Mind: Maintenance keeps the mind focused on the road not on possible mechanical failures.
With all of these benefits of a properly maintained vehicle, there is no reason to have a “Clean for a Day Mindset”! Call North County Automotive today to schedule your maintenance visit or to get that pesky Check Engine light fixed, once and for all!
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