🧰 Smarter Car Maintenance Without Breaking the Bank
Car maintenance doesn’t have to cost a fortune. At Chandler Motor Company, your Bristol-based Peugeot specialist, we know how to help you get the most from your vehicle without overpaying.
Here are 10 budget-friendly ways to keep your car in excellent condition while avoiding unnecessary expenses.
📘 Table of Contents
- 💧 1. Regularly Check and Maintain Fluid Levels
- 🛞 2. Monitor Tyre Pressure
- ⛽ 3. Practice Fuel-Efficient Driving Habits
- 🌬️ 4. Regularly Change Air Filters
- 🧽 5. Perform DIY Car Washes
- 🛠️ 6. Keep Up with Scheduled Maintenance
- 🔧 7. Opt for Quality Replacement Parts
- 💦 8. Check and Replace Worn Wiper Blades
- ☀️ 9. Protect Your Car from the Elements
- 🚦 10. Drive Smoothly and Responsibly
💧 1. Regularly Check and Maintain Fluid Levels
Keep your engine and components in good working order.
🛢️ Monitor:
- Oil
- Coolant
- Brake fluid
- Transmission fluid
📅 Check monthly and top up as needed.
🛞 2. Monitor Tyre Pressure
Properly inflated tyres = savings and safety.
📏 Check monthly
🔧 Use a reliable tyre pressure gauge
📘 Refer to the sticker in your driver’s door or manual for correct PSI
⛽ 3. Practice Fuel-Efficient Driving Habits
Drive smarter to save fuel and reduce wear.
⚡ Avoid rapid acceleration and harsh braking
🚗 Maintain steady speeds
🛑 Don’t idle unnecessarily
🌬️ 4. Regularly Change Air Filters
A clean air filter means better performance.
📅 Change every 15,000–30,000 miles
🔧 Refer to your manufacturer’s guidelines
💨 Improves engine airflow and fuel economy
🧽 5. Perform DIY Car Washes
Save money with quality home car care.
🧼 Use proper cleaning products
🧽 Soft cloths protect paint
🛡️ Finish with wax to shield against weather
🛠️ 6. Keep Up with Scheduled Maintenance
Skipping services now means costly repairs later.
📆 Stick to your logbook schedule
🛠️ Don’t miss oil changes, inspections, or filter replacements
🔍 Catch issues before they escalate
🔧 7. Opt for Quality Replacement Parts
Don’t overpay at the dealership.
✅ Choose OEM or high-grade aftermarket parts
🔩 Check for warranty-backed components
📦 We source reliable parts that meet industry standards
💦 8. Check and Replace Worn Wiper Blades
Clear vision = safer driving.
🔁 Replace every 6–12 months
💧 If your blades streak, squeak or skip — it’s time
🌧️ Especially important before the rainy season
☀️ 9. Protect Your Car from the Elements
Shield your vehicle year-round.
🧥 Use a car cover if you don’t have a garage
🌦️ Rain, salt, and UV rays accelerate wear
🧽 Wax every 3–6 months to preserve paint
🚦 10. Drive Smoothly and Responsibly
Good driving habits = fewer repairs.
🔁 Avoid sharp turns and harsh braking
🚗 Ease into acceleration
🧠 Think ahead and reduce engine strain
📍 Trust Chandler Motor Company for Expert Help
Even with cost-effective care, some tasks need expert hands. That’s where we come in:
🛠️ Full-service maintenance
🔧 Experienced Citroën and Peugeot specialist technicians
👨🔧 Trusted locally since 1978
📍 Based right here in Bristol
📞 Call us: 0117 971 6070
💻 Book your service online
🚗 Chandler Motor Company — Your local garage for smart, affordable car care.