These days, with the economy in shambles more and more people are looking for ways to save money on car maintenance. One of the best ways that you can save money is to spend just a little bit. Repair bills are very expensive even for minor repairs as many mechanic shops charge over $50 an hour for labor. Some car dealerships charge as much is $200 an hour for repair labor. Continue reading ‘3 Tips to Save Money on Car Maintenance’ »
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In this day and age, sometimes it’s hard to tell who you can and can’t trust. There are a lot of people out there that are just looking to make a buck at any cost. The car maintenance and repair industry has been booming recently as more people invest in their current vehicles rather than purchasing new ones. Everyone’s had a friend that’s gone in for a routine check up and somehow got swindled by a mechanic and spent way more than they should have. It happens all of the time. It’s more important than ever to find a reliable mechanic that you can trust. If you stick to these few simple guidelines, you should be able to find someone in no time.
The first thing you should do is talk to friends, family, and coworkers. Word of mouth is the best way to determine a shop’s reputation. Ask about the services and the helpfulness of the staff. See if your friend felt like the amount paid was fair and reasonable for the services performed. Make sure there have never been any major surprise extra costs or additions to the bill. That’s one of the first signs of a mechanic looking to just make a few more dollars off of you. If you find someone that your friends or family can trust, chances are things will work out well for you also. Continue reading ‘How to Find a Trustworthy Auto Mechanic’ »