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14 Common Car Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid

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Neglecting Oil Changes Regular oil changes can seem like an unnecessary hassle. However, if you let that motor oil sit in your engine for too long, it starts breaking down, leaving behind a sticky oil sludge. Neglecting regular oil changes can also lead to expensive repair work.

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Car Repair: Tips for Keeping Your Car on the Road

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As part of this, you’ll need to consider when you get oil changes and what type of oil you want to use. As vehicles age, their engines start using oil less efficiently than they once did; because of that, you’ll need to start setting up oil changes more frequently than you might expect.

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