

Yes, exactly this. Many people just don’t do the basics and part of that is money. The labor costs are what get ya. The complexity of narrowing down what’s wrong as the cars are more computerized and have more electrical components also makes it difficult to diagnose even for the pros.
Key detail is that routine maintenance is important. Spark plugs, oil changes, flushes, timing belt, radiator, tires, brake pads, etc.











What is the approved list of what we want articles to come from? I see the “stop linking…” and I wonder, “what do you want me to be linking then?”
Not everyone knows the nuances of every site or company, so it’s time to start making a list of good and frowned upon sources. Maybe sticky that?