Part of being a good car owner is having your vehicle inspected at least once a year for any issues that could result in a safety hazard to you or others on the road. As a bonus, if any problems are noticed during the inspection, catching them early can result in much less expensive repairs. If you haven’t brought your vehicle in for a safety check yet, the guide below will explain why auto service professionals recommend you start making it a part of your regular maintenance.  

Why Schedule an Auto Inspection?

Maintain Gas Efficiency

One of the most important vehicle aspects to car owners these days is efficient gas mileage. Unfortunately, it only takes a few things to get out of whack for that 30 miles per gallon you were promised to start decreasing. A car inspection will identify any issues that could cause this such as a poorly functioning cooling system or low tire pressure.

Prevent Serious Issues

While most car owners know how to look for the basics, like low oil or thin brake pads, they often are not familiar with how to identify serious flaws. When you bring the vehicle to an auto service shop, they will perform a visual inspection to catch obvious problems and a more detailed checkup to look for issues that could result in significant and costly damage if not caught early, such as transmission faults. 

Repair or Replace Faulty Parts

Numerous vehicles are recalled each year for having faulty parts that could cause serious harm to the driver. With the sheer number of recalls, it’s very difficult to keep up with them. Auto service professionals state this is something they check when vehicles are brought in for an inspection to ensure their customers are fully safe when out on the road.  

Know that you are safe on the road by staying on top of car inspections. If it’s been a while, bring your vehicle to P & T Automotive Repair in High Point, NC. This family-owned and -operated shop provides a complete range of auto services, including foreign and domestic repairs, brake services, and state safety inspections. To schedule an appointment with them today, call (336) 869-8051. You can also visit their website to learn more about their auto repair and maintenance services.