The founder of Girlie Garage shared basic things every driver should know about their car to stay safe.
Girlie Garage is not a mobile mechanic. Rather it offers auto consulting and education so drivers can build confidence and take better care of their car.By the end, my hands were greasy and I knew more about my car than I did an hour and a half earlier. But, more than anything I left feeling more confident in my ability to take care of my car on my own.
But, Handley said people often forget to check the pressure of their spare tire. It’s important to check the condition of your spare tire — especially if it’s been collecting cobwebs like mine — so it’s ready in case of an emergency, she said. Handley also recommends checking fluid levels before hitting the road for a long trip and she created a video that shows you how to do this called,In Handley’s experience, one of the most common things she’s encountered other auto mechanics trying to upsell is changing the engine air filter.
She showed me how to check and change my air filter — a task that required no tools. My air filter was clean, but if I needed to replace it myself, she said you can buy air filters from an auto parts store for around $20.How to Check your Engine Air FilterAs someone who has worked almost half her life in the auto industry, Handley shared some simple ways to choose a mechanic, whether you’re new to town or on a road trip.
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