As a new driver, taking care of your car goes beyond just fueling up and hitting the road. Basic car maintenance plays a crucial role in ensuring your safety and the smooth operation of your vehicle.

Costs climb with your car's age, but basic maintenance services can start at a few hundred dollars a year. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

For many vehicle owners, washing a car by hand is a therapeutic act as beneficial for the person’s state of mind as for the vehicle’s appearance. That’s good, because frequent washing is also the best ...