Many people get attached to their vehicles and find themselves always concerned about how their cars look and run. It is okay to care for your vehicle, however it is still smart to avoid paying unnecessary and excessive expenses to take care of it. Here are a few tips to help you avoid paying excessive car expenses:

1. It isn’t always necessary to fill your tank with premium gasoline. Often times, regular gasoline, which is cheaper, will work for your vehicle. The reason there are octane ratings is so that you can avoid engine knock. If regular gasoline does not cause your engine to knock, then it is okay to fill your tank with it.

2. There are many people who think that it is necessary to get their oil changed every 3,000 miles. However, a lot of manufacturers make the recommendation to get your oil changed every 5,000 to 7,5000 miles. An oil change every 3,000 miles is usually only necessary if you are hard on your vehicle.

3. Many people have the tendency to waste money when they bring their cars to the dealer for repairs. A lot of independent shops and mechanics do a good, quality job on repairs and they are usually less expensive than repairs done through a dealer. Buying an auto warranty will be a big help on saving you money on repair costs.