People have a tendency to obsess over their cars like they are their babies. They will wash and wax them daily to keep them looking shiny and new. However, though we love are cars so much, it is important to avoid paying unnecessary car costs. Here are some things that you may be wasting money on:

It is not always necessary to use premium gasoline in your car. Regular gasoline is less expensive and if it doesn’t cause your engine to knock, it is okay to fill your tank with it. The purpose of octane grades is to avoid engine knock. So, if regular gasoline does not cause engine knock in your car, it is okay for you to use it.

Generally, car manufacturers will suggest getting an oil change done every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. There are many motorists who think that it is necessary to get an oil change every 3,000 miles. This is really only necessary if you are extremely hard on your car.

In addition, motorists waste money by getting repairs done by a dealer. Independent shops will do a good job for a lower cost. Also, it is important to have an auto warranty for your car that will save you money on unnecessary car maintenance and repairs.

It is important to recognize where you are wasting money on your car so that you can make some habit changes in order to ease up on your wallet. Don’t let other people talk you into paying for car costs that are unnecessary.