Prioritize Preventative Maintenance for Your Older Car or Truck | Compton's Automotive Charlotte

Take Your Older Car or Truck To Compton's Automotive in Charlotte For Preventative Maintenance

The consumer price index for used cars and trucks jumped up by 40.5% from January 2021 to January 2022. As a result, the average age of vehicles on the road is rising as many owners of older cars decide it is cheaper to hang on to them than to buy one today.

As cars get older, they need more maintenance and repair. Drivers in Charlotte must be more diligent about preventative maintenance. Replacing a bad O2 Sensor costs $250.00 on average. This may increase or decrease based on the make and model of your car or truck. However, performing recommended auto maintenance such as air filter replacement and spark plug replacement can extend the life of your O2 sensor.

Kelly Blue Book reports the average vehicle age in the US is 13.5 years. After five years of ownership the chances of a breakdown or service issue increases dramatically unless drivers are vigilant about preventative maintenance. Come by Compton's Automotive in Charlotte and let us help you set up a preventative maintenance plan for your car or truck. Sticking to a maintenance plan will minimize the chances of breakdowns, increase fuel efficiency and decrease any future repair costs.

The Top 6 Auto Preventative Maintenance Items to Plan for Today

1. oil change
2. oil and fuel filters
3. belts and hoses
4. brake system components
5. brake and transmission fluid flushes
6. tires and alignment



Compton's Automotive in Charlotte is dedicated to helping busy car owners prioritize preventative maintenance. We make it easy with convenient, affordable and friendly service. Call today at 704-357-0008 or stop by our service center at 4800 Sirus Lane, Suite A, Charlotte, NC, 28208 and speak to one of our technicians.