What is upkeep of vehicle?
Keeping up with the regular maintenance schedule can help by preventing costly repairs of the cooling system, transmission system, drivetrain and other components. Preventive car care reduces wear and tear of the engine and other components that extend the life of your vehicle.
What type of sticker may list dealer installed items?
If the car includes dealer-installed options, the dealer might add a second sticker listing them. This so-called addendum label should list the price of each dealer option, as well as the total price of the car.
What types of careers exist in the automobile industry?
5 Types of Jobs in the Automotive Industry
- Tire / Lube Technician. Tire/ Lube Technicians (also known as general service technicians) touch the most vehicles in our busy shops.
- Automotive Technician / Master Mechanic.
- Service Manager.
- Sales Associate.
- Vehicle Inspector.
Who patented the world’s first practical motorcar?
Carl Benz
On January 29, 1886, Carl Benz applied for a patent for his “vehicle powered by a gas engine.” The patent – number 37435 – may be regarded as the birth certificate of the automobile. In July 1886 the newspapers reported on the first public outing of the three-wheeled Benz Patent Motor Car, model no. 1.
What do you mean by maintenance?
The work of keeping something in proper condition, care or upkeep including: taking steps to avoid something breaking down (preventative maintenance) and bringing something back to working order (corrective maintenance).
Why do we need car maintenance?
Properly maintaining your vehicle will not only ensure its safety and dependability, but may also increase fuel efficiency. According to the Car Care Council, performing simple and inexpensive maintenance may save as much as $1,200 a year in gasoline cost.
Can I ask dealer to remove accessories?
Where dealership-installed accessories are concerned, it’s the will-or-will-not question. The accessories listed on that separate window sticker are fair game. The dealer installed them (or had them installed) and often can remove them.