Being able to drive is a great way to run your own life. You can get where you need to whenever you need to, and that can be invaluable during commuting periods and the school run. However, buying a car is already so expensive, and then we get into the long term costs of having to run it day by day. And it’s getting harder and harder to afford even just fuel alone.    It’s not all bad news though. Saving a bit of money here and there will go a long way, and it really isn’t all that hard to manage it! Knowing how cars work, and how you…

Owning a private car isn’t cheap; you have to pay for the vehicle, the insurance, the fuel, and the maintenance, so it’s a good idea to save money on the car when possible. The good news is there are plenty of ways to do this; you don’t have to pay a mechanic at the first sign of trouble. This article offers some helpful advice on where to start with your car repairs the save money.    Change Filters  When you put your car into the garage for a routine service, the mechanic will change the filters. The oil filter is a little tricker and should probably be left to a professional,…