Your car is probably one of your most important possessions, since you depend on it to get you to and from work (among other places). Maybe you wish to learn more about cars and their repair. Look through this article to learn how to perform maintenance on your car.

Verify that any prospective mechanic has earned an A.S.E. certification. This type of certification means two years experience and also a passed written test. That way, you can have the best mechanics working on your car.

Bring a battery charger with you in your trunk. Dead batteries are a very common problem for all car owners. Not only will you be able to charge up your battery, you can also help others whose battery has broken down. It is also important to understand how to properly connect the charger to the battery.

You should wash your car often to avoid rust. …