Service cars often have to operate at high frequency, long distances and continuously in crowded traffic conditions. Therefore, if not properly cared for, the car can quickly degrade, incur many repair costs and lose value when resold.
According to a car repair technician at Ninety Eight Auto (Cat Lai ward, Ho Chi Minh City), service car owners need to pay special attention to three main groups including engines, chassis and exterior. These are parts that are heavily affected during daily vehicle operation.
For engines, proper maintenance and the number of kilometers recommended by the manufacturer are important factors. Busy driving causes engine oil to quickly decline in quality. If the oil change time is prolonged or only repaired when damage has occurred, internal parts may increase friction and wear out faster.
Car owners also need to check and replace oil filters, air filters and monitor cooling water levels according to the correct cycle. When detecting abnormal engine noises, vibrations or signs of overheating, it is necessary to take the car for inspection early instead of continuing to operate.
The chassis system also needs to be concerned because service vehicles often move through busy roads, potholes, decelerators and many different types of road surfaces. Parts such as shock absorbers, rollers, chassis rubber and steering system should be checked periodically. Early handling abnormal signs helps limit widespread damage and maintain vehicle stability.
Besides the engine and chassis, the exterior also needs regular care. Service cars are difficult to avoid scratches, minor impacts or dust after a long period of use. Car owners should clean the car periodically and handle damage on the paint surface early to limit degradation.
If the car is heavily scratched, you can consider restoring or repainting the necessary areas when planning to sell the car. However, it is especially necessary to limit strong impacts because damage affecting the frame or body structure can significantly reduce the value of the car.
For the electrical system, car owners should limit the lighting level, connect more devices or arbitrarily interfere with the original electrical system. Technically improper changes can cause errors and make it difficult for the car to be highly appreciated when resold.
Therefore, if you want a car to run more durable service and maintain a good price, car owners should not wait until it is sold to start caring for it. Maintenance on schedule, timely repair, limiting collisions and keeping the car clean will help reduce the risk of degradation, while maintaining the value of the car after many years of operation.
