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One of the most vital components to a properly functioning vehicle is the ‘Check Engine’ light. It alerts the driver to a variety of potential problems based on the vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system. When the ‘Check Engine’ light comes on, it means that some system in your vehicle, including ignition, fuel injection or emission control, is not operating at peak performance, even if your vehicle appears to you to be running normally.

The ravages of winter can be hard on a vehicle, so whether you do it yourself or take your car to a professional service technician, the Car Care Council recommends a spring tune-up to help ensure that your car is ready for the upcoming spring and summer travel season.

To stay on top of proper care, maintenance and repair, the Car Care Council is offering a free vehicle service interval schedule on its Web site, www.carcare.org.

Maintaining Present Vehicle May Be Key to Long-Term Financial Happiness
Everybody wants a new car. You see a nice car pass you on the highway and think, ‘Why can’t I have that’? However, financial planners believe that taking better care of your current car may help you in the long run with your goal of financial freedom, according to the Car Care Council.

Do you have your vehicle’s oil changed every 3,000 miles? Do you regularly check the air pressure in your tires or have them rotated on a set maintenance schedule? Are your vehicle’s fluids checked regularly?

If you answered “no” to any of these questions, you’re not alone.

According to the Car Care Council, 87 percent of vehicles inspected during National Car Care Month earlier this year failed one or more aspects of the annual inspection.