Car maintenance, in plain words.

What needs doing, how often, and how to tell it’s due.

• How often to change your oil
• How often to rotate your tires
• How to check and set your tire pressure
• How to check tire tread depth
• When to replace your brake pads
• How long a car battery lasts, and signs it’s dying
• When to replace your engine air filter
• When to replace your cabin air filter
• When to change your engine coolant
• When to change your brake fluid
• When to replace spark plugs
• When to replace the timing belt
• When to replace your wiper blades
• Car maintenance schedule: what to do and when

General guidance, not professional advice. Intervals are typical ranges and vary by car, so check your owner’s manual and ask a qualified mechanic if you’re unsure.