It can be summed up in two words: Routine Maintenance. The key to a smooth-running vehicle that performs great even after clocking thousands of miles is that simple. But for many of us in OKC, knowing about and keeping up with everyday auto basics are two different things.

A survey by the Car Care Council found:
•    38 percent of cars had low or dirty engine oil.
•    54 percent had low tire pressure.
•    28 percent had inadequate cooling protection.
•    19 percent needed new belts.
•    16 percent had dirty air filters.
•    10 percent had low or contaminated brake fluid.

Is your vehicle up-to-date? To help you keep track of regular maintenance, download this Service-Interval-Schedule developed by the National Car Care Council. Many of the checks are quick and easy, and can be done at little or no cost.

Time for an oil change? Save $5 this month at Merles!