Owning a vehicle means you have to maintain it and undertake occasional repairs to make sure it is safe to drive on public roads. The maintenance and repairs also help give you the best power, handling, and fuel economy. There are lots of options for obtaining automotive services from dealerships and independent shops. According to Zippia, about three-fourths of auto mechanics work for privately owned companies. Whether you use a dealership or a privately owned independent automotive services facility, here are four car repairs that you may need in the future.

1. Fix the Brakes

Unquestionably, the brakes on your vehicle will need repair work done several times during your ownership period. Most of the time, the brakes simply need new brake pads, which have friction material that gradually wears down until the pads require replacement. If you neglect to change the brake pads before they wear out, the worn-out pads might damage the rotors and calipers. You also need to change the brake fluid every other year and bleed the lines to get the best possible braking power, according to our team.

2. Replace Worn Suspension Parts

Sooner or later, the suspension parts will wear out on your vehicle. Replacing tie rod ends, ball joints, and control arms with worn bushings are common car repairs that help preserve your vehicle's steering and handling. Ignoring them might cause a wheel to become loose and possibly separate from the suspension. Most vehicles also need an alignment service after replacing the ball joints and tie rod ends.

3. Install a New Battery

Unless you replace the battery about every three years or so, it eventually will stop taking a charge and won't turn over the engine when you want to start it, according to our team. Batteries notoriously die during the first very cold night each winter. They also tend to die during very hot periods due to the increased discharge rate and require replacement.

4. Replace Worn Belts and Hoses

The engine needs hoses to send fluids where they are needed and belts to help make everything run right. The radiator, brakes, and fuel system use hoses and more durable lines that wear out over time and need to be replaced. The timing, serpentine, and alternator belts also wear out over time and need to be replaced to prevent an engine breakdown that would render your vehicle useless until fixed.

You can call, submit an online request, or visit our automotive shop to schedule diagnosis and car repairs for your vehicles. Contact us at Certified Transmission & Auto Repair today!