{"id":3705,"date":"2018-03-27T08:53:25","date_gmt":"2018-03-27T08:53:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/65.1.85.58\/newsroom\/?p=3705"},"modified":"2020-08-10T13:43:02","modified_gmt":"2020-08-10T13:43:02","slug":"lower-maintenance-cost-car-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carswitch.com\/newsroom\/lower-maintenance-cost-car-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Lower Maintenance Costs on Your Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carswitch.com\/dubai\/used-car\/sell#\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying a car in Dubai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;can get you excited about taking those long trips and commuting to work without the hassle of public transport. But it would also bring with it the baggage of maintenance costs. However, it is not a matter of such grave concern as these tips can help you lower maintenance cost on your car in Dubai. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><b>Choose well: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the correct car is winning half the battle of car maintenance costs. Some brands tend to cost more in terms of both repairs and replacement parts. So say choosing a BMW over a Toyota would automatically mean higher average costs. Therefore, be smart and choose wisely. Your initial decision can save you thousands of AED of maintenance cost in the future. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Insurance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One of the most expensive costs associated with car ownership is insurance and it does indirectly add up to your total maintenance expenditure. Yes, it comes as a life saver when it comes to recovering from a collision or major breakdown with car parts, but regularly paying those insurance premiums can easily add up the burden on your wallet. So be prudent when choosing your insurance packages and do not go overboard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Discounts and Warranty:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Well known repair shops have great promotional deals out every now and then. So keep an eye out for coupons that might save you a significant percentage of the cost. Similarly be cognizant of what is covered under your warranty and benefit from free coverage until your car&#8217;s warranty lasts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Craftsmanship: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like a surgeon, the mechanic also operates on your car and a job not done well could mean recurring visits to the repair shop. So do your search and find someone trustworthy and talented. Those who know their skill well and would not bilk you for money. Repairing a car requires a certain level of craftsmanship and those who do not display that are not your choice of person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following these tips, you can make the process of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carswitch.com\/dubai\/used-car\/sell#\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buying a car in Dubai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> less scary and be prepared for the future. No car related issue is too complicated for CarSwitch.com where you can find answers to all you questions about cars. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Buying a car in Dubai&nbsp;can get you excited about taking those long trips and commuting to work without the hassle of public transport. But it would also bring with it the baggage of maintenance costs. 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