Things You Do That Might Be Shortening The Life Of Your Car

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Slamming On The Brakes

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Applying the brakes forcefully is never a good idea. It may indicate that you’re not paying attention until the very last minute, which is not a good thing, or it may indicate that you had to apply the brakes fast due to an incident while driving.

In any case, frequently applying force to the brakes might hurt the brake pads and motors. If you use the brake pedal more gently, you won’t need to repair these parts as frequently over time.

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Overfilling The Tires

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Some individuals believe that filling their tires to the brim would increase their mileage. This is the last thing you should do, though, since it may result in an uneven ride and early tire degradation. Furthermore, tires with excessive air will not stop as quickly.

All of this may result in the suspension wearing out earlier than usual, which is another issue. Overinflated tires are less able to absorb vibration, which can damage ball joints, struts, shocks, and other components.

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