A Guide For The Automotive Illiterate

​You may have dreamed of owning a car since you were young. The thought of freedom and the ability to go wherever is a beautiful dream. As soon as you are old enough, and you can afford one, you go out and buy your very own car. Then reality sinks in. You have no idea how to care for it. If you will be spending a small fortune on a car, then it's best you learn to take care of it and protect your investment. Here are the first things you should learn and why are they important.

​Introduce Yourself To The Car
When you first meet someone, you start with the basics. You learn where they live, what they do, and what they are interested in. You learn this by talking to them. Now since you can't speak to your car, or you can, but it won't answer back, you can read the manual. Your manual is everything you need to know about your vehicle. It gives you information about what type of fuel should you put in it, to the tire pressure, and other basics. 

Take a night to read it over and get to know your car. The next morning, go down to the garage, pop the hood and locate items. Learn where to put brake fluid, coolant, transmission fluid, and other liquids. Make sure you always have the right level for each.

Fill Your Car With Items You Might Need In An Emergency
You may be tempted to drive off to wherever the wind takes you, but before you do that, ensure you have some of the basics on your car.

• Map - you may have an app to help you navigate, but in the event, there is no signal, going old school is the way.
• Tire Gauge And Spare Tire - your car usually comes with a spare tire or donut, learn to locate it.
• Basic Tools - the same is true with some tools. A wrench, a screwdriver, and a jack are essentials.
• Jumper Cables - You may miss the signs of a weak battery, so better be prepared for a dead one.

Learn To Jumpstart The Car And Change A Tire
These are probably the three most basic skills needed when you drive a car. You wouldn't want to be stuck in case of an emergency. A flat tire or a dead battery is the most common reasons, so it's best to be prepared.

Conclusion
Owning a car is both privilege and responsibility. Responsibility for making sure you and other motorists are always safe. The same is true for your car insurance. At Priority Insurance LLC, we aim to make our client's life easier with policies that are tailored to their needs. You can get more information about our products and services by calling our agency at (864) 297-9744. Get your free quote today by CLICKING HERE.