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Tobi Opeyemi Amure

I’m a Mechanic: You’ll Want To Avoid These 6 Costly Car Maintenance Mistakes

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Car owners are often shocked when minor oversights balloon into pricey repairs — sometimes costing thousands more than they ever imagined. Many people fall for outdated myths about fluids and replacement schedules, thinking these shortcuts are all that’s needed to keep their cars running longer. But that’s not the case, according to mechanic and automotive expert Alan Gelfand, owner of German Car Depot.

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