Car repairs: 25 tips to avoid going to the garage
By Daphne MacDonald
of Espresso
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Car repairs: 25 tips to avoid going to the garage
Simple car repairs and maintenance can cost a fortune at the mechanic’s garage. But if you’re willing to put in the time and energy, you can save money and do many of these tasks yourself. Here are tips for performing common car repairs and maintenance yourself so you can avoid going to the garage.
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