October Is Fall Car Care Month

BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 29, 2009; As autumn descends, the Car Care Council would like to remind motorists of the many benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair. October is Fall Car Care Month and a great opportunity to make sure that your vehicle is ready for winter and up-to-date on all maintenance.

Taking time out to check on your vehicle's condition is an important part of taking care of your second largest investment. Results of vehicle check-ups at community car care events across the country in April and October 2008 revealed that 80 percent of vehicles need service or parts.

"Small steps that motorists take today can go a long way toward improving the safety and reliability of their vehicles," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "Regular car care can also help avoid costly repairs down the road, saving both time and money."

In celebration of Fall Car Care month, many shops across the country will be holding free vehicle check-up events. To see if an event is being held near you, visit the Event Finder on the Car Care Council's Web site at www.carcare.org/find-an-event.

Another way to celebrate Fall Car Care Month without even leaving home is to visit the Car Care Council's free Car Care Guide online at www.carcare.org/car-care-guide. The guide includes information on service interval schedules, questions to ask your technician and how to increase your vehicle's fuel economy to save money on gas.

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the "Be Car Care Aware" consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For a free copy of the council's Car Care Guide or for more information, visit www.carcare.org.