Car Maintenance New Year’s Resolution Ideas

As we near the end of 2015, it’s time to begin planning New Year’s resolutions. If you’re like a few of our team members at Gillman Nissan Fort Bend, you might have some great New Year’s resolution ideas, but you don’t end up keeping them. We’ve found the best way to keep your resolution is by choosing one that’s simple and realistic!

So for 2016, we at Gillman Nissan in Rosenberg think your New Year’s resolution should be to take better care of your car!

Taking better care of your car improves its longevity and performance. Our team suggests keeping your car organized, washing your car regularly and staying up to date on all its service needs. These three tasks are simple, realistic and beneficial to you!

To get you started, the Gillman Nissan team has put together some of best car washing tips and tricks:

• Find a covered or shady area. Try to not wash your Nissan in direct sunlight. It can soften paint, which makes it more susceptible to scratches. The sun can also cause soap to dry too quickly, which will leave spots and streaks. If you can’t find a shady spot, make sure to keep your car or truck wet at all times during the wash.

• Use a specialized car-wash product instead of dish soap or detergent. Using soap you have on hand maybe easier and more convenient, but it’s not as safe for your Nissan. The products formulated for use on car paint are gentler, more mild and will keep you from stripping off the protective wax on your car.

• Select a natural sponge or a mitt made of lambswool and make sure it is clean. Start on the top of the car and work your way down, cleaning the sponge and changing the water as you go. Any dirt or grit left behind on a sponge or rag could scratch your Nissan.

• Dry your car by blotting it with a clean, soft towel to prevent watermarks from forming.This is better for your car than air drying. Use a gentle squeegee first to remove water from the car’s body if you need to speed up the process.

Now that your Nissan is sparkling clean, let the team at Gillman Nissan in Houston tune up the inside. Make a service appointment with Gillman Nissan Fort Bend today to keep your engine in top shape!

Check out our online service center to see what Houston auto repair and maintenance services we provide. We always offer specials and incentives to save you money on service. Ready to schedule auto service in Houston, Sugar Land, Katy, Rosenberg, Stafford or Richmond?

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Contact our team about our selection of Nissan cars, trucks and SUVs in the Gillman showroom or browse our online inventory.

Questions? Ask the Gillman Nissan team!

Gillman Nissan Rosenberg is proud to serve Katy, Stafford, Sugar Land and Houston with the best selection of Nissans.