Drivers still putting off vehicle maintenance

28 June 2014  

Drivers are still putting off essential vehicle maintenance, with cost the main reason behind their decisions.

Research by dealer group Evans Halshaw found that 52% of drivers admit to putting off car maintenance, with 62% of these stating that the cost is their primary reason for not scheduling time in the garage. This is a particular issue for older drivers with three quarters of over 65s citing cost as a problem.

The older age group also admitted concerns in finding a trustworthy garage to carry out repairs, although only 22% of respondents in the age bracket said they typically put maintenance off. In contrast, young drivers are the most likely to put it off, with 68% of 18 to 24-year-olds and 69% of 25 to 34-year-olds saying so. In terms of trust, it was an issue with 34% of all those surveyed

Other issues included finding time to get to a garage and needing a car to use while their vehicle is in the workshop.

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